Earth’s oceans are more than what you can see on the horizon. Beneath the surface lies our planet’s most complex ecosystems, full of life and potential for exploration, learning, and innovation. Modern marine technology allows us to gain more immersive knowledge of the ocean’s greatest wonders, but more than 80% of the ocean is still waiting to be explored. How will you use your STEM skills to dive into the unknown and improve life on land and underwater? Join our 2024-2025 ocean-themed robotics season, FIRST DIVE presented by Qualcomm, and uncover the potential in each of us to strengthen our community and innovate for a better world: 🌊 FIRST LEGO League SUBMERGED launches August 6, 2024. 🌊 FIRST Tech Challenge INTO THE DEEP presented by RTX launches September 7, 2024. 🌊 FIRST Robotics Competition REEFSCAPE presented by Gene Haas Foundation launches January 4, 2025. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ejQjgX8W #FIRSTDIVE #SUBMERGED #INTOTHEDEEP #REEFSCAPE
FIRST
Non-profit Organization Management
Manchester, NH 45,119 followers
FIRST is a global robotics community preparing young people for the future.
About us
FIRST was founded by inventor Dean Kamen in 1989 to inspire young people's interest and participation in science and technology. Based in Manchester, NH, the 501 (c) (3) not-for-profit public charity designs accessible, innovative programs that motivate young people to pursue education and career opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and math, while building self-confidence, knowledge, and life skills. Our mission is to inspire young people to be science and technology leaders, by engaging them in exciting mentor-based programs that build science, engineering and technology skills, that inspire innovation, and that foster well-rounded life capabilities. Make a difference in thousands of students’ lives. Create an impact on the workforce of tomorrow. Become a member of our passionate employee base working to make science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education accessible to all students around the world.
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http://www.firstinspires.org
External link for FIRST
- Industry
- Non-profit Organization Management
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Manchester, NH
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1989
- Specialties
- Robotics Competitions for K-12, STEM related afterschool programs, Inspiration, Innovation, Hands-on learning, Coding, Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, STEM, STEM Education, and youth-serving organization
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200 Bedford Street
Manchester, NH 03101, US
Employees at FIRST
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The 2025 FIRST Robotics Competition #REEFSCAPE presented by Haas game reveal and kickoff celebration is tomorrow, January 4 at 12PM ET. Find season resources here when the season launches: https://hubs.ly/Q0315jTR0 Thank you to FIRST Robotics Competition season presenting sponsor Gene Haas Foundation and #FIRSTDIVE season presenting sponsor Qualcomm for making this ocean-inspired season possible!
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Over the past 35 years, FIRST has grown from a groundbreaking idea for inspiring future science and technology leaders into the gold standard for youth robotics. Today, our global robotics community is influencing culture and creating new generations of innovators across industries with the only sport where every participant can go pro. This transformation inspired our arts-themed robotics season, FIRST IN SHOW presented by Qualcomm. During the 2023-2024 season, FIRST students explored the intersection of science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) and gained the community, skills, and self-confidence to build a better future. Our 2024 Annual Impact Report shines a spotlight on FIRST programs’ best-in-show outcomes and the community bringing the FIRST mission to life. Enjoy viewing an interactive version of the report or download a PDF here: https://hubs.ly/Q030Z-Vh0
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From engineering and design to athletics and the arts, FIRST alumni are turning their STEM skills into thriving careers in industries as diverse as RTX, John Deere, Nike and beyond. The #GetAnywhere campaign celebrates the exciting possibilities STEM creates, empowering students with technical expertise and teamwork skills to achieve their dreams – wherever those dreams may take them. 🎥 Swipe through our behind-the-scenes to see how the campaign came to life and the stories that inspired us! Discover how STEM and FIRST can open the door to your future: https://hubs.ly/Q030V7-j0
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We’re diving into the year ahead and making a splash to provide even more students like Ixchel with opportunities for STEM learning. Hop on the wave and make a tax-deductible year-end gift to help us implement life-changing STEM programs and inspire young people worldwide to create the future they dream of. Donate today: https://hubs.ly/Q030P1L30 #GetAnywhere
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Did you know that if you participate in FIRST, you can earn a Robotics Badge within any of the Girl Scouts programs?! 🤖 We are proud to collaborate with Girl Scouts of the USA for the ultimate STEM playbook, giving young girls another opportunity to get excited about STEM and robotics. Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q02P5w8K0
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This year, in #FIRSTDIVE presented by Qualcomm, students will explore beneath the surface and uncover a world of endless possibilities through STEM. Registration is now open! Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q02wJws80
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Did you know that FIRST maintains important national Alliance relationships with a network of organizations, corporations, foundations, institutions, colleges, and universities that are committed to sustaining programs that ignite young minds and advocate STEM? These relationships help increase FIRST visibility and provide valuable resources. Learn more about FIRST Alliances: https://hubs.ly/Q02_MsdC0 #morethanrobots
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DEADLINE EXTENDED: Nominations for the 2025 Inspire the Future: FIRST Recognition Program close Friday, December 20. Make sure to submit a nomination for an outstanding FIRST educator or school in your community before time runs out. Nominate here: https://hubs.ly/Q02_ZxFS0 #InspireTheFuture
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To create a better future, it’s important we encourage the kids in our lives to explore their passions and pursue their dreams. You can help young people feel empowered to learn STEM skills today that will prepare them to build a better world tomorrow by supporting FIRST. Donate today: https://hubs.ly/Q02_XWvG0 #GetAnywhere
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