Opportunity Guide I Summer, Enrichment & Activities Guide

For a child interested in discovering more about the STEM subject areas - science, technology, engineering and math - there are numerous school-based, out-of-school and summer enrichment programs where she can build skills and have fun. From joining a math circle to competing in math competitions, there are many math-based extracurricular activities to discover and enjoy. If your child is tech-minded and loves figuring out how things work, look for engineering, robotics, and computer classes to engage her imagination. If her interest is in the laboratory sciences, there are many unique, hands-on after school science programs themed around particular areas of science that often include hands-on lab experiences. A child who is passionate about and excels in any of the STEM subject areas will find increasingly rigorous and selective opportunities available to her.



  1. Adopt-a-Physicist Program
    Adopt-a-Physicist connects high school physics students to real physics graduates who are eager to share their stories. Working in areas ranging from particle physics research to freelance writing,… Read more
  2. AgDiscovery
    AgDiscovery is a summer outreach program to help teenagers explore careers in plant and animal science, wildlife management, agribusiness, and much more! The program allows students to live on a… Read more
  3. AI4ALL (Artificial Intelligence for All) Summer Education Programs
    AI4All believes that some of the best ideas come from the voices you don’t often hear. Its supportive and rigorous summer education programs are an entry point into artificial intelligence and… Read more
  4. American Chemical Society Project SEED
    More than 350 institutions have sponsored more than 11,000 high school students since Project SEEDs inception almost 50 years ago. Since 1968, Project SEED has helped more than 11,000 economically… Read more
  5. American Society of Naval Engineers - FLEET Competitions
    FLEET is a web-based science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) competition that is free to U.S. students in grades nine through twelve. FLEET utilizes the youth friendly model of gamification… Read more
  6. Army Educational Outreach Program (AEOP) - High School Apprenticeship Program (HSAP)
    At The High School Apprenticeship Program students work alongside university researchers for an authentic science and engineering experience sponsored by the Army Research Office. HSAP provides… Read more
  7. Army Educational Outreach Program (AEOP) Junior Solar Sprint (JSS)
    Junior Solar Sprint (JSS) is a free educational program for 5th through 8th grade students where students design, build and race solar powered cars using hands-on engineering skills and principles of… Read more
  8. Army Educational Outreach Program (AEOP) - Research & Engineering Apprenticeship Program (REAP)
    Research & Engineering Apprenticeship Program is a summer research apprenticeships at area colleges and universities for students historically underserved in STEM. This is a non-residential… Read more
  9. ASM Materials Education Foundation Camps
    SM Materials Camp excites and engages young, aspiring minds. Camps are offered at no cost to attendees thanks to the generous contributions to ASM Materials Education Foundation. Our student camp… Read more
  10. AwesomeMath Summer Program
    An intensive summer camp for mathematically gifted students from around the globe. It is designed for bright middle and high school students who wish to hone their problem solving skills in… Read more
  11. BEST (Boosting Engineering Science and Technology) Robotics Competition
    BOOST is a middle and high school-based robotics competition where teams compete head-to-head. Each year a new challenge is chosen based on real-world issues.  Winners of local competitions may… Read more
  12. Brown Pre-College Programs: On Location Programs
    Brown Pre-College Location-Based Programs are immersive and rigorous academic experiences with selected course content and learning locations designed to prepare students for the increasingly complex… Read more
  13. #BUILTBYGIRLS
    Engineering is a huge part of what powers a tech company, but let’s make one thing clear: the career possibilities in tech are varied and endless. #BUILTBYGIRLS gives high school and college women… Read more
  14. Congressional App Challenge (CAC)
    Members of the U.S. House of Representatives host a district-wide Congressional App Challenges for middle school and high school students, encouraging them to learn to code and inspiring them to… Read more
  15. Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) Student Programs
    The United States Intelligence Community offers students a wide variety of excellent programs at the DIA to get a jumpstart on a career in intelligence. Academic Semester Internship Program: Academic… Read more
  16. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Internship Program
    The USDA Pathways Program provides students enrolled in a wide variety of educational institutions, and recent graduates programs with opportunities to explore USDA careers in the agricultural… Read more
  17. U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Agricultural Library Internships
    The National Agricultural Library is always looking for bright, talented people to help us develop innovative services, programs, and exhibits. Internships and volunteer opportunities are available… Read more
  18. Digital Media Academy
    Launched by tech educators at Stanford University, Digital Media Academy camps are the best place for students to get their start as designers, developers, programmers, engineers, animators,… Read more
  19. Digital Media Academy
    It’s our mission to foster a learning community of diversity and excellence through memorable and innovative educational experiences led by the highest-quality instructors; building skills and… Read more
  20. Duke University Talent Identification Program (Duke TIP)
    The Duke University Talent Identification Program (Duke TIP) is a nonprofit organization that has served over 2.8 million academically talented students in grades four through twelve since 1980. Each… Read more
  21. Earthwatch Institute
    TEEN EXPEDITIONS Earthwatch knows that young people understand their role in tackling today’s most pressing environmental concerns. So we’re empowering them to be part of the solution. Earthwatch… Read more
  22. Earthwatch Institute Student Fellowship Programs
    Every year, generous foundations, corporations, and individuals concerned about our future leaders provide funding for Earthwatch fellowships for students. Fellowship funding is critical to make it… Read more
  23. Emagination Tech Camps
