San Jose State Summer Camps | Coding, Robotics, STEM | Kids & Teens

San Jose State University

San Jose, CA

20+ years of expertise and 450,000 alumni
Rockstar instructors trained in person
An elite tech experience
iD Small Class Guarantee™
In-demand curriculum + skill certification
Freedom to make unlimited changes

At iD Tech, kids and teens of all skill levels discover coding, AI, machine learning, film, robotics, and game design, developing the in-demand skills needed to compete at Silicon Valley companies like Apple, Google, Nvidia, PayPal, Adobe, and more. US News & World Report has ranked SJSU as one of their top 5 public schools.

For over 20 years, we’ve guaranteed small class sizes, the best tech-savvy staff, and forward-thinking curriculum, producing stunning results. When you want the best, it’s iD Tech or nothing.

Prices, courses, and dates

Brian M.
Software Engineer
at Disney

Aspen C.
Associate Designer
at Bethesda Softworks

Caitlyn M.
Technical Artist
at Volvo

Cody R.
Senior Software Engineer
at Airbnb

Brian M.
Software Engineer at Disney

Education:
RIT - Animation & Software Engineering

Instructor at:
iD Tech held at Pace University

"The opportunity to create an environment of collaboration, inclusion, and creativity was a truly special experience. The skills I honed while teaching at iD Tech led me to my software engineering roles at ESPN and the Walt Disney Company."

Aspen C.
Associate Designer at Bethesda Softworks

Education:
DU - Bachelors in CS
and Game Design
SMU - Masters in Game Design

Instructor at:
iD Tech held at DU

"The spirit of innovation and creativity I felt around my students while teaching Unity led me toward my career as a professional game designer. My time at iD Tech taught me that no dream is too big, and that brilliant ideas can come from anywhere.”

Caitlyn M.
Technical Artist at Volvo

Education:
SCAD - Game Design

Instructor at:
iD Tech held at UNC - Chapel Hill, NC State, and more

"Working at iD Tech meant giving back the amazing experience I had as a camper. iD Tech is a place of inclusivity and innovation, and there’s never a dull day with all the creative ideas that get shared around!"

Cody R.
Senior Software Engineer at Airbnb

Education:
University of Florida - Digital Arts & Sciences

Instructor at:
iD Tech in Cambridge

"I never imagined that a summer job could have such a lasting impact on my career. Teaching kids to develop video games was extremely gratifying, and it reinforced my love of programming. The skills I honed at iD Tech led me to become an engineer at Amazon then Airbnb."

Learn from a tech rockstar

We recruit the same carefully-vetted talent sought by companies like Google, Apple, EA, and Disney. They hire who we hire.

The highest standards

When your child attends iD Tech, they’re in safe, capable hands. Our family company has spent over 20 years perfecting your stress-free summer:

Top talent recruited from elite universities
Meticulous background and reference checks
CPR/First Aid certification
In-person training
All-adult instructors (no high schoolers or CITs)
Adherence to American Camp Association accredited guidelines

Courses available at this location

Learn AI. Code video games. Engineer robots. We teach the in-demand skills you just can't get in school.

Coding

Code a game or app, experiment with AI, explore data science, and discover the secrets of cyber security.

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Game Dev

Create worlds, mod your favorite titles, design 3D levels, and learn the cycle of game production.

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Robotics

Bring robots to life with code, work with sensors and microcontrollers, and delve into autonomous driving.

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Creative

Produce and stream videos, edit photos, create digital music, design 3D models, and kick-start your portfolio.

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Your tuition includes:

The hottest software and hardware
Innovate like a pro with the latest tools from Adobe, Epic Games, Autodesk, VEX, Sphero, Roblox, and more.

iD Small Class Guarantee™
Experience personalized learning with 10 students max per instructor.

Gamified learning for long-term success
Achieve L10 status on The iD Tech Pathway™ and stand out to colleges and future employers.

Official iD Tech diploma and skill certification
Get meaningful recognition for your skills and boost your portfolio.

12 online iD Master Classes ($300 value)
Gain exclusive industry insights from tech icons all year long. Free with all summer programs.

Limited edition iD Tech t-shirt
Rep your camp spirit year round.

Stress-free flexibility
Make unlimited changes (no fees) up to 14 days before your session starts.

Extended hours at no extra charge
Day programs run from 8:30am to 5:30pm.

Where you'll be

San Jose State University

San Jose, CA 95192

Experience the ideal balance of STEM learning and summer fun at our San Jose summer camps held at SJSU. Founded in 1857, SJSU is known for being the oldest public school of higher education in the state, and boasts a beautifully urban campus located in the heart of downtown.

The 154-acre campus occupies 19 city blocks in bustling San Jose, the 10th largest city in the U.S. The campus also holds the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Library, the first library to be funded, managed, and operated jointly by a city and a university. As the number one supplier of education, engineering, computer science, and business graduates to Silicon Valley, the world’s high tech capital, San Jose State University is an ideal addition to our lineup of iD Tech locations. Come explore campus!

Learn more about SJSU here.

Specialized programs at this location

Ages 7-17, co-ed • $$ • Beg-adv

150+ campus locations • Weeklong

5-star reviews

Take it from pros who know tech, parents who know their kids, and students who have experienced the iD Tech difference.

"The instructor had a very positive attitude and was enthusiastic. My child had a positive experience every day."

"The staff was great and energetic. The food and accommodations were nice. I enjoyed the coding experience too, and the learning engine we used."

"Coming from a small town seven hours away from the university, iD Tech Camps are well worth the drive and experience for my son! Thank you to the instructors and founders for this amazing opportunity!"

"iD Tech is amazing, everyone is super nice. I feel like I want to stay another week!"