Extracurricular Opportunities

NYU Tisch Clive Davis Summer Music Production and Business Program - Deadline: 12/1/2025

NYU's world renowned Clive Davis program offers students a chance to understand and get a sneak peak at the music industry. Please look into more information on how to apply here: https://tisch.nyu.edu/special-programs/high-school-programs/recorded-music

Additionally, to be ELIGIBLE, you must be 15 years or older, and a sophomore or junior in high school.

Deadline: 12/1/2025

Program Dates: 7/5/2025-8/1/2025

Many of you may be scared of the cost, don't be, they have a fully funded scholarship for a select few who apply and make the program! https://tisch.nyu.edu/special-programs/high-school-programs/tuition

Brooklyn Botanic Garden Apprentice Program - Applications DUE: 12/5/2026

Medicine and Research Summer Program - Columbia University - Rolling deadlines to apply: 12/1/25 & 1/1/26

Are you interested in a career in medicine and research? Apply for IYRC's prestigious summer research program! https://www.the-iyrc.org/summerprogram.html (Click: Apply Here on the link page)

Rolling deadlines to apply: 12/1/25 & 1/1/26 (Pro Tip:, the earlier you apply for this, the stronger you application is)

Program Dates: Every Saturday, 6/20/2026 - 8/29/2026

Don't be scared off by the "cost", they have select financial aid programs you could qualify for!

Columbia University - Summer High School Program for Engineers - Deadline to be considered for scholarship: 12/22/2025

Columbia Engineering's Summer High School Academic Program for Engineers (SHAPE) is a pre-college program for rising sophomores, juniors, seniors, and recent high school graduates. SHAPE is geared toward students with a curiosity for STEM. Each 3-week session (July 6 - July 24, 2026; July 27 - Aug 14, 2026) offers college-level, project-based courses in engineering taught by a diverse group of faculty at Columbia University.

Applications Open 11/25/2025; Deadline to be considered for scholarship: 12/22/2025 https://outreach.engineering.columbia.edu/content/shape-summer-high-school-academic-program-engineers

Application Requirements:

Respond to three essay questions
SHAPE has a limited number of need-based scholarships, which cover the full cost of the tuition and fees. Priority for scholarship are given to those who complete and submit the documents and SHAPE application (including the requests for transcripts and letters of recommendation) by December 22, 2025.

To apply, indicate interest on the program application and complete the SHAPE scholarship application form. This includes basic questions and will also allow applicants to upload the following supplemental documents, which are required. Please be sure to sign and upload all documents before submitting your scholarship application.
1. Individual recent pay stubs for parent(s). Indicate if weekly, bi-weekly or monthly pay period.
2. Family Income and Expense Worksheet
3. Parent Non Tax-Filer Certification Form (this is only applicable if not filing a tax return)
Unfortunately, late scholarship applications will not be considered. SHAPE will notify scholarship applicants in writing via email after a decision is made.

Rockefeller University - Summer Science Research Program - Applications Due: 1/2/26

One of the nations most cut throat Summer Research Programs to get into, right in your city. SSRP Scholars will participate on a research team designed and guided by scientific trainees from the Tri-Institutions (Rockefeller, MSK, and WCMC). SSRP teams mirror the structure of a research laboratory, where there are 1-3 lead team leads who are supported by additional scientists.

Apply here:

https://www.rockefeller.edu/outreach/ssrp/

Applications Due: 1/2/26

Requirement: 16+ Years Old at the start of the program. Open to only current high school juniors and seniors.

Center for Architecture - Deadline 1/4/26

The New York Academy of Sciences - Junior Academy - Application Deadline: 1/6/2026

Collaborate with other peers and solve real world STEM problems under the mentorship of an industry professional.

Apply Here:

https://www.nyas.org/learning/high-school-research-programs/the-junior-academy/

Time Commitment of 3-4 hours/week during challenge periods.

Free, no cost! You will not be paid. Highly competitive to land a spot, it will look great on a resume.

