Experiential Learning for Emerging and Novel Technologies (ExLENT)

The ExLENT program seeks to support experiential learning opportunities for individuals from all professional and educational backgrounds, resulting in increased access to, and interest in, career pathways in emerging technology fields (e.g., advanced manufacturing, advanced wireless, artificial intelligence, biotechnology, quantum information science, semiconductors, and microelectronics). The program aims to expand the American workforce in emerging technology fields by increasing all learners' access to emerging technology career training and pathways through experiential learning opportunities. The program supports new and/or existing cross-sectoral partnerships to design engaging activities that provide individuals with the opportunity to gain new skills and the resources necessary to successfully navigate a career path into emerging technology fields. ExLENT projects are required to provide experiential learning opportunities, mentorship, cohort-based community building, and intentional support for participants from all backgrounds and geographic locations.