"Our mission is to inspire and support students to connect to technology education and career opportunities through corporate, community and academic partnerships."
Young women in high school can earn honors from the National Center for Women & IT (NCWIT) for their computing-related interests and achievements. Entrants are required to describe their computing activities and experience as well as career path among other items including several short answer questions.
Recipients receive engraved awards for themselves and their school and opportunities that include scholarships and internships. The application deadline is November 2, 2014 and parent approvals/educator endorsements are due November 7, 2014.
Visit NCWIT's website for additional details and to submit an application.