Ready for a one‑day adventure in real‑world engineering? Jump into our Engineering Exploration Camp, where high school students get hands‑on with food and bioprocess tech—like dairy processing and extrusion—and then head outdoors to collect groundwater samples and run tests just like natural resource engineers. It’s fast‑paced, fun, and packed with eye‑opening experiences that show how science shapes the world around us. Perfect for curious teens and parents who want a glimpse of exciting future careers.
Event Types: Career Camp - High School
7TH GEN.® Summer Program @ Crazy Horse Memorial University®
The 7TH GEN.® Summer Program is a unique 8-week summer semester where High School seniors jumpstart their post-secondary journeys with 12 tuition-free college credits through our partnership with Black Hills State University and gain valuable work experience through a paid internship at Crazy Horse Memorial. They also experience fun field trips to sites in the surrounding Black Hills area and participate in hands-on cultural workshops. Our academic advisors assist each student with their post-secondary planning i.e. FAFSA, scholarship hunting, housing application, class registration, etc. Interested students may access more information and the online application through our website link.
Precision Ag Camp
Our Precision Camps provide students with the opportunity to step into the shoes of an Equipment Precision Technology Specialist. Campers will collaboratively work through hands-on projects as they learn about the technical and digital systems found in heavy equipment, as well as problem-solve through general maintenance processes. Throughout the camp experience, they will explore the ins and outs of Precision Technology alongside our Precision Technology instructors and top industry experts!
Overnight Precision Camp
SDSU Data Science Camp
Students will be introduced to Data Science concepts. They will learn some basic statistics and coding (using R). They will do some fun activities and their goal will be to complete a project where they will analyze some data and present their findings. They will learn to use AI as a coding assistant.
Families are responsible for travel arrangements to get students to the Brookings campus Monday July 27th at 9am. Students will stay on campus and sleep in the residence halls. Parents are invited to watch students present their projects on Thursday afternoon. The camp will conclude around 3pm on July 30th.
Students will have fun activities on campus. This includes climbing the Campanile, visiting McCrory Gardens, eating SDSU ice cream, and climbing the rock wall at the Wellness Center.
Youth Engineering and Technology Adventure
The Jerome J. Lohr College of Engineering is excited to offer career exploration in agricultural and biosystems and civil, electrical and mechanical engineering, as well as construction and concrete management. Participants will explore a variety of hands-on activities along with enrichment and social programs designed to assist students in preparing them for the next step in their intellectual, personal and professional career development.
Registration deadline April 14th, 2026 at 8:00 am
Cost of the camp will be broken down into two options:
Option 1: $850 – This covers room, meals and activities.
Option 2: $350 – This covers only the day classes from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Scrubs & Stethoscopes
Curious about a future in healthcare? Scrubs to Stethoscopes invites high school students to explore real health careers through interactive sessions at Sanford Health facilities. Students experience engaging presentations, facility tours, and hands-on activities that showcase what it’s like to work in healthcare.
Scrubs & Stethoscopes
Curious about a future in healthcare? Scrubs to Stethoscopes invites high school students to explore real health careers through interactive sessions at Sanford Health facilities. Students experience engaging presentations, facility tours, and hands-on activities that showcase what it’s like to work in healthcare.
SDSU Natural Resources High School Camp
The Natural Resources Camp is a great way to gain exposure to the world of natural resources, including fish, plants, wildlife, soils, invertebrates, and water. The camp offers opportunities to gain hands-on experience in natural resource ecology and management. The camp is intended for high school students, entering grades 9, 10, 11, and 12, who have a strong desire to learn more about the natural world or who have an interest in pursuing a career related to natural resources. Permission from a parent or guardian is required.
Registration due: May 1, 2026
Visit https://www.sdstate.edu/natural-resource-management/natural-resources-high-school-camp for more information.
Nursing Career Exploration Camp
Join Us in the Black Hills to Explore Nursing!
Nursing Career Exploration Camp features sessions focused on nursing care, the science behind many medical activities and even tours of area health care facilities. There will be opportunities for hands-on experiences and to hear from professionals in the field. Sessions will be led by South Dakota State University College of Nursing faculty, Black Hills State University Science faculty, and medical professionals from the Black Hills and the West River Area Health Education Center.
Day camps only, no overnight accommodations.
Nursing Career Exploration Camp
Join Us in the Black Hills to Explore Nursing!
Nursing Career Exploration Camp features sessions focused on nursing care, the science behind many medical activities and even tours of area health care facilities. There will be opportunities for hands-on experiences and to hear from professionals in the field. Sessions will be led by South Dakota State University College of Nursing faculty, Black Hills State University Science faculty, and medical professionals from the Black Hills and the West River Area Health Education Center.
Day camps only, no overnight accommodations.