Application Deadline: 1/6/2026

Ladders for Leaders - Paid Internship - Deadline: 1/9/2026

Cooper Union Saturday Program - Deadline: 1/9/26

Thurgood Marshall Summer Law Internship Program - Deadline: 1/13/26

Seeds of Fortune with Yale University - Deadline: 1/19/2026

Do you identify as female or nonbinary?

Seeds of Fortune Inc. Scholars in Partnership with Yale Women in Economics is a 10-month program that delivers an Economics capstone project and college prep.

40 scholars are selected to learn economics with Yale University professors with the goal of having youth enter the field of economics and use the knowledge to rethink the economy for their communities.

Apply Here: https://www.seedsoffortune.org/apply

Deadline: 1/19/2026

DO I QUALIFY?

Currently a High School Junior (Class of 2027)
Household Income of $125,000 or less
- (Both custodial and non-custodial parental combined income must be below $125,000 or less)
3.0 GPA +
Must attend a public or parochial school
(ALL genders and backgrounds are welcome to apply.)

Notre Dame University Summer Leadership Experience - Deadline to Apply: 1/21/2026

Are you looking for an opportunity to better your leadership skills? Apply to the competitive 10 day leadership seminar at Notre Dame University! https://precollege.nd.edu/leadership-seminars/

Only open to current juniors. At least 16 years old by 8/1/2026.

Deadline to Apply: 1/21/2026

Program Dates: 7/18/2026 - 7/29/2026

Tuition, housing, and meals will be covered by the university if admitted.

Internship with the Manhattan's District Attorney Office - Applications Open: 1/26/2026

Are you interested in the world of law and criminal justice? Intern with the Manhattan's District Attorney's office! https://manhattanda.org/careers/internship-opportunities/high-school-internship/

Applications Open: 1/26/2026

Application Checklist: 1) One-Page Resume; 2) 300 Word Essay discussing your interest in criminal justice

Requirements: 1) You must live in Manhattan; 2) You must be a current junior or senior; 3) You must commit to attend for FULL in the summer from 6/29/26 - 7/31/26

Apollo Theater Arts Administration Internship - Deadline: 1/30/26, for Seniors Only

Apply here: https://www.apollotheater.org/education/arts-administration-internship

Deadline: 1/30/26, for Seniors Only

Duration of Program: 3x's a Week, Around 10 week commitment, March - May

The Apollo Theater Academy Arts Administration Internship is ten (10) weeks in length. Interns work onsite at The Apollo on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays weekly during after-school hours (3:00-6:00 PM EST). Additionally, interns will be assigned to attend special events at The Apollo. Before applying, please strongly consider whether or not you can commit to attending the entire program.

What You'll Do: Learn about the impact of arts administration on live and recorded productions at The Apollo, and develop a concept for the signature summer event, Teen Takeover.

Pathfinder Computer Science & Tech Paid Internship - Application Due: 2/13/2026

NYU Endless Frontiers Program; For Students interested in entrepreneurship, technology, and science. - Deadline: 2/17/26

About the Program: https://endlessfrontierlabs.com/home

Deadline: 2/17/26

Apply here: https://nyuefl.smapply.io/prog/efl_ya_app25-26/

Endless Frontier Labs invites high school students interested in the intersections of entrepreneurship, technology, and/or science-based innovation to apply for our 2025-2026 Young Ambassadors cohort! During the EFL Young Ambassadors experience, students will have the opportunity to shadow world-renowned scientists, CEOs, and business leaders and observe their meetings with startup founders in the Endless Frontier Labs startup program.

Students will be admitted on a rolling basis. Applicants who would like to be considered for earlier meeting days (Fall 2025) should apply ASAP. If admitted, students will attend at least one (1) EFL Meeting Day. The EFL program will be operating in a hybrid model this year. In-person and virtual meeting days are indicated below. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].

NYU Tandon - Research in Science and Engineering - Application Due: 2/21/26 Requirement: 10th or 11th grader when applying.

If you are interested in science or engineering, here is a rare free summer pre-college opportunity at NYU Tandon's School of Engineering. https://www.nyu.edu/admissions/high-school-and-middle-school-programs/high-school-programs/applied-research-in-science-and-engineering.html

Application Due: 2/21/26

Requirement: 10th or 11th grader when applying.

