Opportunity Guide I Summer, Enrichment & Activities Guide



  1. The National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) is sponsoring its Young Associates' Program for high school students in grades 10, 11, and 12 in the Washington, DC, metropolitan area who are interested in… Read more
  2. The National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) Youth Fellowship Program is an orchestral training program for students in grades 9-12. [Younger musicians (gr. 6-8) may be considered on a special case-by-case… Read more
  3. NYLC offers young people effective and engaging training in schools and community-based organizations. We have more than 35 years of youth leadership development experience, providing young people… Read more
  4. NatureBridge is a nonprofit environmental education organization that has been teaching and inspiring students in national parks since 1971. Our hands-on, experiential programs connect people to… Read more
  5. Programs for kids ages 3 - 9 for kids that love science.
  6. Teen Environmental Education Mentorship (TEEM) is a volunteer environmental education internship and leadership program for San Francisco and Marin high school students. Through TEEM, participants… Read more
  7. The New England Young Writers’ Conference (NEYWC) at Bread Loaf is a four day writing-focused workshop for high school students in New England and from around the country. The long weekend is packed… Read more
  8. The Center for Pre-College Programs at NJIT gives students from 4th to 12th grades the chance to explore careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) and apply knowledge of… Read more
  9. The New Victory is New York City's premier nonprofit performing arts theater devoted year-round to kids and their families and classmates The New Victory Usher Corps, created to address the urgent… Read more
  10. 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
  11. Our summer and year round camps are like no other in the world. Whether you enroll in our Filmmaking, Acting for Film, Screenwriting, Broadcast Journalism, Photography, Musical Theatre, Game Design,… Read more
  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. Specialized STEM courses for for rising 11th and 12 graders who want to personalize their high school schedule. NCSSM Online offers a supplemental, two-year, sequenced honors program that provides… Read more
  15. A residential program in Durham, NC, for talented rising 11th-12th graders with an interest in STEM. This is a competitive public STEM boarding school for talented students who reside in NC.
  16. Talent Search Assessment - A research-validated program, Northwestern University’s Midwest Academic Talent Search (NUMATS) utilizes above-grade-level testing to identify academic ability, measure… Read more
  17. At A Novel Idea, we believe in the transformative power of language. We believe that words can change minds, change hearts, change our lives, and change the world. That's a tall order for anyone, let… Read more
  18. If you are aged 13-18, become a member of the Teen Science Alliance to solve creative design challenges, get a backstage look at museum education, and build skills perfect for your next step. How… Read more
  19. Summer and academic year vacation camps and classes in STEM areas such as coding and robotics and chemistry. Adventure camps for kids to explore the rugged wonders of Oregon. See website for… Read more
  20. The Office of Precollege Programs supports and oversees a wide range of youth outreach activities designed to increase college access and academic preparation for Oregon’s youth. Academic programs… Read more
  21. PACER’s mission of EX.I.T.E. Camp is to empower middle school girls with disabilities in the fields of STEM (science, technology, engineering and math). EX.I.T.E. Camp provides a safe and supported… Read more
  22. Discovery in action.These words describe what we do at PNNL, which has been operated by Battelle(Offsite link) and its predecessors since our inception in 1965. For more than 50 years, we've advanced… Read more
  23. Providing diverse classes and certificate options for students in grades 3 through 12, Parsons Pre-College Academy meets Saturdays during the school year and for two weeks during the summer. Age… Read more
  24. From pre-ballet to pre-professional, we guide dancers every step along the way. PBT School, the official training institution of Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, is recognized as one of the nation’s finest… Read more
  25. Pratt’s teen program is specifically designed for teens (13 – 17) who want to explore art making in a professional studio environment. Students gain understanding of complex concepts, problem-… Read more
  26. Pratt PreCollege programs provide high school students with rigorous college level art, design and creative thinking courses, modeled after Pratt Institute’s undergraduate offerings. Classes are… Read more
  27. For the past three decades, PPPL has been a leader in magnetic confinement experiments utilizing the tokamak approach. This work culminated in the world-record performance of the Tokamak Fusion Test… Read more
  28. QuantumCamp is a school enterprise with a core mission of delivering amazing, hands-on math and science courses to kids via three main platforms: School Partnerships, Home School, and Summer Camps. … Read more
  29. 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
  30. 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
  31. Programs for Teens Explore our programs for teens, including Teen Nights; Summer Camps; the Teen Performance Company; On-Site Classes; and Free Play, our free ticketing program for teens. Our Teen… Read more
  32. Salish Sea Expeditions inspires youth to connect with the marine environment through boat-based scientific inquiry and hands-on learning, instilling curiosity, confidence, and critical thinking.… Read more
  33. Zoo InternQuest is a work-exploratory program offered through the San Diego Zoo. It’s designed to give high school juniors and seniors a real-world look at wildlife and conservation related jobs at… Read more
  34. SFCM’s Pre-College division is an immersive program that instills the value of music in young children and teens, providing an artistic framework and tailored instruction for the next generation of… Read more
  35. For more than 60 years, Sandia has delivered essential science and technology to resolve the nation's most challenging security issues. Sandia's headquarters in located Albuquerque, New Mexico, andr… Read more
  36. Each year select, highly-motivated high school students explore the world of higher education in a five-week intensive program that includes university courses, advising, and meetings with key people… Read more
  37. Classes & Camps for students in grades 2 - 12 in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM), and the Arts. Internships in Science & Engineering and College Prep classes for high school… Read more
  38. The Pre-College Summer Intensive in Studio Art develops young artists’ foundational skills and exposes them to new technologies and conceptual frameworks for approaching art with a focus on portfolio… Read more
  39. Art lessons for kids at SVA: Foundations learning. Drawing and painting. Explore a wide variety of materials. For kids from Kindergarten through 9th grade. As part of its mission to meet the diverse… Read more
  40. SVA's Pre-College Program is designed for high school students who want to enhance their creative skills, learn more about a particular field of art, develop a portfolio and experience the challenges… Read more
  41. Are you ready to reach beyond the classroom, the country, and even the normal limits of life? School Year Abroad (SYA) is your chance to make this great big world your own. Spend a year of high… Read more
  42. SEACAMP San Diego is a marine science camp for kids and teens offering a range of programs to students throughout the school year and summer. Since 1987 it has been our goal to supplement traditional… Read more
  43. The United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) is an intensive week-long educational experience and scholarship sponsored by the United States Senate for outstanding high school students who are… Read more
  44. We host unique, themed camps at Grizzly Creek Ranch. Past offerings have included collaborations with community partners such as the Girl Scouts of the Sierra and Women in Tesla (WIT) for a weekend… Read more
  45. The NASM Explainers Program hires high school and college students to help visitors better understand the Museum’s collection, making person-to-person connections with our iconic artifacts and… Read more
  46. Teen Museum Council is an intensive year-long program for D.C. Metro area teens who would like a role making teen programs at the Portrait Gallery! Throughout the academic year, TMC members work on… Read more
  47. Teen Council is a group of 12 creative and dedicated high school students who help make our museums more welcoming and engaging for young people. The Teen Council plans and hosts events that invite D… Read more
  48. With world-class scientists, professionals, and facilities, the Smithsonian serves as the top target for students and professionals seeking training and experience in a variety of disciplines from… Read more
  49. Are you interested in science? Do you like talking to people? Are you in high school and looking for opportunities to volunteer? If you answered “yes” to these questions, you are probably a great fit… Read more
  50. Launched in 1982, Space Camp has inspired and motivated young people from around the country, and later the world, with attendees from all 50 states, U.S. territories and more than 60 foreign… Read more