Career Pathways Program at Explora

Overview

Explora offers over 200 interactive Explorations programs, benchmarked to the New Mexico State educational standards, for schools, homeschool groups, libraries, and community centers. These programs also are offered for adults and seniors. Each year, Explora facilitates more than 2,200 programs for over 70,000 people from all 33 New Mexico counties and from the surrounding states. Programs take place at Explora, at community sites, or virtually and can be offered in both English and Spanish.X Studio at Explora is Explora’s teen center where teens experiment, create, hang out, and learn.Explora’s Career Pathways Internship (CPI) program offers high school juniors and seniors a gateway to move beyond economic limitations and into intellectually stimulating, personally rewarding employment in STEAM jobs that serve the community, contributes to Explora's educational mission, and leads to expanded educational and career opportunities. First Year: Juniors focus on workforce training and STEAM education under mentorship, gaining skills in classroom management and visitor engagement. Second Year: Seniors deepen STEAM knowledge, engage with professionals, and plan for future steps like higher education or certifications.