The energy industry needs professionals with an interest in electric power, energy efficiency, and renewable energy. Energy professionals ensure our daily power needs are met, drive national infrastructure development, and lead the rapid transition to clean, resilient power sources. Would you like to be more informed about the energy industry and have fun with this Catalyst Program led by Georgia Power professionals?

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Interior designers enjoy a blend of creativity, spatial planning, color psychology, and material selection. Their designs reaches far beyond choosing furniture or wall colors. They create spaces that are both functional, mentally, and aesthetically pleasing. Explore this field with SPIKE Studio Catalyst Program partner, Perkins & Will and participate in an interesting student activity with the interior designers at their firm.

Do you love nature, biology, engineering, art, and design? Consider the field of landscape architecture. This field involves the planning, design, management, and cultivation of natural environments and outdoor spaces that complement the buildings and structures on a site. Capitalizing on beautiful fall weather, this Catalyst program, led by our partner, HGOR, features an informative student activity and will held outside.

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Graphic design is the practice of using visuals to communicate ideas. Visuals, such as logos and colors in interior and exterior spaces, can help to build a company's unique name, symbol, or reputation. Branding and graphic design are essential to business success. Enjoy exploring this exciting field, talking with a graphic designer, and participating in an interesting student activity at the office of our Catalyst Partner, PRAXIS3.

Are you interested in real estate development or allied fields such as construction, civil engineering and architecture? Do you want to find out more about one of Atlanta's biggest most significant projects that was a hub of activity during the 2026 FIFA World Cup? Have fun learning about the real estate development field, hearing from real estate professionals at the firm, and touring this project in the heart of Downtown Atlanta with CIM Group professionals.

Structural engineers work on projects that have a long-term impact on our lives. The professionals design buildings - from residential to commercial buildings - as well as bridges, dams, towers, tunnels, and specialized infrastructure like offshore platforms and amusement parks to ensure that they are safe to use. Do you enjoy science, math, physics, working with different materials, problem-solving, and creativity? You will appreciate this program!

Summer Academy Preview Event

SPIKE Studio Spark is where it all begins! Join us for a sneak peek into this year’s Summer Academy, a one-week hands-on immersive experience at Georgia Tech.

This year, students will come up with innovative solutions for the Alonzo Herndon Stadium with the support and guidance of AEC industry professionals.

Be the first to see what’s new, what’s next, and what’s coming.

Are you interested in building and maintaining the built environment—from homes and office buildings to parks and so much more? JE Dunn Construction employs professionals such as project engineers, field engineers, construction workers, and so much more. Would you like to have fun learning more about the construction field from JE Dunn Construction professionals, participate in a fun and informative activity, and build future connections? This program will benefit you!

This monthly two-hour program partners leading industry professionals across Atlanta with middle and high school students for dynamic, hands-on learning of the built environment.

Participants will enjoy insight about iconic architecture and an inspiring student activity from the architectural and design firm TVS during this Catalyst Program. We want to inspire your students to think brilliantly and design boldly with architecture! The iconic work of TVS can be found at the Chick-Fil-A College Football Hall of Fame, the King and Queen Towers along Interstate 285, the largest skyscraper under construction in Atlanta, and the new Tennessee Titans NFL Nissan Stadium. A tour of the TVS offices will follow this Catalyst Program.

Gain insight about entrepreneurship from three accomplished firm leaders and entrepreneurs in the architectural and engineering fields. During this Catalyst Program, students will learn more about starting, managing, and growing their own firm from the owners of Goode Van Slyke Architecture, Shear Structural, and Hammond Engineering, and they'll enjoy a fun, hands-on activity. Attendees are welcome to stay past 12 pm for a brief office tour of our host firm, Goode Van Slyke Architecture.

This monthly two-hour program partners leading industry professionals across Atlanta with middle and high school students for dynamic, hands-on learning of the built environment.

Build your knowledge of architecture and explore the art, science, and importance of well-designed spaces with the November Catalyst session hosted by Perkins & Will. Students will gain a deeper appreciation for this dynamic field and enjoy a fun, educational activity led by volunteers from one of Atlanta’s most respected architecture and design firms. Participants will have the opportunity for a mini-tour of the firm’s award-winning building.