FIRST Robotics Competition
More than robots
FIRST combines engineering, strategy, business, and teamwork in one of the world's most prestigious student experiences.
Global communityApplied STEAM educationYouth leadershipElite-level FRCGlobal communityApplied STEAM educationYouth leadershipElite-level FRC
What is FIRST
A platform for growth
Mechanical, programming, electronics, business, leadership, operations, brand, and impact: FIRST has room for every talent.
- Mechanical
- Design, assembly, and physical robot systems.
- Programming
- Code, sensors, automation, and robot control.
- Electronics
- Wiring, power, integration, and electrical systems.
- Business
- Sponsors, budget, and financial strategy.
- Leadership
- Organization, communication, and team direction.
- Operations
- Planning, logistics, and overall coordination.
- Brand
- Branding, social media, content, and public presence.
- Impact
- Outreach, community, and STEM promotion.
What is FRC
The most intense student robotics experience
FIRST Robotics Competition challenges students to design, manufacture, and program high-performance robots to compete every year in a new official game alongside thousands of teams worldwide.
- 6+
- Weeks of build season
- 1
- New game each year
- Global
- International community
- Real
- Applied engineering
What you learn
More than competing
- 01
CAD
Professional mechanical design.
- 02
Manufacturing
Real processes and fabrication.
- 03
Code
Software for physical systems.
- 04
Marketing
Brand, social media, and narrative.
- 05
Business
Relationships with partners and sponsors.
- 06
Leadership
Organization and decision-making.