Eligibility:  This program is open to 14-18 year olds.

Young Women at the Helm is specifically for female identifying students, Young Men at the Helm for male identifying students, and Queerwater for LGBTQ+ identifying students. If you are interested in sailing, environmental science, or just making new friends in a unique environment, this experience is for YOU!

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Hudson River Sloop Clearwater invites you to be a part of a unique experience this summer onboard the tall ship Clearwater. A replica of a 19th century Hudson River sailboat, the Clearwater acts as a floating environmental classroom and seeks to inspire lifelong love for the natural world and stewardship for the Hudson River. This year, we are offering three Youth Empowerment Programs: Young Women at the Helm, Young Men at the Helm and LGBTQ+ Youth at the Helm ("Queerwater"). These programs specifically seek to engage young people from throughout the Hudson Valley, from small towns to big cities, in discovering and developing new talents and abilities in an amazing, unconventional, unforgettable (and FREE!) experience! 

• Queerwater: July 19th--July 21st, pick up and drop off at Dyckman, camping in Alpine.

• Young Women at the Helm: August 2nd--August 4th, pick up and drop off in Poughkeepsie, Camping in Cold Spring and Beacon.

• Young Men at the Helm: August 16th--August 18th pick up and drop off in Poughkeepsie, camping in Cold Spring and Beacon. 

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Eligibility: Seniors who will enroll in college Fall 2024, Rising Seniors (current juniors) 

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Bottom Line supports first-gen college students from underserved communities to get in to college, to graduate, & to go far. Students who join our Access & Success programs receive free, personalized advising for up to 7 years. All students receive career related experience through our Career Connections Team. 

Access Program for Rising Seniors 

Our Access Program for rising seniors (current juniors) supports students with a free, personalized, advisor throughout the entire college application process.

Success Program  for Current Seniors

Our Success program supports rising 1st year freshman (current seniors) in their journey to college graduation &  the launch of their career with a free personalized advisor. Advisors support in the areas of Degree, Employment, Financial Aid, & Life. Bottom Line provides College Success services to students who attend a select group of "Target Colleges". See our one-pager for additional information and a list of Target Colleges.

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Eligibility: Open to high school students in NYC and Newark who identify as young women and/or gender-expansive youth, and who have NOT completed SNLP Summer Institute in the past.

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Sadie Nash Leadership Project (SNLP) promotes leadership and activism among young women and gender-expansive youth in New York City and Newark, New Jersey. We strengthen, empower, and equip youth as agents for change in their lives and in the world.    

SNLP focuses on the intellectual and personal development of young women and gender-expansive youth of color. Our programming also provides networking opportunities, boosts college applications, and provides youth with a safe, enriching, and creative experience to explore their identity and power. We offer several programs throughout the year - including our flagship program, Summer Institute. If you have any questions or want to learn more, we’re happy to talk. Please reach out to our summer planning team at nashers@sadienash.org

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Eligibility: young leaders, between the ages of 14 and 18,

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 The Youth for Equity and Solidarity Council (YES Council) is the NYC Commission on Human Rights’ council of young leaders, between the ages of 14 and 18, who are interested in working on human rights issues in New York City. These young leaders advise the Commission on how to expand our engagement with young people and help guide our youth programming and events by providing feedback on workshops and trainings, informing us of issues and incidents related to bias and discrimination, and planning youth-related events.

The purpose of the council is to build long-term engagement with young people interested in and committed to the mission of the Commission, and to empower young people to become actively engaged in fostering environments of inclusion and respect. Commission staff supports youth council members with trainings and other opportunities that helps to build their advocacy and organizing skills using a human rights framework. 

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Eligibility: Any student in 9th through 12th grade that is at least 13 years of age can apply. Black, Latinx, and Indigenous students are strongly encouraged to apply.

