DiscoverU’s Career Prep programs allow high school students and emerging adults to explore different career pathways and develop their skills to meet their future goals.

These interactive programs include career exploration, workplace etiquette, networking and mentorship, soft skills, and more. Events are updated quarterly.

Program Schedule

Astronaut Landing
Thursday, February 27, 2025 | 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. | Register Here
Otay Mesa-Nestor Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 5) & Middle School (Grades 6 - 8)

During this out-of-this-world field trip, travel back to 1969 to join the Apollo 11 crew for their historic flight to the moon. After creating a moonscape filled with rocks, craters and other moondusted obstacles, students will be challenged to design a Lunar Lander that will keep the astronauts safe as they prepare to take one small step for man and one giant leap for mankind. This is an in-person program.

Launchpad: Entreprenuership Boot Camp
Monday, March 3, 2025 - Friday, March 7, 2025 | 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Register Here
Mission Valley Library | High School (Grades 9 - 12)

Curious about entrepreneurship but not sure where to start? This 5-day course is designed for teens excited to learn about starting their own businesses. Learn how to create a viabile business idea, understand marketing and target customers, and develop an entrepreneurial strategy. The program culminates with a team pitch to expert judges from our startup community! Meals will be provided for all students. This program may include a field trip to a local business. This is an in-person program.

Marine Biologist Bay
Thursday, March 20, 2025 | 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. | Register Here
Otay Mesa-Nestor Library | Elementary School (Grades 3 - 5) & Middle School (Grades 6 - 8)

Take on the role of marine biologists as you learn about plankton, neutral buoyancy, and the amazing adaptations that help creatures thrive in the oceanic environs. Through teamwork and creativity, students will design and build their own models, slimy creations, testing and refining their ideas just like real scientists. This is an in-person program.