Intelsat is now partnering with XinaBox to deliver space-focused STEM learning tools to teenagers across the African continent.
Intelsat is sponsoring scholarships, each worth hundreds of dollars, for 20 students in Africa to access XinaBox’s dedicated space STEM kits and educational programs, which culminate in students designing, building and launching satellites into space.
“Building the pipeline of the next generation of satellite engineers begins with our partnership with XinaBox,” said Christell Meyers, Intelsat’s Sales Director in Africa. “Sparking that tech interest at such a young age inspires future leaders who will soon lead the way with advancements we never dreamed possible.”
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Intelsat Brings Space STEM to Students in Africa
| Application Deadline | 30 Nov 2022 |
| Type | Entrepreneurs |
| Sponsor | Intelsat |
| Gender | Men and Women |
Aim and Benefits of Intelsat Brings Space STEM to Students in Africa
Through building, experimenting, and creating working electronic devices, crafters, students and tinkerers learn critical STEM skills, including coding, electronics, data gathering and analysis, control, and all the principles of Internet of Things (IoT), while engaging with the sensory environment around them. This approach uniquely bridges the virtual worlds of software, the cloud, and big data, with students’ real-world surroundings.
“When the Intelsat team suggested supporting African students on our flagship program, we were excited and inspired. Our primary goal is to give access to space for all,” noted Judi Sandrock, one of the co-founders of XinaBox. “Intelsat’s values and ours are totally aligned, with the students and their futures at the core. Intelsat’s support will allow the XinaBox Space STEM program to accelerate as we move into 2021.”
Requirements for Intelsat Brings Space STEM to Students in Africa Qualification
Intelsat is sponsoring 20 XinaBox Space STEM program scholarships, with successful candidates meeting the following criteria:
- Between 15 and 18 years of age
- Born and currently living on the African continent
- Demonstrates a passion for, and knowledge of, science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM)
- Has a clear interest in all things “space”
- Access to the internet, and a smart device for virtual workshops, i.e. can run a browser-based collaboration tool (camera not essential)
- Browser skills
- Proficient in English (the first program will be delivered in English)
Application Deadline
November 30, 2022How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to Intelsat on forms.gle to applyStudents with an interest in the scholarship who meet these criteria are encouraged to apply before the deadline: November 30, 2020 at 5 p.m. SA. The application process requires completing an online form, a space quiz and submitting a short explanation building the case for why you should be selected for this unique program.
For more details, visit Intelsat website.
