The MTI isn’t just another FIRST Tech Challenge robotics tournament.
The 2026 competition marked a decade of bringing together the best in FTC. Forty-three teams from 21 U.S. states, Romania, and the UAE competed over two intense days.
The field delivered the season's best performances outright, setting new season highs in total score, autonomous play, and driver-controlled scoring — nearly half of the DECODE season's top 50 matches were played at MTI, across ten different alliances.
Records fell. Excellence rose. Ten years in, MTI proved once again why it stands apart as a destination for teams ready to compete at the highest level.
Mark our 10th anniversary in style. Discover new gear crafted for the occasion, plus fresh merch showing off our new look.
The eleventh MTI is set for June 25-27, 2027 at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory
Our Mission
The mission of the Multinational Tech Invitational (formally the Maryland Tech Invitational) is to bring together FIRST® Tech Challenge (FTC) teams from the region, nation and around the world who have demonstrated excellence in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) for a high quality competitive tournament.
MTI is committed to supporting the continued participation of FTC teams. Through grants and in-kind awards applied toward future seasons, MTI helps teams sustain momentum beyond the competition. Since its inception in 2017, MTI has contributed more than $50,000 in direct support to FTC teams. This impact is made possible through the generosity of our sponsors and partners, whose continued support strengthens the FTC community.
In addition to competition, MTI supports students’ exploration of STEM careers through a dedicated STEM Exposition and Intern Networking Program, connecting students with industry professionals, real-world applications, and future pathways in technology and engineering.
The Multinational Tech Invitational gratefully thanks the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory for welcoming the MTI to the Kossiakoff Center and for their continued support through the MTI Intern Networking Program and STEM Expo. Together, MTI and JHU/APL inspire and empower the next generation of STEM leaders.
Thank you to goBILDA for supporting MTI since 2017. Their long-standing commitment has played a meaningful role in shaping an elite competition experience and inspiring students to build, innovate, and collaborate at the highest level.
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