The NEI Office of the Scientific Director selects high school students for summer internships. Please don’t contact principal investigators about your application. All requests are subject to approval by the Summer Intern Program Coordinator.
Academies are subject-intensive three-week programs that fuse sophisticated scientific or social theory with relevant application. The science academies draw upon Penn's cutting-edge technological experience and students’ virtual at-home labs, while the social academies draw upon the rich history and diversity of Philadelphia to provide a sociologically comprehensive academic experience.
The Pre-College Program is designed for academically curious high school students interested in the intellectual challenge of an Ivy League undergraduate academic experience. Pre-College Program students are enrolled in online summer courses alongside Penn undergraduates. Our program offers undergraduate courses in a wide array of disciplines taught by Penn faculty, staff, and visiting scholars. Academic advising and access to University learning resources are provided. The Pre-College Program also welcomes international applicants.
The Wake Forest Summer Immersion Program is a hands-on learning experience. Students dive deep into a field of study with access to world-class faculty, researchers, and industry professionals. It is a unique opportunity for students to dive into a field-of-study or career pathway.
In this interactive studio program, you'll develop fashion design skills, deepen your knowledge of fashion tools and trends, and build a professional-grade design portfolio at Cornell's Department of Fiber Science & Apparel Design, the only department of its kind in the Ivy League.
Through hands-on projects, discussions, guest lecturers, and critiques, you'll explore basic fashion design concepts, processes, and research.
No prior experience with fashion design is necessary, and no sewing is involved in the program.
In this program, you'll examine the many ways in which individuals change as they move through adolescence—biologically, psychologically, cognitively, and socially. You'll learn about the major theoretical perspectives, research methods, and controversies in the study of human development. And while the focus will be on psychology, the program will also touch on education, neuroscience, sociology, psychiatry, criminology, economics, law, medicine, and public health.
This summer experience provides rising Sophomores, Juniors and Senoirs with an inside peek at a college level psychology course. Campers get hands on experience and are introduced to physhological research.
Hosted by the Black Girls Dive Foundation, this innovative program combines an interest in science, technology and robotics with a love for scuba diving. This program enriches students interest and understanding of marine conservation. Designed for students aged 9 to 17.
Learn from an team of expertly vetted technology professionals recruited from elite colleges and universities. All teachers are CPR certified and have gone through an extensive background check process. This program offers a number of various courses on computer coding and engineering. Designed for students ages 7-19.
This residential program is geared towards rising 9th, 10th and 11th graders who have a strong interest in coding and engineering. This program is designed for high school students that excel in math, science and technology and have plans on persuing these fields in college and beyond.
This summer program is designed for high school students with a interest in STEAM looking to gain lab experience on a college campus.
A pre-college program at Syracuse University designed to engage girls to a cadre of information and technology related workshops introducing them to topics centered around careers in technology, including but limited to: Web Design, Project Management, Human Centered Design, Social Media, Information Security, Information Literacy, Data Science and Analytics. This will be accomplished through mini-lectures, hands on activities, escape the lab scenarios, and the building of a technology portfolio that will include the results of their projects each day. June 27-July 10, applications open now.
With NYU Precollege, rising juniors and seniors can apply to take college-level courses for credit and experience life as an NYU student. Credit-bearing courses are available in more than 30 subjects to fit every interest and academic need. Some scholarships available.
The University of Rochester’s Pre-College Programs offer current high school students a wide range of academic programs ranging from one to six weeks, with options to live on campus during the summer and experience life in a residence hall, or as a commuter with a choice of a full- or half-day classes.
Designed by Smith’s professors and staff, our programs not only give you an inspiring learning experience, you can also request a recommendation from Smith faculty to use in your college applications. Inside the classroom, a hands-on, collaborative learning environment lets you directly engage with world-class scholars who help you pursue your passions and develop new skills, in fields including Field Studies for Sustainable Futures, Women's History, Science & Engineering, and the Young Women's Writing Workshop.
Spelman College offers a 4-week residential experience, at no cost, to introduce promising high school students interested in exploring art history and curatorial studies. Students will work with professionals at Atlanta’s acclaimed High Museum of Art, accessing their extensive collections as part of our academically rigorous program. They will also have an opportunity to earn college credits. While there is no cost to participate, students are responsible for travel costs to the program.
A five-day overnight experience for rising juniors or seniors who dream of becoming successful CEOs, entrepreneurs, or leaders in international business. Students will get to visit local businesses, listen to successful leaders from around the world, and learn from Bryant’s international business professors, and network with alumni. Some scholarships available.
St. John’s Church is providing 40 elementary school inner-city kids with an opportunity to experience a five-day summer camp like many of us have known in the summer. This camp relies on high school counselors to bond with the campers to make their week worthwhile, all while you receive service hours. The camp will be July 9-13, 2018 in Reisterstown, MD. Contact Melanie Heacock, at 410-404-1322, or melanieheacock@gmail.com, for more information.
Gain college credit with a 2-week residential summer program at Marist College in New York, designed to give students a preview of college life, work with college faculty, and begin to explore possible majors. Choose from a variety of summer programs, including including law, entrepreneurship, cybersecurity, film & tv, fashion, interior design, and studio art.
Rising 10-12 graders can apply to attend Sarah Lawrence during the summer, with a variety of courses offered based on writing, film making, coding, or social justice. Opportunities are available to stay on campus.
Volunteer opportunities are available at Camp St. Vincent, a free, all-inclusive, eight-week summer camp located in Patterson Park in Southeast Baltimore. It operates June 18 through August 10,Monday-Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Service hours will be received. Contact Darren Foster at (410) 834-3812 for more information.
