From a foot in the door to a seat at the table.
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Education
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Certifications
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Tech Resources
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Career Highways
FREE SUMMER CAMPS FOR GRADES 8-12
June 15-18 9:00-3:00 daily // Grades 9-12 // Limit: 40
Residential Option Available
Explore how AI works, how data powers your favorite apps, and how cybersecurity stops digital bad guys. Come build, experiment, solve tech challenges, and have fun! On-campus housing is available (optional). Evening activities are included for campers staying overnight.
June 18 8:30-3:30 // Grades 10-12 // Limit: 15
"Spark" your creativity in this one-day camp! Learn basic welding skills and safety while crafting a custom metal box to take home.
July 7-9 9:00-3:00 daily // Grades 8-12 // Limit: 24
Residential Option Available
Experiment. Create. Innovate! Build a battery-powered car and program a microcontroller to run it. The best part? It's
yours to keep! On-campus housing is available (optional). Evening activities included for campers staying overnight.
June 23-26 9:00-3:00 daily // Grades 9-12 // Limit: 40
Residential Option Available
Get hands‑on with computer hardware, try Python and Linux, learn how cyber threats work, and discover real careers in
the field. On-campus housing is available (optional). Evening activities included for campers staying overnight.
Minnesota State I.T. Center Of Excellence empowers individuals to explore and grow their technology skills and abilities.
2026 Minnesota Student Impact Numbers:
1500+ Students Participated in Learning Coding, an AI Hackathon, or Tech Camp
900+ Face-to-Face Connections
540+ Students Participating in Google Certification
5,425+ Hours of Hands-On and Online Certification
350+ Students Exploring Career Highways
Data current as of 4/2026
Cyber Security Resources at Metro State
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Free Cyber Hygiene Training
Designed for Minnesota Nonprofits & Small Business Owners Live Online via Zoom
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Metro State Cyber Clinic
Get a FREE Cybersecurity Risk Assessment for your organization through our Cyber Clinic!
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Hands-On Cybersecurity Experience for Grades 10–12
Bring your students for an unforgettable, hands-on cybersecurity experience! Don’t miss the chance to spark their interest in one of today’s most exciting and in-demand fields.
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