Architecture Foundation of Oregon

STEM Like a Girl - Workshop in Albany
2025-11-16 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Linn Benton Lincoln ESD, 905 SE 4th Ave, Albany, Oregon, 97321
Workshop in Albany
Hosted by the STEM Like a Girl
When: Sunday, November 16, 1-4pm
Where: Linn Benton Lincoln ESD, 905 SE 4th Ave, Albany, OR 97321
Serving: All girls and female-identifying youth in 3rd – 5th grade and a parent or other adult caregiver
Service Area: Albany
Topic: Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM)
Program Type: Weekend Pop-up Event
Cost: $30 per girl-grown up pair ($20 for additional girls in the same household – Use Promo Code SIBLING). Financial Assistance available by request, here.

STEM Like a Girl - Workshop in Roseburg
2025-11-23 13:00 - 16:00 | Roseburg Public Library, 1409 NE Diamond Lake Blvd, Roseburg, Oregon, 97470
Workshop in Roseburg
Hosted by the STEM Like a Girl
When: Sunday, November 23, 1-4pm
Where: Roseburg Public Library, 1409 NE Diamond Lake Blvd Roseburg, OR 97470
Serving: All girls and female-identifying youth in 3rd – 5th grade and a parent or other adult caregiver
Service Area: Roseburg
Topic: Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM)
Program Type: Weekend Workshop
Cost: Free

NE STEAM Coalition - Creative Lab
2025-11-24 09:30 - 14:00 | NE STEAM Coalition Makerspace, 3935 N Lombard St, Portland, Oregon, 97217
Creative Lab
Hosted by the NE STEAM Coalition
Join us for a fun and inspiring 2 day Creative Camp, where creativity takes center stage, starting Monday November 24th.
About the Camp
Creative Lab gives youth a chance to explore science, creativity, and design in one fun, hands-on experience. Campers will make their own bath and body products—like bath salts, scrubs, lip balm, soap, and candles—while learning about the simple science behind how things work. They’ll also spend time in our makerspace designing and pressing their own shirts or hoodies. It’s a relaxed, creative environment where curiosity and imagination lead the way.

Who Should Attend
This camp is for 4th–8th grade youth who love to create, experiment, and explore new ideas. No prior experience is needed—just curiosity and imagination!
What Campers Will Do and Learn
Campers will explore the science of wellness through fun, hands-on projects that connect creativity with real-world science. Each session blends art, design, and problem-solving as youth experiment with materials and bring their ideas to life.
They’ll:

Make their own wellness products, such as fizzy bath salts, scrubs, lip balm, soap, candles, and bath bombs.
Design and press custom shirts or hoodies using digital design tools, a cutter, and a heat press.
Practice creative problem-solving as they plan, test, and refine their projects.
Build persistence and confidence by working through challenges and completing their work from start to finish.
Strengthen teamwork and communication skills through group activities and shared projects.
Develop a positive STEM identity by discovering that science, design, and creativity all connect.

Campers will take home everything they make—along with new skills, confidence, and pride in their work.
When and Where
Creative Camp meets for two sessions, from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM, with lunch and snacks included. We’ll also be open Wednesday for drop-in time for campers who want extra time to finish projects or explore the makerspace.
NE STEAM Coalition Makerspace
3935 N Lombard St, North Portland
Daily Details for Parents

Drop-off: 9:15–9:30 AM
Pick-up: 2:00 PM
What to bring: A reusable water bottle and clothes that can get messy.
Materials: All supplies, tools, and safety gear are provided.
Safety: Activities use non-toxic, age-appropriate materials with close adult supervision.

Cost
The camp is free and includes lunch and snacks each day.
Our Approach
Creative Camp is inclusive, culturally responsive, and designed to help youth build persistence, confidence, and curiosity. We create space for every camper to explore ideas, express themselves, and discover that STEM and creativity go hand in hand.