    Emagination is summer camp for kids who love technology! Sessions are two-weeks long so campers have time to become part of a community and make lasting friendships. Many campers attend multiple… Read more
  24. EngineerGirl Essay Contest
    Every year, the EngineerGirl website sponsors a contest dealing with engineering and its impact on our world.  The topic and detailed instructions for the contest are posted in the fall with a… Read more
  25. Envision
    Since 1985, Envision’s immersive career exploration and leadership development programs have inspired more than 800,000 students. Located at top college campuses across the country, Envision programs… Read more
  26. The Experiment in International Living
    The Experiment in International Living is the nation’s most experienced and respected provider of international education and experiential learning for high school students. For 85 years, our summer… Read more
  27. EXPLO Summer Programs
    EXPLO summer programs allows students to investigate subjects they’re not likely to encounter during the school year. Our courses aren’t for credit and are ungraded. They encourage students to step… Read more
  28. Fluor Engineering Challenge
    Every year, in partnership with Science Buddies, Fluor transforms one of its own internal employee engineering challenges into a student-centric challenge in time for Engineers Week (in February).… Read more
  29. Gains in the Education of Mathematics and Science (GEMS)
    Gains in the Education of Mathematics and Science (GEMS) is an Army-sponsored, summer STEM enrichment program for middle and high school students that takes place in participating Army research… Read more
  30. GEMS (Girls Excelling in Math and Science)
    GEMS (Girls Excelling in Math and Science) has been working since 1994 to increase interest in STEM for girls in elementary and middle school and to expose girls to the fun and wonder of these… Read more
  31. The Gills Club
    The Gills Club is Atlantic White Shark Conservancy's STEM-based education initiative dedicated to connecting girls with female scientists from around the world, sharing knowledge, and inspiring shark… Read more
  32. Girls Who Code - Campus
    Girls Who Code is introducing a brand new summer program called Girls Who Code Campus to reach even more girls across the nation. Campus offers beginner and advanced courses for middle and high… Read more
  33. Girls Who Code - School Clubs
    Girls Who Code offers free after-school programs for 3rd-5th and 6th-12th grade girls to join our sisterhood of supportive peers and role models using computer science to change the world. Join a… Read more
  34. Girls Who Code - Summer Immersion Program
    Each week of the program covers projects related to computer science, such as art, storytelling, robotics, video games, web sites, and apps. You’ll also hear from guest speakers, participate in… Read more
  35. Google's Computer Science Summer Institute (CSSI)
    Kick start your university studies in computer science with an unforgettable summer program at Google. Google's Computer Science Summer Institute (CSSI) is a three-week introduction to computer… Read more
  36. Howard University NOAA CAREERS Weather Camp
    The primary goal of the NCAS CAREERS Weather Camps is to cultivate and expand the pool of the young environmental scholars, who will become the next generation leaders in geosciences and geoscience… Read more
  37. Hutton Junior Fisheries
    Biology Program
    The Hutton Junior Fisheries Biology Program is a paid summer internship and mentoring program for high school students, and is sponsored by the American Fisheries Society (AFS).Selected students… Read more
  38. IDEA MATH
    The IDEA MATH program has been created to help able students to excel in learning math (with much more depth and breadth). In our programs, students will be able to expand their knowledge and to… Read more
  39. Illinois Institute of Technology Bridge Building Contest
    The construction and testing of model bridges promotes the study and application of fundamental principles physics and also helps high school students develop "hands on" skills through bridge… Read more
  40. Inspiring Girls Expeditions - Girls on Ice
    Join our team! Each year we select expedition teams of 8-9 teenage girls and 3 instructors to spend 12 days exploring and learning about glaciers and the alpine or marine environment. Through… Read more
  41. Institute of Competition Sciences (ICS) - Listing of academic competitions
    ICS maintains a listing of hundreds of academic competitions in order for students to get ranked in their ICS Global Academic Champions Ranking. Since 2012, ICS has been defining best-practices in… Read more
  42. John Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth
    The world leader in gifted education since 1979, Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth is a nonprofit dedicated to identifying and developing the talents of academically advanced pre-college… Read more
  43. MIT PRIMES
    PRIMES: Program for Research in Mathematics, Engineering and Science for High School Students PRIMES includes three sections: MIT PRIMES is a free year-long after-school program that offers research… Read more
  44. NASA Opportunities for Students
    NASA list of current opportunities for students, including: internships, competitions, workshops, fellowships and other opportunities.
  45. The NASA Pathways Intern Employment Program (IEP)
    The NASA Pathways Intern Employment Program (IEP) is open to students that are currently enrolled or accepted for enrollment in a qualifying educational program. The Pathways IEP provides… Read more
  46. NASA STEM Engagement for Students
    A - Z list of programs and internship opportunities offered by NASA.
  47. National Academic Quiz Tournaments - Quiz Bowl
    Quiz bowl is a game in which two teams compete head-to-head to answer questions from all areas of knowledge, including history, literature, science, fine arts, current events, popular culture, sports… Read more
  48. National Geographic Student Expeditions
    National Geographic offers student travel programs around the world each summer that aim to inspire and educate middle school and high school students ages 13 and older. Get into the field on an… Read more
  49. National Institutes of Health (NIH) National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney (NIDDK) Short-Term Research Experience for Underrepresented Persons (STEP-UP)
    The STEP-UP Program provides hands-on summer research experience for high school and undergraduate students interested in exploring research careers. Program Highlights 8 to 10 weeks of full-time… Read more
  50. National Ocean Sciences Bowl
    The NOSB is an academic competition and program that addresses a national gap in environmental and earth sciences in public education by introducing high school students to and engaging them in ocean… Read more