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Open daily - 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
The USS Requin is closed due to poor air quality.
Tour Your Future offers an exciting opportunity for youth ages 11–17 to connect with STEM professionals and get an insider’s look at their workplaces. Participants will tour organizations such as Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics, Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, University of Pittsburgh, and more, experiencing firsthand what it’s like to work in various STEM fields.
All youth, ages 11–17, are welcome to attend this guided career exploration. Pre-registration is required. Register online for available tours using the links below or call 412.237.3400.
Tours are offered on select dates. Please check back, as new dates are added throughout the year.
100 Delta Drive, Pittsburgh PA 15238
July 8, 2026
10 a.m.–Noon
$15 per student
Cook MyoSite is a life science company with a focus on regenerative medicine. Our mission is to make regenerative medicine a part of everyday medicine, and our vision is to be the most trusted name in muscle cell technology. Cook MyoSite is currently pursuing FDA approval for iltamiocel, our muscle cell technology, and to date our clinical programs have enrolled more than 700 participants. During their visit to Cook MyoSite’s laboratory facilities, students will get to tour an active aseptic biologics manufacturing laboratory and get to meet current life sciences professionals.
Doherty Hall, 281 Hamerschlag Dr., Pittsburgh, PA 15213
July 9, 2026
10 a.m.–Noon
$15 per student
During this visit, students will get a glimpse into the fascinating field of Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) through an interactive demonstration of metal heat treatment and strength/fracture surface characterization. Students will get to meet a few graduate students, see some of the Carnegie Mellon MSE lab spaces/equipment, help treat and break metals, and look at broken samples under an electron microscope! Because we will be working in lab spaces, we require participants to wear long pants, closed-toe shoes, and have long hair tied back for this event.
July 30, 2026
10 a.m.–Noon
$15 per student
Chemistry is hiding in plain sight all around you. Chemical laboratory technicians do the invisible work of inventing and improving the things you use every day, from cars and paints to cushions and sidewalks, right here in Pittsburgh. Learn how you can become a Chemical Laboratory Technician at Bidwell Training Center through a morning of hands-on experiments in our fully equipped, working chemistry lab. Bidwell Training Center provides no-cost technical training for Pennsylvania adults in fields such as chemistry, healthcare, culinary arts, and horticulture. To participate in the lab activity, students must wear full-length pants, fully enclosed shoes (sneakers are fine), and pull their hair back.
Aug. 5, 2026
10 a.m.–Noon
$15 per student
Come to a day of aviation education exploration! You will get a behind-the-scenes look at how an airport operates and meet professionals from different fields, like pilots, air traffic controllers, airport manager, fire safety personnel, and aircraft technicians. You will hear from individuals sharing what their job involves, how they got started, and what they love most about working in aviation. You will get to tour of a hangar and see students learning about the aviation maintenance field. It will be a full day of discovery to many exciting career paths in aviation and inspiration for anyone interested in the skies!
Aug. 13, 2026
10 a.m.–Noon
$15 per student
Step inside Waltz Mill with Westinghouse Women in Nuclear and see where the future of clean energy comes to life through the work that keeps operating nuclear power plants safe, reliable, and running at peak performance. This tour showcases the real careers behind nuclear maintenance, from engineers solving complex challenges, to technicians executing precision work, to planners coordinating critical outages and upgrades. Discover how your skills can power a career that supports clean energy, national infrastructure, and some of the most advanced technology in the world.
Sept. 18, 2026
10 a.m.–1 p.m.
$15 per student
Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a teacher, principal, or educational leader? Join us at Point Park University’s School of Education to explore the exciting world of education and discover how educators make a difference in the lives of students every day. During this interactive visit, students will learn about careers in education, explore a college campus in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh, and meet current college students and faculty members. Participants will take part in hands-on activities that highlight how teachers design engaging lessons, using creativity to support learning, and solve real-world challenges in today’s classrooms. Students will tour key campus locations, hear about the college experience, learn about various career pathways in education, and gain insight into how educators help shape future generations. Whether you are interested in teaching, coaching, leadership, working with children, or simply curious about college life, this visit will provide an inside look at the opportunities available in the field of education and beyond.
Sat., Sept. 20
10 a.m.-Noon
$13 per student
The group will meet members of the Beaver Valley Chapter of U.S. Women in Nuclear (USWIN), as well as, members of our Training Department. The students will spend some time in our Control Room Simulator. They will be able to witness simulated Control Room situations and manipulate controls in a simulator like our Operators do in the real Plant Control Room. The students will have the opportunity to visit a classroom and have a brief discussion with some of the employees here at the station to learn about different professions within the nuclear industry.
Website: https://vistracorp.com/ 
This program is a part of the Center for STEM Education and Career Development.
This program is a part of the Center for STEM Education and Career Development.
Generously supported by Richard King Mellon Foundation
Can I go on a tour? Tours are open to individuals and groups ages 11–17. Pre-registration is required. Since capacity is very limited, please ensure you can attend before registering.
What will I do on a tour? Typical tours include a guided tour of the host site’s facility, a Q&A session with STEM professionals, and a hands-on activity related to the work done at the host site.
. To request a scholarship for a school group, please fill out this application . What if the tour is filled? If the tour you’re interested in is filled, please call 412.237.3400 to be added to the waitlist. You will be notified if spaces become available.
to host a Tour Your Future event at your place of work. Participants must cancel their spot at least one week in advance if they are unable to attend. If any participant is a no-call no-show two times during a semester, that participant will be unable to register for future tours.