When: Monday, November 24, 9:30am-2pm
Where: NE STEAM Coalition Makerspace, 3935 N Lombard St, Portland, OR 97217
Serving: 4th-8th Grade Youth
Service Area: Portland
Topic: Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM)
Program Type: Workshop
Cost: The camp is free and includes lunch and snacks each day

Design Advocacy Outreach Group (DAO-G)
2025-12-02 12:00 - 13:00
Hosted by AFO and AIA Oregon, the Design Advocacy Outreach Group (DAO-G) meets quarterly with the mission of increasing student access to architecture, engineering, construction, and design (AECD) fields in the state of Oregon. As a group of local partners who are aligned around this shared mission, DAO-G meetings are a time for us to harness this network to share opportunities for students, volunteer needs, resources, outreach efforts, and more.
Wondering if you’re the right fit? If you identify with any of these statements, we encourage you to join our efforts!

You are passionate about increasing student access and participation in AECD fields – particularly for those who have been historically marginalized and underrepresented in the field
You are seeking opportunities to volunteer with and/or contribute to AECD programs for students (Kindergarten – Higher Ed)
You are a youth program provider or organization seeking to connect with potential volunteer professionals and spread the word about your program
You are an educator looking for opportunities to share with students interested in AECD fields
You represent a community group or company that is aligned with our shared mission

2025 Meeting Schedule:

Tuesday, March 4, 12-1pm, Zoom
Tuesday, June 3, 12-1pm, Zoom
Tuesday, September 9, 12-1pm, Zoom
Tuesday, December 2, 12-1pm, Zoom

Visit the DAO-G Miro board for a recap of our discussions.
Questions? Contact Candice Agahan, AFO Director of Community Engagement, candice@af-oregon.org, 503-542-3823
Submit the form below to join DAO-G
Fill out my LGL Form!

STEM Like a Girl - Workshop in Portland
2025-12-07 13:00 - 16:00 | Multnomah ESD, 11611 NE Ainsworth Cir, Portland, Oregon, 97220
Workshop in Portland
Hosted by the STEM Like a Girl
When: Sunday, December 7, 1-4pm
Where: Multnomah ESD, 11611 NE Ainsworth Cir, Portland, OR 97220
Serving: All girls and female-identifying youth in 3rd – 5th grade and a parent or other adult caregiver
Service Area: Portland
Topic: Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM)
Program Type: Weekend Workshop
Cost: $30 per girl-grown up pair ($20 for additional girls in the same household – Use Promo Code SIBLING). Financial Assistance available by request, here.

AFO Holiday Party
2025-12-08 17:00 - 19:00 | SMG Collective, 110 NW 9th Ave, Portland, Oregon, 97209
AFO welcomes our members and community to celebrate the season and raise a glass to an incredible year!
Hosted at SMG Collective, guests will be able to browse beautifully designed items just in time for holiday shopping while enjoying the company of other AEC professionals.
We will bring tasty refreshments and an opportunity to give back to the Portland community – you bring the fun! Join us for a festive evening as we close out 2025 and look ahead to the new year.
SMG Collective is a women-owned design showroom based in Portland, Oregon, specializing in handcrafted custom rugs, modern furniture, artisanal wallpaper, and locally made ceramics and glassware. With a deep commitment to sustainability and ethical production, we champion the work of both local and global makers who honor traditional craft techniques and use natural, responsibly sourced materials.
Not a member yet? Sign up today!
Register Now
Monday, December 8
5:00-7:00pm
SMG Collective, 110 NW 9th Ave, Portland, OR 97209

ELSO's Studio Justice Youth Design Program - FREE & Students Earn Stipend
2026-01-14
ELSO’s Studio Justice Youth Design Program
Hosted by ELSO’s Studio Justice Program
Studio Justice is ELSO’s design program. Studio Justice is a series of paid after-school programs and outreach events for youth ages 14-20 to learn about design as a tool enabling leadership and agency for youth. Our programs aim to expand our youth’s STEAMED career pathways to include professions in the built environment while widening their exposure to green sector careers.
Through this vital opportunity, participants can find their STEAMED identities and learn about designing public spaces, the power of place, and health equity.
There are no student fees for design program events. Instead, we ensure youth participants receive a scholarship stipend to support growth in STEAMED learning and related careers.
We are currently accepting applications for Studio Justice in both Oregon and Texas.
Deadline to Register: January 14th 2026

