Science Opportunities for GBS Students
Pathways in Physical Science @ Argonne
Summer 2024 Argonne is also hosting a Pathways in Physical Sciences Summer School for current high school seniors.
July 8-August 2
$500/week stipend plus meal per diem, housing and travel reimbursement available
Code Elevate
Summer 2024 Rising 10-12th grade high school girls of color are invited to apply for the 2024 Code Elevate cohort. The program runs from Monday-Thursday, from 9 AM - 3 PM, in mid-July at Oakton College (Skokie Campus). The application deadline is April 15, 2024. They can visit linktr.ee/codeelevate for the application and to learn more about the program.
Click here to apply by April 15, 2024
Project Seed - ACS Internships
Summer 2024 Two internship positions available through the Chicago Section of the American Chemical Society
Summer Science Camp Opportunities at Midwest Universities
Summer 2024 Learn more about these summer programs at the links below.
University of Chicago (free)
Michigan State (cost)
Carleton College (cost)
Michigan Tech (cost - scholarships available)
University of Michigan (cost)
University of Wisconsin-Madison Engineering Summer Program (cost)
University of Minnesota - Discover STEM (non-residential)
University of Illinois Urbana Champaign
Purdue - current 6-8 graders (virtual)
Application Deadline: varies by program
2024 Dr. Lawrence International Summer Science Institute
Summer 2024 Learn more about this summer science institute in Israel here. Available for graduating seniors.
Application Deadline: April 1, 2024
Notre Dame Summer DNA Learning Center
Summer 2024 Explore science this summer at Notre Dame's DNA learning center.
Application Deadline: Spring 2024
GirlCon 2024
Summer 2024 Check out the Girl Con 2024 Program. This is a summer program in the Chicago area for girls interested in STEAM.
Application Deadline: Nov 12, 2023
STEAM Scholars
2023-24 School Year Congressman Schneider is offering a STEAM Scholars Program. The STEAM Scholar Program is an exciting educational opportunity launched by Congressman Brad Schneider for sophomore and junior high school students. The program aims to connect highly motivated students interested in science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics with hands-on learning experiences.
Application Deadline: September 30
Purdue University - Virtual Short Course (Engineering)
Summer 2023 Purdue University Engineering is offering a virtual short course this summer for advanced students in grades 9-12 who have had algebra and show an interest in machine learning.
Science Research Opportunities @ Northwestern
Saturday, February 18, 2023 Would you like to possibly do research at Northwestern? How could you get connected to research scientists there? Querrey InQbation Lab invites high school students and teachers to learn from Northwestern professors as they showcase their research to local high school students! We hope these talks get students excited about their respective research and the commercial opportunities their technologies present.
Midwest University Career Institute for High School Students
August 1-4, 2023 Are you interested in exploring a health care career and would like to find a way to experience this first hand? This may be an opportunity for you to consider.
Apply by May 1: Click here for information
Summer Internship with State Senator Laura Fine
Summer 2023 Are you or do you know a recent high school graduate or college student interested in local and state government? State Senator are holding a Summer 2023 Internship Program for high school graduates! Interns will gain experience with legislative research, working with constituents and state agencies, and connecting with community members at local events.
Apply by April14 by sending your resume and a 1-2 page writing sample or statement of interest to patrick@senatorfine.com.
DNA Summer Science Camp @ Nortre Dame
Summer 2023 Intersted in exploring DNA more deeply? Pursue a summer science camp such as this one at Notre Dame.
Quantum Quickstart @ University of Chicago
Summer 2023 Are you a 9th or 10th grader intersted in high level quantum science research?
Click here for information and to Apply by March 15
Neubauer Phenoix STEM Scholars @ University of Chicago
Summer 2023 Are you an 11th grader intersted in a one-week experience with world-class professors for U of C?
Click here for information and to Apply by March 1
Exploring Solutions to Global Problems @ University of Chicago
Summer 2023 Are you a 10th or 11th grader intersted in explore global science issues with other top science students and excellent U of C faculty?
