Intel Science Talent SearchA program of Society for Science & the Public

"Even if you think that what you want to do is impossible, go ahead and go for it because you never know what you can accomplish."

–Mary Masterman, 2007 First Place Winner

Enter the Intel Science Talent Search

One of the best ways to prepare for the Intel Science Talent Search (Intel STS) is to begin a science research project as early as freshman year in high school. Students are encouraged to start their research early and participate in local science and engineering fairs before competing in the Intel STS during their senior year. Entry forms and instructions*

Teacher and School Support of Student Research

Intel STS recognizes excellence in teaching and school support of individual student research. Each school receives an award of $1,000 for each semifinalist named in the competition.

Do you have a student who is interested in participating in the Intel STS? Get checklists you can use to track progress through the Intel STS process. Teacher and Student Checklists*

Science Training Programs for Teachers and Students

Many of the Intel STS participants take part in a science training program to help them with their projects. There are more than 300 training programs that take place throughout the year at a variety of institutions in the United States. Directory of Science Training Programs*

Teacher training programs provide professional development in the areas of science, engineering, and mathematics, and the opportunity to learn specific problem-solving methods and instructional strategies. Student training programs offer advanced instruction and hands-on lab research in a wide range of scientific disciplines. Students gain valuable knowledge in a variety of scientific areas that they can apply to future education and careers.