Annual Impact Meeting
2026-01-15 16:30 - 17:30
Join us for our annual open meeting to hear about AFO’s impact in 2025 and what we have in store for 2026.
We encourage you to come ready to share your input as we shape our community-informed work, from advocacy to programming.
Now fully virtual, we welcome folks living and working throughout the state of Oregon to participate and be a part of deepening our impact in Oregon. Come to listen, share, and celebrate with fellow supporters of AFO!
Register Now
Thursday, January 15
4:30-5:30pm
Zoom
Free to attend

Saturday Academy Internship Program - 2026 ASE Virtual Information Session #1
2026-01-20 18:00 - 19:30
Saturday Academy Internship Program – 2026 ASE Virtual Information Session #1
Hosted by Saturday Academy
Are you interested in becoming an intern through the Apprenticeships in STEAM Exploration Program?
Register for this Zoom Information Session using the link below to learn more. Please explore the ASE Experience and the Application Guide in the meantime.
Register in advance for this meeting (required): ZOOM Registration
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
We look forward to seeing you there!
To be eligible to apply students must:

Have not been an ASE intern before. A student may only have one ASE internship during their high school career. This is to ensure that more students are able to participate in the ASE program.
Be a rising 10th, 11th, or 12th grader (or equivalent).
Be interested in pursuing a career in math and science, motivated to learn, and prepared to participate in a professional environment.
Live near our internship locations (usually in the Portland-Metro area, and the Albany/Corvallis/Eugene areas) OR have adult family or friends that you can live with during the summer near our internship locations. (ASE does not provide housing for students and does not allow students to live on their own.) If you apply for positions that are greater than 50 miles from your home address or local address provided on your online application, ASE will remove your application from those positions, even if the position is virtual, because all students are required to attend one in-person ASE event.
Regardless of internship type (in-person or online), ASE is unable to support international applicants at this time.
Have reliable transportation to and from our internship locations. (Public transportation is fine.) ASE does not provide transportation for students.
Have proof of health insurance.
Applicants may not apply for positions wherein the mentor is a family member.

Note: There is no minimum age required for ASE, but some host organizations have age requirements for their positions. For most positions with age requirements, applicants must be the minimum age by June 16th, but for the VA Healthcare System, they must be 16 by May 15th.
Check your eligibility with this quiz!
The 2025 ASE internship Application is due Friday, March 6, 2026 @ 11:59PM
When: 8-10 weeks from mid-June to the end of August
Where: Companies across Oregon and Southwest Washington
Serving: Rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors
Service Area: Portland-Metro area, and the Albany/Corvallis/Eugene areas
Topic: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math)
Program Type: Part-to-full-time summer internship
Cost: non-refundable $40 application processing fee

Leading with Cultural Humility: Tools for Building Trust and Connection
2026-02-03 16:00 - 18:00
This workshop facilitated by Jessica Lynn Taylor, CEO of Leadership Training Initiative, is intended to help prepare participants to feel more comfortable interacting with a variety of people from different backgrounds and ages. All are welcome. The workshop will focus on skills for cultural humility, trauma-informed engagement, and practical presentation strategies to honor a diversity of lived experiences as well as create psychological safety.
The Architecture Foundation of Oregon (AFO) centers education and access for youth at the heart of our programming. We are excited to offer opportunities for design professionals, educators, youth organizers, and more to receive training on trauma-informed practices and social/emotional learning.
AFO believes that all adults working with youth have a responsibility to not create harm, to give youth space to express their true selves, to look to them as experts, and to center them in our teaching and learning. AFO understands that these are skills that require ongoing learning and will help us be more empathetic and effective teachers, mentors and leaders.
PLEASE NOTE: All current AFO volunteers, board members, committee members, and 2025-26 Architects in Schools and Formation Mentorship participants have free access to this workshop. Please contact candice@af-oregon.org if you are a current volunteer and have not received the Zoom link.
Register Now
Tuesday, February 3
4:00-6:00pm
Zoom
$20 (Limited scholarships available – contact candice@af-oregon.org if you would like to request a scholarship)

