The Academic Learning Internships and Faculty Training (A-LIFT) team at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory designs and delivers experiential learning programs for K–12, undergraduate, post baccalaureate, graduate students, and faculty. Our mission is to inspire, equip, and connect the next generation of scientists, engineers, and researchers through hands-on opportunities, mentorship, and engagement with cutting-edge science.
By merging K-12 educational programs with workforce training, A-LIFT creates seamless career pathways for all stages of STEM involvement. In this interview, A-LIFT Director Faith Dukes highlights the office's role in cultivating future talent and promoting community engagement to elevate the Lab's impact on science and technology.