Click here for information and to Apply by March 1
Saturday Morning Physics
Saturday Mornings, Spring 2023 Fermilab is once again hosting its popular Saturday Morning Physics program for high school students. The program, consisting of lectures, tours, and panel presentations, will be held REMOTELY. Classes will run on 11 consecutive Saturdays from Jan. 21-April 1, 2023, and will provide high school students with an introduction to the science being done at Fermilab. Each week builds on previous weeks; students completing the program will receive a Certificate of Accomplishment.
IIT Chem Scholars Program
Summer 2023 This program serves as a platform to motivate enthusiastic high school students to participate in hands-on chemistry research during summer weeks. The program is free for students who are accepted into the program.
Click here for information and to apply (by March 30, 2023)
STEAM Scholars through Congressman Schneider's Office
2022-23 The STEAM Scholar Program is an exciting educational opportunity that the Congressman launched in 2018 for high school students in our community. The program aims to connect highly motivated students interested in science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics with hands-on learning experiences throughout our district. Students selected to participate in the STEAM Scholars program will have the opportunity to visit four STEAM-related businesses and facilities during the 2022-2023 school year. On these visits, students will have the chance to participate in discussions with local employees, business owners, and educators, and learn more about the STEAM career opportunities in our backyard. This program is open to all rising Sophomores and Juniors who live in or attend high schools located within Illinois’s Tenth Congressional District. Due to space constraints, we will only be selecting two applicants per high school for participation in this competitive program.
Click here for information and to apply (by Sept 16, 2022)
Grove Interniship
2022-23 Interested in doing an internship at The Grove?
See Mr. Rylander in the Science office for more information
Argonne National Labs Summer Camps for High School Students
Summer 2023 Free summer coding and data analysis camps for 9-12th grade students
CLICK HERE for more information and to apply
Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship
January 2023 Scholarship for Future Engineering Students with Financial Need
CLICK HERE for more information and to apply (by Jan, 2023)
Oakton Community College STEM Scholars
For 2022-23 Need-based scholarships for students planning to attend Oakton Community College and who would like to study a STEM field.
CLICK HERE for more information and to apply during Spring 2022
Johns Hopkins Summer Science & Engineering Programs
Summer 2023 Find out about this summer program for high school students.
CLICK HERE for more information and to apply
Drake University Physics and Astronomy Contest
February 2023 Find out about this test and scholarship opportunity for current sophomores, juniors, or seniors.
CLICK HERE for more information and to apply
Glenview's Got STEAM
2022-23 Glenview's got STEAM is a program that holds workshops to inspire girls to develop confidence in STEAM fields and endeavors. The workshops are held almost every month of the school year and feature a specific topic, such as robotics or coding. The students attending these workshops are 5th-8th graders. As a board member, your role is to plan the workshops and lead them. However, no STEAM experience is required to become involved with the program! As long as you are interested in STEAM and would like to become more involved outside of school, this program is perfect for you.
CLICK HERE for more information
National Girls Collaborative Project (many STEM programs for girls)
Many programs throughout the year CLICK HERE for more information
Teen Opportunities at the Adler Planetarium
Throughout the year CLICK HERE for more information
Chicago Architecture Foundation Programs (high school student programs)
Throughout the year CLICK HERE for more information
Girls who Code
Throughout the year CLICK HERE for more information
NCWIT - Coding for Women (high school girls)
Award applications open in Fall 2023 CLICK HERE for more information
Expand Your Horizons (high school girls)
Many Chicago-area STEM programs for girls CLICK HERE for more information
WISTEM - Women In Science & Engineering
GBS Club Contact Ms. Serling, science office
Science Olympiad
GBS Competition Team Contact Ms. Serikaku or Ms. Roumeliotis, science office
Engineering Club and Vex Robotics Teams
GBS Competition Team Sinde & Mr. Zummo, CTE office