Leadership
Opportunities
Leadership academies can help students build skills such as communication and team work. These activities are great to add to your college applications, and they are good ways to start building a network and making connections with people in the community.
West Point’s Summer Leaders Experience (SLE).
At West Point we develop Leaders of Character, and we are looking for high-achieving young people who are in great standing with their school and community, and who want to challenge themselves. Please see the attached flyer to share with your students, educators, and parents!
What is SLE?
• SLE is a one-week program for current Juniors (High School Class of 2025) to visit West Point in June.
• Students in this program get to spend the week with our cadets, live in the barracks, and eat in the mess hall.
• Learn about West Point’s world class academics by trying 4 of our 17 academic workshops.
• Learn about military training and becoming a Leader of Character at West Point by completing two military days to include rappelling, Zodiac boats, combatives (like Jiu-Jitsu) training and more!
• Challenge themselves physically by attempting the Candidate Fitness Assessment, conducting physical training, and sports.
• Complete their admissions interview with a cadet.
• Spend the week making friends with other students from all over the US who are applying to West Point.
Learn more about SLE- https://www.westpoint.edu/admissions/summer-program
Apply now- https://apply.westpoint.edu/portal/candidate
2024 SLE FYLER.pdfiLead Law and Leadership Conference (iLead)
https://jtbapo.tfaforms.net/5074490
For over 30 years, JTB has been dedicated to inspiring young minds and fostering diversity within the legal profession and judiciary through tailored pipeline programs. Our initiatives, spanning Middle School and High Good Summer Legal Institutes, law student externships, undergraduate seminars, in-school programming for underserved and minority high school and college students, to national conferences, unite diverse legal leaders from local communities.
JTB is hosting the iLead Law and Leadership Conference on February 19, 2024, at the Thurgood Marshall School of Law. We're thrilled to share that Judge Alfred Bennett, Judge Vanessa Gilmore (ret.), Judge Yvonne Ho, and several law firm partners will be actively participating in the event. This conference aims to provide a valuable and engaging experience for high school students interested in the legal profession.
Event Details:
Date: February 19, 2024 (Out of School Day)
Time: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Thurgood Marshall School of Law
Cost: FREE
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Snack provided at no cost!
The conference will feature a variety of workshops and legal exercises, offering students insights into the world of law and leadership. It's not only a learning opportunity but also a chance for participants to network with like-minded peers. They will have the opportunity to interact with federal judges, attorneys, and law students. Additionally, a select few students will have the chance to receive gift cards and exclusive swag!
2024 iLead Flyer.pdfRice University Vietnamese Student Association (VSA) College Leadership Workshop (CLW)
Saturday, October 14th from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Check in starts at 8:00 a.m.
CLW’s goal is to help high school students and parents navigate the college admissions process through workshops about college admissions (including financial aid, essays, extracurriculars, etc.), a campus tour, small groups led by current college students, essay feedback, and workshops for parents.
Registration is open at https://bit.ly/registerclw
The $10.00 fee per participant includes breakfast, lunch, all workshops/resources, and a t-shirt.
Additional information can be found on the CLW webpage at https://vsa.rice.edu/college-leadership-workshop/
Fall 2023 HSIP CST Flyer.pdfHSIP will run over the course of 9 Saturday afternoons (September 30th to November 25th) with high school students gaining an introduction to the health sciences field. Students will be hearing from a great array of graduate students, research professors and health professionals as they learn more about the academic, research and professional components of the health sciences. They will also have the opportunity to take workshops on various topics like college admissions and work on a group research project. Students can choose from two sessions (12pm - 3pm or 3 - 6pm PST).
C-SIP Fall 2023 CST Flyer.pdfC-SIP will run over the course of 9 Saturday afternoons (October 7th to December 2nd) with high school students learning about their future opportunities in the world of computer science as it relates to college, a technology career and making a positive impact. Students will be hearing from a great array of technology professionals who will speak about fields such as web design, software development, user experience as well as organization operations. They will also have the opportunity to take workshops on various topics like college admissions and work on a team project related to technology. Students can choose from two sessions (2 - 5pm or 5 - 8pm PST).
Leadership High School
Leadership High School is a dynamic leadership development and community awareness program for high school sophomores and juniors in the Lone Star College service area. The program offers a curriculum that allows students to recognize and develop personal leadership skills, explore best leadership practices, and learn how to initiate positive change in their community.
The program begins in October with an Orientation and Retreat followed by interactive monthly growth sessions from November to March concluding with a completion celebration in April. These sessions offer students the opportunity to engage in one-on-one discussions with community leaders from diverse backgrounds and industries.
