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. Albert Einstein College of Medicine Bronx HOPE
    Montefiore Health Opportunities Program (Monte-HOP) promotes, educates and encourages underserved youth to pursue careers within the health fields. Students will gain valuable knowledge and… Read more
  2. Alfred University Astronomy Camp
    This co-ed, overnight summer camp is designed for campers entering grades 11-12 who love astronomy and want to spend time learning more about this fascinating subject with others who share their… Read more
  3. Alfred University Ceramics & Glass Engineering Camp
    This is a great opportunity to learn about ceramic and glass engineering, to sample life on a college campus and to meet other campers with similar interests and academic ability. The emphasis is on… Read more
  4. Alfred University Computer Engineer Camp
    This co-ed, overnight summer camp offers computing experiences for both basic and advanced students concentrating on essential computing concepts, programming and web development. Students will be… Read more
  5. Alfred University Robotics Engineering Camp
    This dynamic, co-ed, overnight summer camp is based on the VEX Robotics System which offers high school students an exciting platform for learning about areas rich with career opportunities spanning… Read more
  6. American Museum of Natural History Science Research Mentoring Program
    SRMP students conduct authentic scientific studies in one of two tracks: Physical Science or Life Science. Students in the Life Science track have the opportunity to conduct research on a broad… Read more
  7. American Museum of Natural History Brown Scholars
    The Brown Scholars program is a 2+ year intensive focused on the intersection of computer science and science for high school girls. It is tuition-free thanks to a generous grant from the Helen… Read more
  8. American Museum of Natural History After School Program
    Every year, the After School Program (ASP) offers courses to New York City high school students interested in the sciences at the museum. There are courses in anthropology, astrophysics, earth… Read more
  9. American Museum of Natural History Saltz Program
    Consider becoming a Saltz Intern and learn to use equipment and technologies to guide visitors of all ages in investigations of artifacts, specimens, and the laws of physics. Use pieces of a… Read more
  10. Bard Math Circle Math Enrichment Programs
    The Bard Math Circle promotes enjoyment of mathematics for elementary, middle, and high school students in the Mid-Hudson Valley, NY. The Bard Math Circle runs math enrichment programs in the… Read more
  11. Barnard College Saturday Science Seminars (S-Cubed)
    The Saturday Science Seminar Program (S-Cubed) is an initiative developed by Barnard College to encourage interest in the sciences among young women in high school. S-Cubed brings women in the 11th… Read more
  12. Barnard College Summer Programs
    Summer programs offered: Summer in the City: Students take two courses of their choice over the span of four weeks. As part of the program, students both participate in admissions and career… Read more
  13. Brookhaven National Laboratory High School Research Program (HSRP)
    The High School Research Program (HSRP) is a highly competitive six week educational program for students interested in pursuing science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) studies.… Read more
  14. Brookhaven National Laboratory STEM-Prep Summer Institute
    STEM Prep Summer Institute is a four week enrichment program for students who are members of an under-represented minority (African ancestry, Hispanic/Latino, Native American, or Pacific Islander) in… Read more
  15. Brookhaven National Laboratory Summer Science Explorations
    Advanced high school students who have an interest in a science, engineering, or math-based career can explore their options this summer at one of the Department of Energy’s premiere facilities,… Read more
  16. Brooklyn Botanic Garden Apprentice Program (GAP)
    The Garden Apprentice Program (GAP) at Brooklyn Botanic Garden is a great way for teens to learn about urban agriculture and the environment while working in one of the most exciting public gardens… Read more
  17. Brooklyn Botanic Garden Children's Garden Classes
    Cultivate a love of nature and a connection to plants in your kids by signing up for a Children's Garden class at Brooklyn Botanic Garden. Children aged 2 to 17 can plant their own crops and flowers… Read more
  18. Columbia University Programs for High School Students
    Columbia University offers several summer programs for high school students, both in its home city of New York City, but also in foreign countries as well. For students that will be in New York, they… Read more
  19. Columbia University Science Honors Program (SHP)
    The Columbia University Science Honors Program (SHP) is a highly selective program for high school students who have a strong interest in the sciences and mathematics. The SHP holds classes at… Read more
  20. Cooper Union Summer STEM Program
    The Summer STEM Program is a six-week intensive that immerses current high school sophomores and juniors in hands-on engineering design and problem-solving, thereby placing them on the right track… Read more
  21. Cornell Engineering Diversity Programs CURIE Academy
    Curie Academy is a one-week residential program for high school girls who excel in math and science. The focus is on rising juniors and seniors who may not have had prior opportunities to explore… Read more
  22. Cornell Summer College
    Cornell University Summer College offers academically motivated high school students the chance to experience college life at a great Ivy League university, take regular college classes with Cornell… Read more
  23. Cornell Summer Sessions
    The Cornell University Summer Session traces its roots to summer courses in geology, zoology, and entomology that were presented in the late 1870s. The University offered these courses in the summer… Read more
  24. Cornell University Research Apprenticeship in the Biological Sciences (RABS)
    Cornell biomedical scientists strive for excellence and use their knowledge to solve global problems and benefit society. During this innovative, intensive, and highly selective program, you will… Read more
  25. DNA Learning Center (DNALC) of Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) Summer Camp
    The DNA Learning Center (DNALC) of Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) is the world's first science center devoted entirely to genetics education. The DNALC "invented" DNA camps in 1985, and since… Read more
  26. Environmental Studies Summer Youth Institute at Hobart and William Smith Colleges
    The Environmental Studies Summer Youth Institute (ESSYI) is a two-week, college-level interdisciplinary summer program for talented high-school students entering their junior and senior years. ESSYI… Read more
  27. Feinstein Institute for Medical Research Summer Student Internship Program
    The Feinstein Institute Summer Student Intern program is a competitive mentored program designed to provide high school, college and graduate students with hands-on experience in disease-oriented… Read more
  28. Hofstra University Summer Programs for High School Students
    Summer courses for middle and high school students located on the Hofstra campus. Camp programs may include: journalism, foreign languages, sports broadcasting, math, diversity and writing.
