Career Spark STEAM Expo 2026
Organized by Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology
CareerSpark is a hands-on, interactive work and career readiness experience designed to spark students’ interest in the exciting careers in the Science, Engineering, Tech...
- Dates
- Apr 14-15, 2026
- Location
- Springfield, IL
- Deadline
- -
- Attendees
- 2,000
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About this conference
CareerSpark is a hands-on, interactive work and career readiness experience designed to spark students’ interest in the exciting careers in the Science, Engineering, Technology, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) fields. The event is tailored for 8th-grade students, aiming to provide opportunities for them to explore STEAM careers, showcase innovative schools, businesses, government initiatives, Illinois colleges and universities, labs, and organizations, and connect students with career professionals to foster digital literacy and interest in emerging technologies.
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Exhibitor opportunities are available at no fee, including free admission and parking. Organizations are invited to showcase innovative programs, products, and services fueled by STEAM. For additional information regarding exhibiting, contact DoIT.Steam@Illinois.gov.
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