A variety of volunteer and paid opportunities are available for teens ages 13 through 19. Different programs happen throughout the year and have different application deadlines. See the website and info sheet for more information.
The Artemis Project is a five-week summer program for rising 9th grade girls focused on computer science. Participants learn computer languages such as Scratch, AppInventor, HTML, CSS, and Python. They also are introduced to cryptography, artificial intelligence, robotics, and circuits. In addition, they learn how computer science is applied in the real world by hearing from guest speakers and visiting local industries. BU undergraduates majoring in Computer Science or Engineering lead the program. A nonrefundable registration fee of $100 is required of all participants after they have been accepted into the program. Proof of COVID vaccination is required to attend the program.
Dates: TBD
Location: Boston University
Grades: Young women entering 9th grade in fall 2022. Must live in and attend school in Massachusetts. Priority will be given to students in Boston and those who live within a 15-mile radius of the city.
Cost: $100 nonrefundable registration fee (after acceptance into program)
Application Deadline: May 1st
More Information: https://www.bu.edu/lernet/artemis/index.html
Codebreakers is a program for young women who are currently either freshmen or sophomores in high school and who are interested in learning about computer security. Graduate and undergraduate coordinators will teach participants how to apply basic security concepts through gaming, modeling, and simulation development. Students also will learn to program in python, as well as about robotics, digital forensics, cryptography, system vulnerability and cyberethics. During the program participants also will investigate exciting careers by hearing from guest speakers from state, local and federal agencies and professionals, perhaps visiting a local facility.
Dates: TBD
Location: Boston University
Grades: Young women in grades 9 and 10
Cost: $100 nonrefundable registration fee
Application Deadline: May 1st
More Information: https://www.bu.edu/lernet/cyber/index.html
Boston University AI4ALL is a program promoting greater diversity and inclusion in the field of Artificial Intelligence. Young women, or those who identify as female, currently in their sophomore or junior year of high school in the Boston area are welcome to apply. During the 3-week program, participants will explore the field of AI through team projects, industry field trips, and presentations from guest speakers. The program will conclude with a small group research project and a presentation for friends and family. BU AI4ALL does not charge an application fee or tuition, however all students accepted into the online program pay a $100 non-refundable registration fee.
Dates: TBD
Location: Boston University
Grades: Young women in grades 10 and 11
Cost: $100 nonrefundable registration fee
Application Deadline: May 1st
More Information: https://www.bu.edu/lernet/AI4ALL/index.html