  29. Hofstra University Summer Science Research Program
    Hofstra University's Summer Science Research Program offers high school students opportunities in science research under the guidance of professionals in science and mathematics. For more than… Read more
  30. Ithaca College Summer College for High School Students
    In Ithaca College's residential pre-college summer program, high school students experience college life and college-level courses while living in a safe environment. The Summer College for High… Read more
  31. Kopernick Observatory & Science Center (KOSC) High School Internship Program
    The Kopernik Observatory & Science Center (KOSC) is the premier observatory and science center in New York State. Becoming an intern is an important way to gain valuable work experience and help… Read more
  32. Kopernik Observatory & Science Center (KOSC) Summer Camps
    Summer is a great time for children to continue their learning at Kopernik. In our Link Summer STEM Exploration day camps, children in grades 1-12 will be exposed to a variety of topics in Science… Read more
  33. Kopernik Observatory & Science Center (KOSC) Classes for Kids
    KoperniKids (ages 3-6) KKJoin us for the KoperniKids program, a kid-friendly approach to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) exploration designed especially for children 3 to 6 years… Read more
  34. Hk Maker Lab
    Hk Maker Lab is committed to providing engaging and meaningful engineering design experiences to New York City high school students. The Hk Maker Lab summer program brings together 24 students from… Read more
  35. NASA Goddard Space Flight Center High School Internships
    NASA internships, fellowships and scholarships leverage NASA’s unique missions and programs to enhance and increase the capability, diversity and size of the nation’s future STEM (science, technology… Read more
  36. National Museum of Mathematics (MoMath) High School Internship Program
    Integrators: The MoMath High School Volunteer Program MoMath accepts a limited number of high school students for ongoing volunteer roles from September through June. This is a unique chance to… Read more
  37. New York Botanical Garden Internships/Volunteers
    The New York Botanical Garden is a museum of plants, an educational institution, and a scientific research organization. Founded in 1891 and now a National Historic Landmark, it is one of the… Read more
  38. New York Math Circle (NYMC)
    The New York Math Circle offers interested students an opportunity to develop reasoning and problem solving skills through exploration of Mathematics. NYMC is a non-profit organization dedicated to… Read more
  39. New York University (NYU) High School Programs
    6-Week, 1-Week, & Everything In Between NYU’s varied array of high school programs offer flexibility and options that can be tailored to your individual needs and schedule. Most programs are… Read more
  40. Princeton University Mathematics Competition (PUMaC)
    The Princeton University Mathematics Competition (PUMaC) is an annual competition run by the Princeton University Math Club. PUMaC is an entirely student-run competition; Math Club volunteers have… Read more
  41. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) PREFACE
    This is a two-week residential summer experience for high school sophomores and juniors entering 11th or 12th grade in the fall of the coming year. It is for talented and underrepresented students… Read more
  42. Rockefeller University LAB Jumpstart
    LAB Jumpstart—formerly the LAB After-School Program (LAB ASP)—supports 16 NYC high school students in a combined after-school and summer science research experience. Serving students from underserved… Read more
  43. Rockefeller University Summer Neuroscience Program (SNP) 
    The Summer Neuroscience Program (SNP) at The Rockefeller University is a two-week course aimed at introducing talented and enthusiastic high school students to the brain. Led by graduate students,… Read more
  44. Rockefeller University Summer Science Research Program (SSRP)
    The Rockefeller University Summer Science Research Program (SSRP) provides high school students with a unique and personalized opportunity to conduct hands-on research under the mentorship of leading… Read more
  45. Ross School Summer Camps
    Join our world-class program located in safe, idyllic East Hampton, New York. Our unique offerings balance rigorous academic courses with relaxation and time at the beach, cultural events, shopping,… Read more
  46. Roswell Park Cancer Institute Summer Cancer Research Experience Program for High School Students
    If cancer research or a PhD degree is your career goal, begin your journey this summer at one of the world's first cancer centers. To help make these informed decisions, consider an internship in… Read more
  47. Sarah Lawrence College Pre-College Programs
    Summer students connect their passions with the wider world and see firsthand how their endeavors improve our community. They work closely with top-notch professors, getting real-time feedback,… Read more
  48. Summer at Rensselaer (RPI) Academic Enrichment Programs
    Summer day and residential opportunities for outstanding elementary, middle, and high school students to explore the academic environment at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Summer@Rensselaer… Read more
  49. SUNY Oneonta Summer Internships Research at the Biological Field Station (BFS)
    Research at the Biological Field Station (BFS) is sponsored by local community foundations and individuals, various governmental and private agencies, and the BFS itself. Most of the work is used in… Read more
  50. SUNY Stony Brook Garcia Center for Polymers Research Scholar Program for High School Students
    The Garcia Center for Polymers at Engineered Interfaces consists of an interdisciplinary Research Group (IRG). The focus of the Center is the design of polymer thin film properties through precise… Read more