Summer Opportunities & Internships
SUMMER PROGRAMS, PRE-COLLEGE PROGRAMS, INTERNSHIPS, TRAVEL, & MORE!
Arizona State University
- Access ASU Summer Programs | Educational Outreach and Student Services
- Barrett Summer Scholars
- Cesar E. Chavez Leadership Institute
- RISE Leadership Institute
- INSPIRE
- Critical Languages Institute - from ASU's The Melikian Center: Russian, Eurasian and East European Studies
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- Welcome to CLI | The Melikian Center: Russian, Eurasian & East European Studies
- Tuition-free ASU credits, small class sizes and native speaker instructors, and scholarships available for all education levels.
- Deadline to apply is January 31, 2025.
Arizona Boys State
Ball State University
- Located in Muncie, Indiana
- The Youth Interior Design Forum (YIDF) is a workshop open to high school students of any grade level and gives them the opportunity to experience interior design firsthand.
- Estopinal College of Architecture and Planning
- High School Workshops
- Interior Design Summer Workshop
- DESIGNWORKS
- Architecture & Planning Camp @ CAP:INDY
- Urban Planning Workshop
- High School Workshops | R. Wayne Estopinal College of Architecture and Planning | Ball State University
Bank of America
- Bank of America Student Leaders Program provides students with first-hand experience in serving their communities through a paid 8-week summer internship with nonprofits in our community, such as the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Valley.
- Students will also get to see how nonprofits and businesses collaborate with the government to meet local needs by participating in the National Student Leaders Summit in Washington, DC.
- Open to current high school juniors and seniors!
- Deadline to apply is January 15, 2025
- Apply here - Bank of America Student Leaders® program - Bank of America
Boston University
- Summer Journalism Academy
- Topics include writing, reporting, and photojournalism.
- Created and run by BU's College of Communication, the Summer Journalism Academy offers a hands-on experience for high school students interested in journalism, writing, or photography.
- More information here: Summer Journalism Academy » Pre-College And Youth Summer Programs | Boston University
Brown Pre-College Programs
Brown Pre-College Programs are designed for high school students to explore the challenges and opportunities of the college experience. Students will enjoy the excitement and responsibility that comes from balancing rigorous academics and enriching social activities - without the pressure of formal grades.
- There are over 300 courses of study to choose from!
- The application opens on January 15, 2025
- Find the application and more info here - Pre-College Program | Brown University
Bucknell University
- Bucknell Academy Summer Experience
Carnegie Mellon Pre-College Programs
Carnegie Mellon's Pre-College Programs mirrors the undergraduate experience, giving rising juniors and seniors the opportunity to explore their interests and passions while receiving instruction from acclaimed faculty and staff.
- Discover their academic programs, including art, architecture, computational biology, design, drama, music, national high school game academy, summer academy for math and science, writing & culture.
- Application here - Pre-College Programs Application
Clark University - Summer Game Studio
Level Up! - A 2-week immersive, pre-college game development camp led by Clark's Becker School of Design & Technology
- Program dates range between July 6 and August 2, 2025
- Learn professional game development from experts in the field
- Experience one of the world's top game design programs
- Get to know what it's like to study at the Becker School of Design & Technology
- No prior game design experience necessary, just bring your passion and creative energy!
- Apply here - Summer Programs - Becker School of Design & Technology - Clark University
Duke Kunshan University
A joint venture between Duke University in the U.S. and Wuhan University in China, they are excited to offer students the 2025 High School Summer Academy!
- There are 2 sessions between July 13 and August 1
- Areas of interest include artificial intelligence, climate change, and sustainability.
- Program benefits include, experiencing China by immersing yourself in a vibrant culture, the opportunity to study at a top-tier university, access to cutting-edge labs, working alongside top faculty mentors, and get a boost in college applications by earning prestigious credentials with a completion certificate from the DKU Global Summer Institute.
Fordham University - Summer Leaders Academy
- Immersive pre-college program that offers innovative academic courses, along with activities in the most exciting classroom of all, New York City! With on-campus housing and commuter options available, this pre-college program is crafted to redefine the summer and set the stage for students' future success.
- Multiple sessions in the summer beginning June 23, all the way until August 1
- A few course options include:
- A New York Exploration of Art History
- Writing College Life in NYC: A Journey in Reading and Writing
- Change Leaders: Impact Innovation and Social Entrepreneurship
- The White Coat and More: Fordham Pre-Health Intensive
- Your Journey to the Bar: Fordham Pre-Law Intensive
- And many more!
