Next-Gen Manufacturing Academy
Summer 2026
Next-Gen Manufacturing Academy
Get ready to dive into an exciting in-person experience this summer at Cal Poly Pomona! The 2026 Summer Academy introduces high school juniors and seniors to opportunities in engineering and computer science, with a special focus on using AI and machine learning to build smart robots. Don't miss out on this chance to connect and grow in a lively, real-world setting!
Program Highlights
Learning Sessions
Explore fully automated manufacturing processes and modern engineering systems.
Interactive Tour
See IME Smart Manufacturing labs and hands-on technologies in action.
Hands-On Activities
Optimize robotic material handling in a fully automated production line.
Alumni & Industry Panel
Hear career pathways and graduate program insights from professionals and alumni.
Student Competition & Awards
Tackle a manufacturing challenge, showcase your solution, and celebrate your achievements. (Winners and highlights will be featured on the center’s website, social media, and CPP news.)
Event Information
Next-Gen Manufacturing Academy Schedule
July 29-31, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Date: July 29-31, 2026
Time (Daily): 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Location: Cal Poly Pomona, Building 17 (Room TBA)
Open to all high school juniors and seniors interested in engineering, robotics, or AI — no prior experience needed!
*Priority for high school senior and junior students at Bonita Unified School District.
Sign up for Cal Poly Pomona's Summer Academy 2026 by emailing the CREST-RASM Center:
Email: rasm@cpp.edu
Application Opens: Jan 2025
Application Closes: April 2026
Price: $25 per person*
*Parking Permits Provided
- Hands on Learning
- Led by CPP Engineering Professors
- Collaborate with other high school students
- College and Career Exploration
- Lunch Included Daily!
CREST-RASM Center: rasm@cpp.edu