FIRST North Carolina inspires the next generation of engineers, innovators and STEM leaders through the FIRST preK-12 award-winning robotics programs. More than robots, FIRST builds team players, STEM leaders and creative thinkers. FIRST - For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology - is filling the workforce pipeline with talented problem-solvers. FIRST North Carolina is dedicated to ensuring that every student in North Carolina has access to a high-quality FIRST experience.