Birmingham Covington School Autonomous Car Engineering Project

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  • location-icon Birmingham Covington School 1525 Covington Rd Bloomfield Hills MI 48301
  • clock-icon March 16-April 30, 2026
  • clock-icon Sign Up By: April 28, 2026

Description
Students in Bloomfield Hills,MI will be participating in the award-winning SAE International A World in Motion® (AWIM®) program’s Computerized Driver Challenge.
With dates ranging in March and April, we will connect you with the contacts necessary to solidify volunteer details.

Additional information will be released upon submitting your application.

Birmingham Covington School
March 16-April 30th

Mondays:   
8:30 AM - 9:20 AM - 7th grade    
10:22 AM -10:59 AM - 6th grade Class One     
12:42 PM -1:19 PM - 6th grade Class Two

Wednesdays:
8:30 AM - 9:20 AM - 7th grade                                                           
12:42 PM - 1:19 PM - 6th grade Class Three

Fridays:     
8:30 AM - 9:20 AM - 7th grade   
10:22 AM -10:59 AM - 6th grade Class two       
12:42 PM - 1:19 PM - 6th grade Class three


As a volunteer, you will be responsible for mentoring and overseeing students as they navigate the AWIM Challenge. You will build real-world connections to concepts and skills that students are learning and serve as a role model for students by sharing your experiences. As such, you will have the chance to influence and enhance the ways in which our youth are prepared to meet the challenges of the future. For a short-term, flexible time commitment, you can make learning fun, help students discover the exciting application of science and math principles, and share information about rewarding careers in your chosen profession. 


Volunteer

ALL volunteers must complete the required volunteer school clearances and procedures .
Volunteers are responsible for emailing the volunteer lead as early as possible to establish contacts and coordinate on the specific dates and times to attend classes to support.

Please complete the following forms to volunteer.
https://forms.office.com/r/P63uCLPfMX


What is AWIM?

AWIM is an inquiry-based, hands-on learning experience that brings STEM concepts to life, providing students with knowledge and skills to help them succeed in future education, careers, and life. Starting with the youngest learners, from preschool through 12th grade, AWIM combines practical, experiential learning with mentorship from industry volunteers and ongoing training and support for educators to advance equitable access to STEM. 

Visit www.sae.org/awim to learn more!


IMPORTANT:
The information that you submit will be used for coordination, communications, and post-event evaluation for this volunteer opportunity. Data will only be shared with users who require this information, which may include SAE staff, funding partners, and educators. We minimize data collection and sharing. You may opt out of volunteer communications at any time by emailing [email protected] “opt-out volunteer NAME”. By submitting this form, you acknowledge your understanding and consent

Qualifications

Requirements:
Must bring an ID to the school to get access to the classrooms

Summary
  • Published on: March 16, 2026
  • Published by: Amanda Kibler
  • Timeframe: Specific Dates
  • Location Type: Local Participation Only (no remote)
  • Membership Restriction: Open to All (No SAE Membership Required)
  • Volunteers Needed: 2
Tags
AWIM - A World In Motion