Los Alamos National Lab
10th Summer Physics Camp
New Mexico School for the Arts, Santa Fe, New Mexico
When: June 8-19, 2026
Camp format: In-person, 2 week long day camp. A limited number of FREE residential spots will be available to selected students living more than 60 miles away from Santa Fe and unable to commute to the camp each day.
Eligibility Requirements:
-Students living in NM, NM tribal communities, or East Hawaii Island.
-Completed Algebra I or a higher-level math course
-Able to commit to 2-week full participation Monday- Friday, 9 am-4:30 pm
Acceptance to the camp is not based on grade point average but on how the experience can impact your future.
All students are welcome to apply and one of our goals is to engage those who may not normally consider themselves as potential scientists.
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ABOUT LANL'S SAGE CAMP
This FREE two-week camp will explore topics related to energy and energy security (reliable, affordable access to all fuels and energy sources) and offers students a chance to boost their understanding of how STEM improves the world through hands-on activities, demonstrations, tours, talks and a multiday hands-on engineering project.
Students will learn the principles of physics, engineering, bioengineering, chemistry, computer programming and cybersecurity, and will apply their knowledge in a range of exciting hands-on multi-day projects. They will also explore different energy sources, including solar, wind, geothermal and nuclear power, to better understand the challenges faced by our modern society.
Participants will also learn a broad range of professional skills including: how to write a resumé, how to apply and interview for a job, and what opportunities are available at our local colleges and at Department of Energy National Laboratories like Sandia National Laboratories and Los Alamos National Laboratory. During the camp, the students will also be offered the opportunity to tour Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Costs
This summer camp is FREE to students. Participants who complete the program will be provided a stipend.
Summer Physics Camp Serves Students From:
- The camp serves students from all over New Mexico (not just northern and central) and Hawaii
- Completion of Algebra I or high-level math course (Note: Acceptance is NOT based on grades or GPA)
For more information contact:
spcyw-nm@lanl.gov