- Apply Here: Summer Leaders Academy | Fordham
Georgetown University
- Summer programs for students ages 13 and above explore their academic passions. Find what interests you and this could lead to your college major or even a future career!
- Georgetown University Summer Programs for High School Students
Girls Who Code
- Girls Who Code’s Summer Programs are back! 9th-12th grade girls and non-binary students are invited to apply.
- With two exciting options, you can choose the adventure that fits your vibe:
- Join the ultimate summer squad in the Summer Immersion Program (SIP)! Over two weeks, you’ll design and build your own computer games, make new friends, and connect with mentors. Plus, get insider college and career tips from industry pros—all in live virtual classrooms!
- Learn at your own pace with Pathways! You'll explore cutting-edge tech like artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and data science through step-by-step video tutorials and real-world projects. Connect with industry pros and join an exclusive Discord community along the way!
- Apply here by February 26 for priority consideration or by April 11 for the final deadline.
- Need more info? Email us at summer@girlswhocode.com.
HonorHealth - Teen Volunteer Opportunities
- Summer Teen Volunteer Program
- Applications are open and due by noon on Wednesday, February 26, 2025.
- Open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors.
- Current high school seniors who will be 18 years old by June 1, 2025, may complete the adult volunteer application starting on May 1st.
- Check out more information here: HonorHealth teen volunteer opportunities | HonorHealth
- Explorers Clubs offered during the academic school year; however, applications are currently closed for the 2024-25 school year.
- Those clubs include the Medical Explorers Club, Nursing Explorers Club, or HonorHealth Volunteer Services.
Huntington University
- HUAZ High School Digital Media Arts Summer Camp
- Summer Course Opportunities | Huntington University
Illinois Tech, Elevate College Prep
Lehigh University - The Iacocca Global Entrepreneurship Intensive (IGEI)
- Located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, this four-week learning opportunity gives high school students the chance to develop skills in entrepreneurship, leadership, and global citizenship. At IGEI, we prepare participants to take on complex, multi-system, global challenges in creative and collaborative ways.
- Program dates run from July 6-August 1, 2025.
- More information here: IGEI - Iacocca Institute | Lehigh University
Miami University, Oxford
- Located in Oxford, Ohio
- Summer Scholars Program
Montclair State University
- A one-week residential experience designed to provide a dynamic and immersive learning experience for high school students in grades 9-11.
- From exploring the vibrant streets of New York City to diving into the world of entrepreneurship, animation, and beyond, our diverse range of academic offerings caters to every interest and aspiration!
- More info here: Summer Sessions - Montclair State University
Northeastern University
- Accelerate Pre-College Programs
- Students have the opportunity to gain extensive, hands-on, experiential education in subjects including engineering, health sciences, ethics and emerging technologies, entrepreneurship, and more.
- Residential summer campuses located in Boston, Oakland, and even London!
- More information here - About Us
- Questions? Contact:
- precollegeprograms@northeastern.edu
- 617-373-2200
Northwestern University - National High School Institute
Cherubs Program: National High School Institute – The Cherubs at Northwestern University
- Consisting of four summer institutes; Theatre Arts, Film & Video, Playwriting, and Debate
- These programs combine intensive training, along with a unique summer experience to make lifelong friends and contacts, while exploring the Northwestern campus and Chicago.
- Theatre Arts admission deadline is Thursday, February 27, 2025. 2025TheatreBrochure.pdf
- Film & Video admission deadline is Friday, March 14, 2025. 2025FilmVideoBrochure.pdf
- Playwriting program has rolling admission beginning in February 2025.
- Debate program rolling admissions begins Winter 2025.
- Questions? Contact: nhsi@northwestern.edu
NYU
High School Programs: NYU's programs for high school students offer opportunities to dig deeper into your favorite academic subjects, level-up your skills, and test-drive the college experience before you take the next big step! Learn beyond the classroom and prepare for college success. High School Programs
- NYU Precollege
- Humanities & Social Sciences
- Business
- Arts and Media
- STEM
- Future Business Leaders Webinar Series
- NYU Songwriters Summer Workshop
Pratt Institute in Brooklyn
- 2025 Summer Pre-College Program. Pratt is ranked one of the Top 10 Art/Design schools in the world!
