This competition is one which focuses on innovation, technology, and a desire to help the future. At the international BioGENEius challenge, which takes place in conjunction with the Biotechnology Industry Organization's (BIO) Annual International Convention, prominent guest speakers have been known to come, such as Arnold Schwarzenegger, Earvin "Magic" Johnson, and Michael J. Fox . This competition is excellent for projects which are relevant to the field of biotechnology. As one testimonial stated, "I think BioGENEius will definitely be a boost towards my career development just because the event exposed me to so many projects going on in the biotechnology industry around the world. It is advantageous just having the opportunity to talk with all the professionals and see how their lives are like. Furthermore, the BioGENEius program was an important component within the BIO Convention so plenty of the industry leaders were made aware of our (the students') presence and ability and hopefully the bedrock for networking will already have been set." The advantage of having the competition as a part of the BIO convention makes this a unique opportunity for high school students.

Typically, the deadline for submission of the application is around mid-February. Judges will review the application and select two finalists from each state. These finalists then go on to participate in the regional challenge around March/April. There are six regions - Northwest, Southwest, Northeast, Southeast, South Central, and Midwest. At the regional competition, participants will present their research to a panel of judges who will then select two finalists from each of the regions. These finalists go on to participate in the international BioGENEius challenge (typically in May). The first place winner receives a $7,500 cash award. Other awards include $5,000 for second place, $2,500 for third place, and $1,000 for fourth place. Each remaining finalist will receive a $500 Honorable Mention Award.