Two students from your high school will be selected for this unique opportunity.
Please visit https://www.lonestar.edu/leadership-highschool.htm for additional information and to access the online application.
One letter of recommendation is required as part of the application process.
The application deadline is September 22, 2023.
leadership high school 2023-24.pdfThe 2023 Young Women’s Empowerment Summit hosted by the Texas Diversity Council
This year’s event will take place on Friday, October 6th from 8:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
While registration opens at 8:00 a.m., we understand that some students will arrive a little later and may have to leave earlier, which are both okay.
This event is one of the most empowering and fulfilling events of the year and it’s FREE!
Please register no later than Friday, September 22nd. https://txdc.org/events/2023-gulf-coast-young-womens-empowerment-summit/
2023 Young Women's Empowerment Summit_Flyer.pdfTurnUp:
A non-partisan, non-profit organization dedicated to increasing youth voter registration and turnout
SA $100 paid civic fellowship opportunity for students at Cypress Woods High School. We are hiring students at Cypress Woods High School to serve as campus voter registration fellows. Fellows will perform a total of 1-2 hours of work over the course of 2 weeks to help register students to vote in their high school. The application link is here at bit.ly/hsvotes and the deadline for applications is rolling.
This opportunity is fully remote and will engage students, either individually or on teams, to register voters at their high school. The time commitment is flexible and allows students to tailor their voter registration initiatives to the unique needs of their schools. Each student/team is trained by experienced organizers on voter registration, is sent all the materials they need to host a drive, and maintains direct contact with one of our staff supervisors throughout the process!
In addition to the $100 stipend, this fellowship is a great opportunity for resume and skill building, as well as for receiving a valuable letter of recommendation. Since 2020, our program has successfully supported thousands of students in registering their peers to vote, allowing them to grow to become more capable and responsible citizens.
Apprenticeship Readiness Program/Multi-Craft Core Curriculum
Now accepting applications for cohort 12 and will begin interviews on February 13th for a class start date of April 17th.
For students interested in a career in the building and construction trades.
A video is available at www.ARPMC3.com that gives an overview of our program and requirements.
Cohort 12 Flyer.pdfHugh O’Brian Youth Leadership (HOBY) - for Sophomores
HOBY provides transformative leadership development training that has positively impacted the lives of over 500,000 high school students around the world. With 70+ seminars taking place across the United States each spring/summer, these programs are proven to cultivate personal growth and leadership development while expanding awareness and building new connections throughout the state.
Students in the past have represented your school at HOBY seminars, and we are hopeful this year will bring another student from Cypress Woods High School ! Each year, 8,500+ students leave HOBY seminars with with a better sense of their leadership abilities, tangible ways to lead diverse groups, and a challenge to serve their communities. Now is your chance to send a sophomore from your school to HOBY for this enriching experience.
View https://hoby.org/ for details.
Morgan Luttrell, Volunteer-Based Internship
Morgan Luttrell's congressional campaign for TX-08 is recruiting interns for the duration of the general election.
This an excellent opportunity for students to build resumes and establish rapport for their future professional and academic careers. Interns will gain experience within our campaign by strengthening their interpersonal skills through constituent interaction (via canvassing and phone banking). In addition, depending on their location near our headquarters, they will be able to gain professional office experience and will have the opportunity to attend events with Mr. Luttrell.
Mr. Luttrell was born and raised in Willis, Texas, and grew up locally in our district. This is an excellent opportunity for students to be involved with Mr. Luttrell.
Harris County Clerk Needs Civic Minded Students
In Texas, high school students age 16 years and older can get paid to work on Election Day. We would like to encourage students across Harris County to apply to work in the upcoming November 8, 2022 cycle. Please note this is not a guaranteed position
When students serve on Election Day they receive:
· $17 an hour
· Paid training
· An excused absence from school (up to 2 days per school year)
· A letter of recommendation from Elections Administrator
New this year!! When students apply, an email will be sent directly to the principal for their consent.
Wesley Hunt Internship Program.pdfJoin #TeamHunt
Wesley Hunt Campaign for Congressional District 38
District 38 includes Cypress Woods Highschool. As a Wesley Hunt Intern, we can offer you service hours, leadership experience, letters of recommendation, and a personal connection to Wesley. On top of all of that, students can say that they helped elect a new congressman with a bright future ahead of him.
Internship Opportunity for Students
Lesley Briones, a candidate for Harris County Commissioner Precinct 4, is looking for interns, of all experience levels, to join our grassroots campaign team.
What are the benefits of this Internship?
