- link Copy URL - [ Share on X ](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=Inspiring Future Innovators Through Hands-On STEM at AMD https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1318886?absolute=1&via=3blnews "Share on X") - [ Share on linkedin ](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1318886?absolute=1 "Share on Linkedin") - [ Share on facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1318886?absolute=1 "Share on Facebook") - [ email Share via email ](mailto:?subject=Inspiring Future Innovators Through Hands-On STEM at AMD&body=ESG News from AMD https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1318886?absolute=1 "Share via email") [Education & Workforce Development](/categories/education-workforce-development) # Inspiring Future Innovators Through Hands-On STEM at AMD ##### By: Ariah Rivera-Clemente, Program Manager, Community Impact, AMD Aug 14, 2026 1:45 PM ET Campaign: [Community Impact](/news/campaign/community-impact) ![students working on a project](https://3blcdn.com/styles/carousel_2x/s3/2026-08/inspiring-future-innovators_AMD_081326A_1786637869.png) At AMD, inspiring the next generation of innovators starts with creating opportunities for students to see themselves in STEM and AI careers. By connecting young learners with hands-on experiences and employees who can share their own career journeys, AMD helps make pathways into technology more visible, approachable and achievable. That commitment came to life recently when AMD welcomed more than 60 students from Breakthrough Central Texas to its Austin campus for a day of learning, discovery and hands-on STEM and AI exploration. Breakthrough Central Texas is a college access nonprofit that supports first-generation and underrepresented students from sixth grade through college. Now in its fourth year, the event brought together nearly 30 AMD employee volunteers who shared their time, experiences and expertise to help students explore technology careers and apply engineering concepts in a creative, collaborative setting. Students also heard from AMD employees, including a Breakthrough alum, who shared personal reflections on their education and career journeys, lessons learned along the way and encouragement for students as they begin imagining their own futures. The highlight of the day was a solar-powered car challenge, where students worked side by side with AMD volunteers to build, test and race their vehicles. The activity encouraged students to think critically, collaborate with teammates and troubleshoot design decisions in real time, while learning fundamental engineering concepts through a fun and accessible experience. “I think it’s important for AMD to invest in the future through opportunities like STEM education because it gets kids thinking about what they want to do with their future, whether they want to go to college, what they want to study and ultimately what kind of career they want to pursue,” said Roy Woody Jr., Associate Test Engineer at AMD. By connecting students with AMD employees and engaging STEM and AI experiences, the event helped make technology careers feel more tangible and accessible. Through relationships with organizations like Breakthrough Central Texas, AMD continues to support opportunities that help students explore new possibilities, build confidence, and imagine where their education can take them. Learn more about AMD STEM and AI initiatives at [www.amd.com/en/corporate/corporate-responsibility/digital-impact.html](http://www.amd.com/en/corporate/corporate-responsibility/digital-impact.html). ### Additional Media #### Images [ ![A student and an AMD volunteer working on a project](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_thumbnail_x2/public/images/inspiring-future-innovators_AMD_081326B.jpg?h=c5f5e628) ](/sites/default/files/images/inspiring-future-innovators_AMD_081326B.jpg "A student and an AMD volunteer working on a project") [ ![A student and an AMD volunteer working on a project](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_thumbnail_x2/public/images/inspiring-future-innovators_AMD_081326C.jpg?h=5d1a5f06) ](/sites/default/files/images/inspiring-future-innovators_AMD_081326C.jpg "A student and an AMD volunteer working on a project") [ ![students working on a project](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_thumbnail_x2/public/images/inspiring-future-innovators_AMD_081326D.jpg?h=bf5d81ba) ](/sites/default/files/images/inspiring-future-innovators_AMD_081326D.jpg "students working on a project") [![AMD Logo](/sites/default/files/Clients/AMDLogoRA18.JPG)](/profiles/amd) ### More from AMD ###### [Advancing With Purpose: Fostering Inclusion and Belonging](/news/advancing-purpose-fostering-inclusion-and-belonging) Jun 23, 2026 10:00 AM ET ###### [Advancing With Purpose: Scaling Environmental Sustainability](/news/advancing-purpose-scaling-environmental-sustainability) May 27, 2026 10:00 AM ET ###### [Our Power, Our Planet: AMDers Advance Earth Day 2026](/news/our-power-our-planet-amders-advance-earth-day-2026) May 18, 2026 3:35 PM ET ###### [Advancing with Purpose: Designing for Product Energy Efficiency](/news/advancing-purpose-designing-product-energy-efficiency) Apr 23, 2026 11:00 AM ET ###### [From Chips to Clusters: Scaling AI Efficiently by Design](/news/chips-clusters-scaling-ai-efficiently-design) Apr 22, 2026 9:00 AM ET ###### [The AMD Foundation Supports Future Engineers Through the Semiconductor Pathways Fund](/news/amd-foundation-supports-future-engineers-through-semiconductor-pathways-fund) Mar 31, 2026 11:55 AM ET ###### [AMD Named to 2026 JUST 100 List of America’s Most JUST Companies](/news/amd-named-2026-just-100-list-americas-most-just-companies) Mar 18, 2026 5:05 PM ET ###### [Advancing Community Impact: How AMDers Gave Back in 2025](/news/advancing-community-impact-how-amders-gave-back-2025) Jan 29, 2026 12:05 PM ET