Saturday Academy Internship Program - 2026 ASE Virtual Information Session #2
2026-02-04 18:00 - 19:30
Saturday Academy Internship Program – 2026 ASE Virtual Information Session #2
Hosted by Saturday Academy
Are you interested in becoming an intern through the Apprenticeships in STEAM Exploration Program?
Register for this Zoom Information Session using the link below to learn more. Please explore the ASE Experience and the Application Guide in the meantime.
Register in advance for this meeting (required): ZOOM Registration
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
We look forward to seeing you there!
To be eligible to apply students must:

Have not been an ASE intern before. A student may only have one ASE internship during their high school career. This is to ensure that more students are able to participate in the ASE program.
Be a rising 10th, 11th, or 12th grader (or equivalent).
Be interested in pursuing a career in math and science, motivated to learn, and prepared to participate in a professional environment.
Live near our internship locations (usually in the Portland-Metro area, and the Albany/Corvallis/Eugene areas) OR have adult family or friends that you can live with during the summer near our internship locations. (ASE does not provide housing for students and does not allow students to live on their own.) If you apply for positions that are greater than 50 miles from your home address or local address provided on your online application, ASE will remove your application from those positions, even if the position is virtual, because all students are required to attend one in-person ASE event.
Regardless of internship type (in-person or online), ASE is unable to support international applicants at this time.
Have reliable transportation to and from our internship locations. (Public transportation is fine.) ASE does not provide transportation for students.
Have proof of health insurance.
Applicants may not apply for positions wherein the mentor is a family member.

Note: There is no minimum age required for ASE, but some host organizations have age requirements for their positions. For most positions with age requirements, applicants must be the minimum age by June 16th, but for the VA Healthcare System, they must be 16 by May 15th.
Check your eligibility with this quiz!
The 2025 ASE internship Application is due Friday, March 6, 2026 @ 11:59PM
When: 8-10 weeks from mid-June to the end of August
Where: Companies across Oregon and Southwest Washington
Serving: Rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors
Service Area: Portland-Metro area, and the Albany/Corvallis/Eugene areas
Topic: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math)
Program Type: Part-to-full-time summer internship
Cost: non-refundable $40 application processing fee

Saturday Academy Internship Program - 2026 ASE Virtual Information Session #3
2026-02-07 12:00 - 13:30
Saturday Academy Internship Program – 2026 ASE Virtual Information Session #3
Hosted by Saturday Academy
Are you interested in becoming an intern through the Apprenticeships in STEAM Exploration Program?
Register for this Zoom Information Session using the link below to learn more. Please explore the ASE Experience and the Application Guide in the meantime.
Register in advance for this meeting (required): ZOOM Registration
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
We look forward to seeing you there!
To be eligible to apply students must:

Have not been an ASE intern before. A student may only have one ASE internship during their high school career. This is to ensure that more students are able to participate in the ASE program.
Be a rising 10th, 11th, or 12th grader (or equivalent).
Be interested in pursuing a career in math and science, motivated to learn, and prepared to participate in a professional environment.
Live near our internship locations (usually in the Portland-Metro area, and the Albany/Corvallis/Eugene areas) OR have adult family or friends that you can live with during the summer near our internship locations. (ASE does not provide housing for students and does not allow students to live on their own.) If you apply for positions that are greater than 50 miles from your home address or local address provided on your online application, ASE will remove your application from those positions, even if the position is virtual, because all students are required to attend one in-person ASE event.
Regardless of internship type (in-person or online), ASE is unable to support international applicants at this time.
Have reliable transportation to and from our internship locations. (Public transportation is fine.) ASE does not provide transportation for students.
Have proof of health insurance.
Applicants may not apply for positions wherein the mentor is a family member.

