From the devices in our pockets to the bridges we drive across, from clean water systems to lifesaving medical innovations, engineering touches every part of our lives. That’s why each year, Engineers Week is a time to celebrate the people who make all this possible—and to inspire the next generation of problem-solvers.
This year’s theme, Transform Your Future, is a powerful reminder that engineering doesn’t just shape our world—it shapes our opportunities, our communities, and the futures we can imagine for ourselves and our children.
And it starts with you.
Why Engineers Week Matters
Engineers Week (February 22─28, 2026) is more than a celebration of a profession—it’s a movement to show young people that engineering is creative, collaborative, and most importantly, open to everyone. When students see how engineering can make a real difference—and when they see people who look like them in those roles—they begin to believe: this could be my future, too.
How You Can Get Involved
Parents and caregivers:
- Spark curiosity with simple engineering activities at home—like building a bridge from paper or designing and building a boat from aluminum foil that holds as many pennies as possible.
- Talk to your kids about how engineering is creative. It’s a field where independent thinkers thrive—where problem-solving, new ideas, and teamwork lead to exciting, unexpected discoveries. Encourage them to see engineering not just as technical, but as imaginative and full of possibility.
- Encourage your kids to ask, “Why does it work that way?” and explore the answers together.
Educators:
- Integrate a hands-on engineering challenge into your classroom—even one hour makes a difference.
- Invite an engineer (virtually or in-person) to talk with your students about their work.
- Create a “thank an engineer” wall or spotlight different engineering careers throughout the week.
STEM volunteers and professionals:
- Visit a classroom or afterschool program to share what engineers do and why it matters.
- Volunteer as a mentor or judge for programs like Future City, where middle and high school students imagine and design sustainable cities of tomorrow. It’s a powerful way to see young people light up with possibility.
- Talk about engineering in ways that resonate. Students often don’t know what engineering is—or assume it’s only for math whizzes or people with four-year degrees. Shift the narrative by sharing that:
- Engineering is creative—a perfect fit for independent thinkers and imaginative problem-solvers.
- Engineering is open to everyone—from technicians with associate degrees to engineers with advanced training, teams are built from diverse educational paths.
DiscoverE’s Messages Matter research shows that when we change how we talk about engineering, we can change what students think about engineering.
Together, We Can Build a Better Tomorrow
Whether you’re a teacher, parent, volunteer, or someone who believes in the power of possibility, Engineers Week is your chance to help transform the future—one curious mind at a time.
Let’s celebrate engineers. Let’s engage students. Let’s show the world that engineering transforms lives—and futures.