ISEF Sponsorship

Join the exclusive group of forward-thinking corporations, foundations, organizations, and individuals that provide support for ISEF. ISEF sponsors and partners are essential to the success of the program and to the future of STEM.

About ISEF

The International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) is the world’s largest and most prestigious pre-college STEM research competition and talent pipeline. Each year, more than 170,000 students participate in more than 400 affiliated fairs across the globe to earn the chance to participate in ISEF. Of this group, 1,800 finalists – representing all 50 states and more than 70 countries and territories – earn the right to compete for millions of dollars in awards at ISEF. These competitors join an international network of highly accomplished alumni that includes 15 Nobel Laureates, 27 MacArthur Foundation Fellows, 13 National Medal of Science recipients, and hundreds of founders, CEOs and changemakers.

The auditorium at the Opening Ceremony of ISEF 2022. "Regeneron ISEF" is displayed on the massive screens onstage.

Benefits of Sponsorship:

  • Inspiring the more than 8,000 STEM leaders and innovators who attend ISEF
  • Increasing brand awareness and brand loyalty by connecting directly with the next generation of scientific and engineering leaders
  • Driving media coverage and social media impressions around your company or organization’s commitment to STEM
  • Accessing unique employee engagement opportunities
  • Developing unique, individual relationships with global talent in 70 countries, regions, and territories through the Society’s network of 400 affiliated science fairs. This network is the backbone and foundation of ISEF and consists of 300 fairs in the United States and 100 internationally
ISEF signage at the LA Convention Center , Regeneron ISEF 2024 Los Angeles

Sponsorship Opportunities

  • ISEF finalists compete in 22 subject-area categories. Every year, each category is available for sponsorship.
  • Special events and activities, including: an Affiliated Fair Breakfast, Category Networking Sessions, and Student Mixer
  • Branding opportunities throughout the fair
  • World-class panels featuring luminaries of science, engineering, and technology

Please view our ISEF Sponsorship Book to learn more about available opportunities.

ISEF 2024 Los Angeles

Interested in becoming an ISEF sponsor or partner?

For more information, please email Shannon Giorgianni, Director of Philanthropic Partnerships, at sgiorgianni@societyforscience.org.

Join us at an upcoming ISEF!

Columbus, Ohio

Columbus, OH

May 10-16, 2025

Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix, AZ

May 9-15, 2026

Special Award Organizations

 

Each year, more than 40 professional organizations, representing government, industry and education across a wide variety of scientific disciplines, affiliate with ISEF as Special Award Organizations to provide named awards from their respective organizations at a dedicated awards ceremony. Special Award Organizations provide their own judges who choose the winners of their awards. This provides opportunities for students to be recognized beyond the 22 categories of the Grand Awards. Further, Special Awards allows participating companies and organizations to publicly illustrate their commitment to STEM education.

Learn more about Special Award Organizations here. Please contact Jackie Ludden Nardelli if your organization is interested in becoming a Special Award Organization.

ISEF 2024 Los Angeles - Special Awards Ceremony - SAO Awards

2024 Special Award Organizations

Society for Science would like to thank these Special Award Organizations for partnering with us at ISEF 2024.

If your institution or organization is seeking a unique opportunity to engage with top international high school STEM talent, the STEM College & Career Fair at Regeneron ISEF provides the perfect platform. Each year, numerous colleges, universities, and organizations connect with some of the brightest young scientific minds from around the globe, offering them insights into the programs, resources, and opportunities available at your institution. Participating in this prestigious event allows you to showcase what sets your organization apart and forge relationships with the next generation of STEM innovators.

Learn more here, and please contact Daryl Anderson for more information.

ISEF 2023 - Dallas, TX - STEM College & Career Fair - International Science and Engineering Fair