Student Enrichment Opportunities

Students in our program are encouraged to take advantage of the many enrichment opportunities available during the school year and summer. To get all of the latest announcements and learn more about opportunities, students should join the Engineering Academy Canvas Page: Click Here.

The programs below offer students the chance to learn new things, often material above and beyond the scope of our courses. Many of these programs also provide students with unparalleled access to a community of professors, industry professionals, and people on the cutting-edge of research, technology, and innovation. Often in life it is who you know, not what you know, that gives you a competitive edge in your career. Making connections with professional adults as well as like-minded peers in these programs can help build a strong professional network for the future.

The list below represents programs that have been highly recommended with many of our academy students previously enrolled. The information will be updated only periodically, so please use the links provided to learn more detailed and specific information about each program such as costs and dates. For more opportunities throughout the year, students should check the Canvas Opportunities Page as well.

Application: January - February

Description: 4-week summer learning program in various math/science topics offered at the following UC campuses - UC Davis, UC Irvine, UC Santa Cruz, UC San Diego. Cost ~$3,000

Time: June - August

Application: December - March

Description: 6-week summer research program at UC Santa Barbara. Cost $4,500.

Time: June - August

Application: December - March

Description: 4-week summer research program at UC Santa Barbara focused on project-based STEM research. Cost $2,100 (tuition only).

Time: June - August

Application: September - February

Description: 8-12 week summer internships working with LLNL scientists on their current research, opportunities to continue year-round . Costs $0, these are typically paid positions.

Time: Year-round (check website as dates are added often)

Application: October - March

Description: 8-10 week summer internships held at various NASA centers

Time: June - August

Application: October - April

Description: 8-12 week summer internships working with Sandia scientists on their current research, opportunities to continue year-round . Costs $0, these are typically paid positions.

Time: Year-round (check website as dates are added often)