
IBM EX.I.T.E. (Exploring Interests in Technology and Engineering) Camps are an IBM initiative to spark the young girls' interests in mathematics and science as a part of diversity initiatives.
Program aims
- to spark the young girls' interests in mathematics and science
- to help them understand how rewarding technology and engineering careers can be
- to become a leader and to give back to the community
Program
The girls participate in a series of innovative workshops and lectures to acquire knowledge of information technology and engineering, and also to study the impact of science and technology on improving the quality of people's lives. IBM professionals will meet the girls as their mentors during the camp, with the relationship continued online through IBM Connections. TryScience which is designed to make science more interesting and accessible to secondary school students is also used during the camp.
Target
Young girls from secondary 1-3
Timeline
Since 2005, IBM EX.I.T.E. Camps have been held during summer annually.
Further Information
If you have any enquiries, please contact us at 2825-6222.