Note: There is no minimum age required for ASE, but some host organizations have age requirements for their positions. For most positions with age requirements, applicants must be the minimum age by June 16th, but for the VA Healthcare System, they must be 16 by May 15th.
Check your eligibility with this quiz!
The 2025 ASE internship Application is due Friday, March 6, 2026 @ 11:59PM
When: 8-10 weeks from mid-June to the end of August
Where: Companies across Oregon and Southwest Washington
Serving: Rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors
Service Area: Portland-Metro area, and the Albany/Corvallis/Eugene areas
Topic: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math)
Program Type: Part-to-full-time summer internship
Cost: non-refundable $40 application processing fee

ARKITEK - Intern Development Program
2026-03-09 | Arkitek Office, 426 A St STE 101, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Intern Development Program
Organized by Arkitec: Design & Architecture

WHAT?

8 week Internship program organized by arkitek in collaboration with CraterWorks Makerspace

WHY?

To provide students exposure to the architecture industry through professional experiences

WHO?

Curious students who are interested in architecture or design

WHERE?

Arkitek office in Ashland & CraterWorks Makerspace in Central Point

WHEN?

Start date: Monday, March 30thEnd date: Friday, May 22nd
APPLY BY MARCH 9th
Typically two 2-hour sessions per week (32 hours total)Schedule is flexible and will be coordinated with students

TO APPLY:
Email PDF resume & portfolio to info@arkitek.us

Selected applicants will be reviewed in an in-person interview

Registration Deadline: Monday, March 9th
Serving: High school Students
Service Area: Oregon
Topic: Architecture, Design
Program Type: Internship
Cost: Free

Design Advocacy Outreach Group (DAO-G)
2026-03-10 12:00 - 13:00
Hosted by AFO and AIA Oregon, the Design Advocacy Outreach Group (DAO-G) meets quarterly with the mission of increasing student access to architecture, engineering, construction, and design (AECD) fields in the state of Oregon. As a group of local partners who are aligned around this shared mission, DAO-G meetings are a time for us to harness this network to share opportunities for students, volunteer needs, resources, outreach efforts, and more.
Wondering if you’re the right fit? If you identify with any of these statements, we encourage you to join our efforts!

You are passionate about increasing student access and participation in AECD fields – particularly for those who have been historically marginalized and underrepresented in the field
You are seeking opportunities to volunteer with and/or contribute to AECD programs for students (Kindergarten – Higher Ed)
You are a youth program provider or organization seeking to connect with potential volunteer professionals and spread the word about your program
You are an educator looking for opportunities to share with students interested in AECD fields
You represent a community group or company that is aligned with our shared mission

2026 Meeting Schedule:

Tuesday, March 10, 12-1pm, Zoom
Tuesday, June 2, 12-1pm, Zoom
Tuesday, September 1, 12-1pm, Zoom
Tuesday, December 1, 12-1pm, Zoom

Visit the DAO-G Miro board for a recap of our discussions.
Questions? Contact Candice Agahan, AFO Director of Community Engagement, candice@af-oregon.org, 503-542-3823
Submit the form below to join DAO-G
Fill out my LGL Form!

Architecture at Zero - Design Competition 2026
2026-06-01
Architecture at Zero – Design Competition 2026
Organized by Architecture at Zero

Architecture at Zero is a design competition for decarbonization, equity, and resilience, open to students and professionals worldwide. It serves to engage the fields of architecture, design, engineering and planning in the pursuit of sustainable design.
The competition will be the design of the La Plaza Cultural Center at the Multi Agency Resilience Center, Antelope Valley, CA, a year-round educational and cultural venue that will transform into a resiliency asset during regional emergencies, offering critical support for evacuees, first responders, and multi-agency operations.

Registration Deadline: June 1st 2026 at 1:00 PM, PST
Serving: Students and Professionals
Service Area: Worldwide
Topic: Architecture, Design
Program Type: Design Competition
Cost: Free for student entry / $350 for Professional entry
