Opportunity Guide I Summer, Enrichment & Activities Guide



  1. Founded in 2002 by internationally acclaimed author Dave Eggers and award-winning educator Nínive Calegari, 826 Valencia inspired a network of creative writing and tutoring centers now eight cities… Read more
  2. The Pre-College Art Experience (PCAE) is a dual-scholarship program available to only current high school students. The program provides classes for students to take at no tuition charge as well as… Read more
  3. AIO introduces young people to the exciting world of marine science through a unique hands-on curriculum that combines biological, physical and chemical oceanography with field, classroom, offshore,… Read more
  4. Act out and dream big! At our Tony Award–winning conservatory, students ages 8 to 19 develop their talents, perform in professional-caliber productions, and gain the confidence to succeed—all in a… Read more
  5. Live with a new family in another country. Enjoy different traditions. Take time to appreciate, value and deepen your insights about other perspectives, cultures, religions and important world issues… Read more
  6. The American Legion Auxiliary’s marquee Girls State program, first presented in 1937, is one of the most respected and coveted experiential learning programs presented in the United States. The… Read more
  7. American Legion Boys State is among the most respected and selective educational programs of government instruction for U.S. high school students. A participatory program in which students become… Read more
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. Try out college life and take college-level courses in special programs for high school students. High school students with a B or better grade point average may enroll as non-degree students in… Read more
  11. This is your chance to have a meaningful adventure and engage with the global community! Our summer volunteer programs for ages 13-22 create a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in a new culture… Read more
  12. Through on-site arts education programs, outreach to schools and community-based partnerships, Appel Farm provides people of all ages, cultures and economic backgrounds with a supportive, cooperative… Read more
  13. Through awe-inspiring learning experiences, exciting programs and active outreach, Argonne is not just bringing STEM to our region—we’re welcoming every middle school, high school, undergraduate and… Read more
  14. Art of Problem Solving (in conjunction with Beast Academy) provides resources for motivated students in grades 2–12 to develop their mathematics and problem solving abilities. AoPS Online is a… Read more
  15. The Asian Art Museum’s Art Speak internship offers on-the-job training and monthly stipends to seven public high school students in grades 10–12. Interns discover Asian art and cultural traditions,… Read more
  16. 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
  17. When you choose to become an Aspect Foundation exchange student, you can look forward to the most unforgettable year of your life. You will get to meaningfully experience American culture and become… Read more
  18. Ayusa by Intrax sponsors summer and academic year abroad programs in Germany and Japan. The Germany and Japan program gives students the opportunity to live the everyday life of a European/Japanese… Read more
  19. 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
  20. Bay Area Speech and Debate Academy is a private company that provides speech and debate classes for students develop skills which are necessary for them to be successful in school college and life.… Read more
  21. The Bezos Scholars Program is a year-long leadership development program that amplifies youth voice and action. Each spring, 17 exceptional high school juniors and a supportive educator from their… Read more
  22. 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
  23. 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
  24. Designed to inspire the next generation of researchers and engineers, Girls in Science connects elementary, middle, and high school girls with female scientists from the Burke Museum and the… Read more
  25. Created in 1996, the Careers in Science (CiS) Intern Program provides San Francisco youth from communities traditionally underrepresented in STEM (Science Technology Engineering Mathematics) fields… Read more
  26. The Teen Advocates for Science Communication program (TASC Force) is a youth volunteer opportunity to learn about science and the natural world, engage with the Academy’s scientists and staff, and… Read more
  27. Our High School Field School is your opportunity to be an archaeologist. Join our summer field crew and participate in real archaeological research alongside professional archaeologists. With our… Read more
  28. The Central Wisconsin Environmental Station (CWES) is a 200-acre teaching and learning center located 17 miles east of Stevens Point on glacial Sunset Lake. Since 1975, we have been an integral part… Read more
  29. The mission of CMT San Jose is to train and educate today’s youth through musical theater to set and achieve high artistic and personal goals, and to inspire them to become exemplary artists, patrons… Read more
  30. CIA offers a summer internship program that is a financial needs based initiative. See detailed information on website for detailed summer program eligibility requirements. While working at the CIA,… Read more
  31. The Job Shadow Program at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center provides experiential learning opportunities designed to help individuals learn about health career options as well as the… Read more
  32. The Job Shadow Program at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center provides experiential learning opportunities designed to help individuals learn about health career options as well as the… Read more
  33. CIM offers lessons, classes and ensembles and music (both instrumental and voice) summer programs. In addition, for more serious young musicians: Young Artist Program: The Young Artist Program… Read more
  34. Spring Convention The CSPA invites high school students and faculty advisers to attend and participate in CSPA’s 95th annual Spring Scholastic Convention. This national gathering of student editors… Read more
  35. 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
  36. Coming to the Language Villages for a summer language immersion program is just like entering a new country. You’ll get your Village passport stamped at customs, receive your cabin assignment, and… Read more
  37. While there are many opportunities in the federal government for internships, fellowships, and other work experience, there is no comprehensive source to assist in locating these opportunities. This… Read more
  38. Get a head start on a future in design! Teens in New York City can apply to be a DesignPrep Scholar, a free program that features hands-on workshops with professional designers, design studio visits… Read more
  39. 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
  40. The J. Craig Venter Institute (JCVI) is a world leader in genomic and bioinformatics research fueled by a team-centered, multidisciplinary approach to large research initiatives. JCVI has a long… Read more
  41. 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
  42. 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
  43. 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
  44. The Department of Education (ED) offers internships for students interested in seeking valuable work experience in government and federal education policy and administration. Volunteers have the… Read more
  45. Volunteer internships provide students opportunities to complement their academic endeavors through direct experience with EERE in the field of energy efficiency and renewable energy. For those… Read more
  46. Detroit Area Pre-College Engineering Program (DAPCEP) is a nonprofit organization with 40 years of experience partnering with universities, training programs, and K-12 school systems in order to… Read more
  47. ProjectFUN's programs offer exciting learning experiences for students of all ages. These courses introduce students to a variety of fun and engaging topics in video game programming, art and… Read more
  48. Pre-college programs in architecture, dance, interior design, design and merchandising, graphic design, industrial design, film and tv, fashion design, music and photography.
  49. 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
  50. 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