This internship will teach your students the nuts and bolts of creating and growing a grassroots field program, how to successfully run a GOTV (Get-Out-the-Vote) operation, and will give them access to professional campaign staff with years of high level experience on top statewide campaigns.
Our campaign is on the cutting edge of modern campaign technology and tactics, and joining this campaign provides your students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with techniques most other campaigns aren’t using yet.
The campaign internship program is designed to be an informative and educational experience – providing an entry-level launching point for future careers in politics or continued civic engagement here in Houston. Program participants will engage with voters in their communities, learn from and work directly with seasoned campaign staff, and hear from a number of guest speakers. Hours are flexible and will be worked into your student’s school schedules. We are more than happy to write letters of recommendation for interns who complete our program, which ends after the election on May 24th.
How do students apply?
To apply for an internship or a fellowship with the Lesley Briones County Commissioner Campaign, email a copy of your resume to Levi@Lesleybriones.com with the subject line “Intern Applicant” or fill out an application at https://forms.gle/zwAf5NEXzSGYo8Ue9
The Texas Teen Climate Campaign
A great opportunity for students to earn community service hours to enhance resumes, fulfill honor society requirements, and help our country. The Texas Teen Climate Campaign is a student-led campaign to involve teens in civic participation to fight climate change. It is run by teens with strong support and direction from the Sierra Club and Citizens Climate Lobby, both nonpartisan, nonprofit organizations.
The future of our planet is already a concern for many teens and it can feel overwhelming. Taking advantage of this opportunity gives them a chance to make a real difference right now.
If you are interested, read the full plan or reach out to Bob Hendricks, the project coordinator, at TxTeenClimCampaign@gmail.com.
Recruitment Flyer to Give_Send to Teens.pdfNYU's College Access Leadership Institute
Rising juniors and seniors can apply for NYU's College Access Leadership Institute beginning February 1st. This weeklong college readiness program will be virtual year and is open to students within the US. Learn more.
Houston Forensic Science Center flyer (2).pdfSam Houston Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, Exploring Career Program
Exploring is Learning for Life’s career education program for young men and women who are 14 (and have completed the eighth grade) or 15 to 21 years old.
Exploring is based on a unique and dynamic relationship between youth and the organizations in their communities. Local community organizations initiate an Explorer post by matching their people and program resources to the interests of young people in the community. The result is a program of activities that helps youth pursue their special interests, grow, and develop.
Apprenticeship Opportunity
DOW Apprenticeship Program in the Houston area with the U.S. Apprentice Program
DOW Apprenticeship Program Info.docxOklahoma State University
McKnight Scholars Leadership Program
For students who demonstrate a commitment to service and have a proven record of leadership.
Out-of-state students who apply will be considered for a scholarship that waives the out-of-state portion of tuition for four years, plus $5,000 during each of their first two years! Selected scholars will take part in the McKnight Scholars Leadership Program, which includes a leadership course.
Students should apply to OSU, if they haven't already. Once they've been admitted to OSU, they should return to the OSU application portal to apply to the McKnight program, submit their essays, and have one or more mentor(s) submit recommendation letters on their behalf.
The first round application deadline is Nov. 1. Students who apply will be notified in December. The second round application deadline is Feb. 1. Students who meet this deadline will be notified of the decision in March.
HAS_Bookmark_August2020.pdfTexas Aerospace Scholars Program
Please see the attached flyer for more information.
Applications are being accepted until October 21, 2021.
A nationwide program in which volunteer design professionals in
the Architectural, Construction, and Engineering
industry work together to mentor high school students and inspire them to pursue
careers in design and construction. Our mission is to engage, excite and
enlighten high school students to pursue careers in architecture, engineering,
and construction through mentoring and to support their continued advancement
in the industry.
The new academic year will start in October for the next generation of architects, engineers, and contractors from Cypress Woods High School!
ACE Houston is planning an exciting year of curriculum, including construction site visits, career presentations, real-life group projects, and hands-on activities for the 2021-2022 mentor year. The safety of our students and mentors is our number one priority, so we will be offering a hybrid program with both virtual and in-person options for students to participate. There is no cost for students to participate, there are no GPA requirements, and we offer scholarships to students who graduate from our program.
2021 ACE Houston Students Flyer.pdfHouston Basketball Academy Internship Program
Interested in the Sports Industry? Here is a Local Organization Looking for Interns. Opportunities for coaching, marketing, videography, and more!
Internship Presentation.pptxMichael McCaul * Congress
Looking for Interns
McCaul for Congress Internship Flier.pdfHarris County Republican Party Internship
No experience necessary - just an interest in politics, a good work ethic, dedication, and willingness to listen, learn, and work hard.
Internship Application.pdf