- Program dates are from July 7 to August 1
- Open to ages 16-18
- Application fee $65
- More information and application can be found here: Summer PreCollege - Continuing and Professional Studies
- Any questions? Contact precollege@pratt.edu
Rhode Island School of Design (RISD)
- Pre-Collegiate Summer Programs 2025
- Summer residential immersive programs in Providence, Rhode Island!
- This summer, live like a RISD student and work alongside hundreds of other creative, highly motivated students who will inspire you to push your limits and produce your best work!
- Learn more & apply here - RISD Pre-College Program Overview | RISD Pre-Collegiate Programs
Salve Regina University
Stanford Pre-Collegiate Studies
- Summer Humanities Institute
- Open to rising high school juniors and seniors
- In this immersive, 3-week residential program, students engage deeply with complex texts and ideas, develop college-level writing skills, and learn to articulate nuanced arguments in both written and spoken expression.
- Guided by Stanford faculty and supported by graduate student teaching assistants, students will explore essential questions at the core of humanities.
- Deadline to apply - February 3, 2025
- More information and application here - Stanford Summer Humanities Institute
Summer Discovery - Pre-College Academic Enrichment Programs | Summer Discovery
- Summer Discovery partners with the world's most prestigious universities to deliver exceptional pre-college academic summer experiences. Programs balance academic rigor and personal growth, with on-and-off campus exploration.
- summerdiscoveryFlyer2025.pdf
- Programs of study are available at the following universities:
- United States
- UCLA, UCLA Anderson, Dartmouth, Yale University, University of Michigan, Georgetown University, University of Texas-Austin, UC Santa Barbara, University of Pennsylvania, The Wharton School, UC Berkeley, Bryn Mawr College, Cornell University, Vanderbilt University
- Europe
- University of Cambridge
- Real Madrid Graduate School, Universidad Europea
- United States
- Explore courses in the following areas of interest: Business & Entrepreneurship, STEAM, Social Sciences, Humanities, Arts & Design, Engineering, Law & Government, Leadership, Medicine, Physical Education, and Sports Management!
TurnUp - High School Civic Fellows Program
- Youth activism remote internship opportunity!
- Interns work in remote teams of mission-driven young people from around the country to help amplify youth civic engagement and participate in activism on many progressive and social justice issues.
- More information here - Internship | TurnUp
United States Military Academy, West Point: Summer Leaders Experience
University of Arizona
- Business Careers Awareness Program (BCAP)
- Sponsored by Ernst & Young
- Current high school juniors are eligible to apply for this program.
- A week-long program from June 1-6, 2025, at the University of Arizona campus.
- Students will participate in classroom activities, compete in a case competition, live in a UA dorm, and visit the office of Ernst & Young in Phoenix.
- Application deadline is March 2, 2025!
- Application - Business Careers Awareness Program | Eller College of Management
- More information - bcap@eller.arizona.edu
- Keys Research Internship
- KEYS2025Flyer.pdf
- This is a 7-week summer opportunity for promising Arizona high school students with a strong interest in interdisciplinary bioscience research.
- Applications close on December 13th. Apply here: Home | KEYS
- Questions? Email: keys@bio5.org
- KEYS2025Flyer.pdf
- Wildcat LEAP Program. Info Here: Wildcat LEAP | Undergraduate Education
University of Dayton
- High School Summer Camp Opportunities
University of Rochester Pre-College Programs
University of Southern California
- USC Bovard Scholars - If selected, students will participate in this summer intensive program as well as support through the admissions cycle. They will spend two weeks on the USC campus where they will receive personalized career exploration, expert admission and financial aid support, comprehensive test preparation, and leadership development.
- Applications are due January 17, 2025.
- Apply here: USC Bovard Scholars for High School Students - USC Bovard Scholars
- USC Summer and Online Pre-College Programs
- June 15 - July 12, 2025
- Areas of study include Architecture, Business, Engineering & IT, Global Studies, Communication & Journalism, Performing Arts & Music, Pre-Health & Science, Pre-Law, Writing & Critical Thinking.
- USC Summer Programs | USC Pre-College
Wake Forest University
- Online Immersion Programs for High School Students - Summer courses are offered for students ages 13 and older to explore their interests!
- More information here: Wake Forest College Prep | Online HS Enrichment Courses