Make48 at iSTREAM
48 hours. One real product.
Make48 is a national invention competition and TV series where teams have 48 hours to turn an idea into a real product prototype and pitch it to judges. It blends STEM education, entrepreneurship, and rapid prototyping in a fast-paced challenge.
iSTREAM and Make48
First in New Jersey
iSTREAM is proud to be the first organization in New Jersey to participate in the nationally recognized Make48 Program — a fast-paced, hands-on innovation challenge where students design, build, and pitch real solutions.
Last season
Burlington City High School
We partnered with Burlington City High School, giving students an unforgettable opportunity to collaborate, create, and compete in a professional-level invention experience.
The format
Idea to prototype
Teams work against a 48-hour clock with mentors from industry and higher education, then pitch to a panel of judges.
The result
Confidence you can see
Students leave with a working prototype, a pitch they delivered, and a clearer picture of what they can do next.
Gallery
Pictures from our last session in April 2026
For schools
Join the next Make48 challenge
If your school is interested in joining the Make48 challenge, contact us. The fall 2026 deadline has passed, and we are building the next season’s schedule now.
Tell us your grade range and estimated team size and we will follow up with dates, materials, and mentor support.
School inquiry
For mentors
Join the Make48 mentor team
If you live in New Jersey and want to be part of the Make48 Program with iSTREAM, we would love to have you join our mentorship team for the next Make48 Pitch. It is an incredible opportunity to support young innovators as they design, build, and pitch real solutions.
Your move
Help a student see what is possible.
Join a program, sponsor a seat, or give a few hours as a mentor. Every pathway starts with one door opening.