Program Duration:

Interviews: March 17-21 & March 30-31
Orientation: May 30

June 2-27 (remote workshops during evening hours); June 30-August 7 (In-Person work in labs); August 8 (Summer session end date & colloquium presentation date)

NYU GSTEM - Deadline: 3/2/26, juniors only

GSTEM is a six-week summer program for high school students with an interest in pursuing academic and career paths in STEM. Students are paired with a STEM professor or researcher and work on individual projects in a field of their choosing. In addition to earning first-hand research experience in real STEM labs, students take weekly field trips to meet women working in a variety of STEM fields.

Apply here: https://wp.nyu.edu/gstem/about-us/

Applications open 2/1/26.

Financial aid: https://wp.nyu.edu/gstem/financial-aid-and-scholarships/

Apollo Theater, Production Internship - Applications Due: 3/7/26, for Juniors Only

Interested in how to put on theatre productions, specifically the technical pieces?

Applications Due: 3/7/25, for Juniors Only

Learn how to apply technical elements of theater such as lighting design, audio engineering, videography, carpentry, and production design, to live and recorded stage productions from the pros at The Apollo

Apply here:https://www.apollotheater.org/education/technical-internship

Volunteer with the Central Park Conservancy

Volunteer with the New York Botanical Garden in the Bronx

NYC Parks - Ranger Conservation Corps Internship

DOROT Summer Teen Internship

Working with aging Seniors is a great way to give back to your community.

Apply Here: https://www.dorotusa.org/volunteer/summer-teen-internship/

DOROT’s Summer Teen Internship is a selective, four-week program for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Interns join a diverse group of socially conscious peers to build vital social connections with older adults. Our internship is a life-changing experience in which you can give back to your community while earning over 100 service hours.

The Met - Summer Internship

Application Information Available: February 2026

More Information/Apply: https://www.metmuseum.org/opportunities/internships/summer-internships-for-high-school-students

The Met High School Internship Program offers paid opportunities for students who are in grades 10 and 11 or are obtaining their High School Equivalency and who, on the application deadline date, reside in and attend a high school or home school in either New York, New Jersey, or Connecticut. This program allows students to connect with art, museums, and creative professionals as they develop professional skills, network, and gain work experience.

NY Science Museum Explainer

Apply Here: https://nysci.org/become-a-nysci-explainer

Known as Explainers, Science Career Ladder participants engage the museum’s half-million annual visitors in creative STEM learning and serve as positive role models for our preK – 8th grade student audience and each other. As part of their experience at NYSCI, Explainers participate in programming that focuses on college success, career-building, professional mentorships and research training.

Open application periods:

April 1st - May 1st
August 1st - September 1st
December 1st - January 2nd

NYU Extracurricular Opportunities

STEM Programs

1. Machine Learning Program:
  1. Application deadline: April 21
  2. Credits: Non-credits
  3. Cost: $3,050 Tuition, $308 Per Week for Housing (optional), and $192 Per 10 Meal Packages plus $30 Dining Bucks (optional)
  4. Program dates (divide by sections):
    1. Session 1: June 16 - 27 (Orientation June 13 via Zoom from 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM ET)
    2. Session 2: July 7 - 18 (Orientation July 1 via Zoom from 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM ET)
    3. Session 3: July 28 - August 8 (Orientation July 25 via Zoom from 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM ET)
  5. Application link: https://k12stem.engineering.nyu.edu/programs/ml
2. Coding for Games Design (ONLY for summer semester):
  1. Deadline: April 30, 2026
  2. Credits: non-credits
  3. Cost: $2,745
  4. Programs dates:
    1. Section 1: July 07-18 (In Person)
    2. Section 2: July 28-Aug 8 (In person)
  5. Application link: https://steinhardt.nyu.edu/create/high-school-summer-programlink:
3. Science and Technology Entry Program (STEP):
  1. Fall and Spring Applications are over. Summer application will be available March 1.