Technology camps available in Los Angeles and Seattle, based on game development, robotics, and coding. Stay on campus and learn from experienced teachers; ages 12-17.
The Summer Enrichment Experience (SEE) at UMBC offers several great math, science and music experiences with UMBC faculty, including Intro to Cybersecurity, How Girls Code, Science & Engineering, and Music Academy. Visit the website for the summer schedule.
Rising 11th and 12th grade girls are invited to the Cyber Defense Training Camp to explore and apply various topics within the STEM and cybersecurity fields by linking research to practice through hands-on experience. Participants will be introduced to the cybersecurity programs available at the University of Maryland and will be exposed to various topics and careers in the field of cybersecurity.
Rising high school juniors and seniors have an opportunity to stay on campus at Furman and take courses in leadership, social justice, health and wellness, or business, while making friends and experiencing collegiate life.
The summer program at Wellesley offers young women the opportunity to take stimulating classes from data and mathematics to college writing courses and even a selection of undergraduate classes, all taught by full-time Wellesley faculty. Application deadlines vary from March (International Students) to April/May (Domestic).
The Summer Mathematics and Research Training camp at Texas A&M University is a free 2-week summer residential program for students in grades 8-12, intended to facilitate interest in mathematics of advanced high school students. Travel expenses are not covered. Camp numbers are kept small so apply soon.
The Summer Mathematics Institute is a free opportunity for bright and gifted pre-college students to interact with university faculty and each other, to take some challenging math classes that earn college credit, and have fun in an academic atmosphere. The Institute runs approximately from late June through the first week of August each summer. Students are encouraged to apply early.
A week-long summer program for girls entering grades 10-12 next year. Learn about the exciting mathematics of Codes, interact with peers, and work with female mathematics graduate students and professors. Campers stay in a residence hall and are chaperoned by female mathematics graduate students and undergraduate students. Fee is max $500, scholarships available; students are responsible for own transportation.
The high school summer programs at McCombs Business School are free, 6-day experiences that offer rising junior and senior high school students the chance to learn and interact with McCombs students, faculty, and corporate representatives. Outstanding African-American, Latino and Native American students, first-generation students, and students who have overcome social or economic hardship are strongly encouraged to apply.
Carleton College is offering a one-week, all-expenses paid summer program for current sophomores to introduce the strengths of a liberal arts education. Students of African-American descent or those who have an interest in African American culture are encouraged to apply.
The Young Women's Institute is a 4-day program for young women around the country to participate in workshops with top Kelly Business School faculty, interact with successful Kelly alumni, prepare a real-world business case project, and build leadership and communication skills. Program is free for those accepted; participants must pay their own transportation costs.
Arizona State University hosts a 2-week summer program providing hands-on experiences in broadcast and digital journalism. Some costs may be covered by sponsors.
Carnegie Mellon University is offering a 3-week summer program in AI, Architecture, Art, Design, Drama, Music, or Game Academy, to high school juniors and seniors. There is no tuition, housing or dining fees for students attending this program. Read through to find out more about requirements and how to apply.
An immersive writing week for students finishing grades 9, 10 & 11 at UMass Amherst. Applications accepted Jan - April until the program is filled.
An 8-day summer residential workshop for students who have completed their sophomore or junior year by June of the program year. Creative writing workshops, group sessions, and visiting authors are part of this experience. Financial assistance may be available.
A residential program for rising high school juniors and seniors that gives you real-world experience while building your business knowledge and entrepreneurial skills. Some aid and scholarships available.
A two-week non-credit, summer residential program at Yale. Pick from 7 interdisciplinary summer pre-collegiate experiences from renowned practitioners and Yale faculty members in a range of fields.
Designed for rising juniors and seniors (ages 15 to 17), learn from MICA's expert faculty, visit working artists, earn college credit, and build an application portfolio that stands out. Many pre-college alumni choose to apply for admission to MICA and other art colleges. Apply early.
A one-week summer residential engineering program at Cornell University. This program targets rising junior and senior men and women from backgrounds severely underrepresented in STEM fields (African American, Native American/Alaska Native, Latino/a and Pacific Islander). Full tuition waiver may be applicable.
A one-week summer residential program for rising junior and senior women at Cornell University. Learn from engineering faculty and engage in collaboration with your peers in a project-based learning environment.
The Summer Immersion Program is a FREE 7-week introductory computer science program for 10th-11th grade girls going into their junior or senior year of high school. During the 7-week program, participants learn about computer science, gain exposure to tech jobs, and join a sisterhood of girls who are using computer science to become change-makers. Locations are available in Washington, D.C., as well as across the country.
Join a team of experts and peers to spend 12 days exploring and learning about glaciers and the alpine or marine environment. Programs are tuition-free; you must be 16 or 17 years old at the time of program.
A four week pre-college program at Johns Hopkins University for motivated high school students interested in learning more about a career in engineering. Some scholarships available for local students.
Spend 3 weeks at University of Maryland, College Park, working on projects and exploring career opportunities with other academically-minded peers. Available both as a residential program or a commuter program.
Juniors and Seniors can apply for a 6-8 week summer mentorship program at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory. Explore STEM fields and gain hands-on experience before choosing a field of study in college.
Biomedical research internship at Vanderbilt University (6 weeks). Internships provide paid stipend and boarding on campus.
Spend 8 weeks taking classes and earning credits at Stanford University. There is also the opportunity to live on campus.
High school students ages 15-18 can spend the summer at Harvard. Explore a variety of college-level courses, and live and learn alongside a diverse set of peers.