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Code Next is a free, computer science education program that meets Black, Latinx and Indigenous students in their own communities and provides the skills and inspiration they need for long and rewarding careers in tech and computer science-related elds. Code Next Labs are physical labs where students come in person to learn about all things computer science-related.  If you have any further questions, please reach out to codenext@google.com. This program starts in Fall 2024. 

Accepted Students Gain Access To: 

• The Code Next Lab (micro-kitchen of snacks, 3-d printers, laser cutter, tech equipment, free meals on program days 

• Program offerings like game design, coding and working with hardware- all taught by real Googlers (Google Employees)

• Google and Code Next Swag

• Code Next Email Address 

• Chance to get to know other students in the area 

• Mentorship and Advising 

Location:  CodeNextNYC

316 W 16th Street 

Manhattan, NY 10011

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Eligibility: Rising high school juniors and seniors attending a New York City (all boroughs)

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The Tech Flex Leaders (TFL) Program is an immersive out-of-school time program for juniors and seniors enrolled in a New York City, Los Angeles, or Miami high school. Students who complete the program earm a $1000 stipend.  This program engages students interested in technology through:

• Weekly technical training sessions taught by industry experts

• Intersectional professional development sessions designed to prepare students to confidently pursue degrees and careers in technology

• Career days and mentorship opportunities with representatives from leading technology companies 

Program Schedule:

• The Tech Flex Leaders program meets once a week for 9 months. Cohort options are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday OR Thursday from 4:30 - 7:00 PM.

• Students are required to attend two (2) mandatory Office Hours over the course of the semester to connect with program leadership. 

• Student orientation will take place in-person.

• Technical sessions begin in September. Most sessions will take place via Zoom. Some Technical Sessions, Demo Days and Graduations will be held in-person. Applicants should be able to attend sessions in-person three (3) times a semester. 

For questions, contact nyadmissions@americaontech.org. 

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Eligibility: This program is open to all NYC high school students ages 14–19 

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In this paid internship, New York City teens create community programming grounded in art and activism, collaborating in program design, organizing activities, and promoting young artists who are changing the world. Get paid $16 per hour. Second-year Teen Night Planning Committee members serve as leaders in the program and are paid $17 per hour. Work up to 75 hours for the year! MetroCards will be provided to support weekend and evening work.

Teen Night Planning Committee members:

• Learn about the social movements and political organizing efforts affecting youth today

• Meet educators, artists, and curators to learn about art, public programming, and the Brooklyn Museum’s collections

• Plan, organize, and lead free, large-scale events for New York City teens

• Activate social media to connect teens with art and current events

• Promote Teen Night and other programs to teens across New York City, especially in Brooklyn

• Connect with emerging artists and performers

• Strengthen communication, collaboration, time management, organizational, and event-planning skills

Questions?  Email us at teen.programs@brooklynmuseum.org

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Eligibility: New York City LGBTQ+ teens ages 14–19

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In this paid internship, New York City LGBTQ+ teens ages 14–19 explore gender and sexuality in art through an activist lens, and work collaboratively to organize programs for other queer and trans youth. InterseXtions teens:

• Learn about LGBTQ+ social movements and artists working today

• Meet educators, artists, and curators to learn about art and the Brooklyn Museum’s collections

• Share readings and analyze issues of representation in art and media

• Discuss topics such as feminism, sexuality, and social justice to make connections between art and our world

• Create art expressing their own interpretation of these topics

• Plan, organize, and promote a free, large-scale event for LGBTQ+ teens and their allies

• Connect with community organizations and emerging artists and performers

• Build affirming, joyful community spaces for other queer and trans youth

• Strengthen communication, collaboration, critical thinking, advocacy, time management, and media literacy skills

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Eligibility: High School aged, Identify as Male Student of Color , no coding experience necessary 

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All Star Code creates economic opportunity by developing a new generation of boys and young men of color with an entrepreneurial mindset who have the tools they need to succeed in a technological world.

Choose Your Path: 3 Week Sprint 

3-Week Tech Sprint: Fast-Track Your Coding Skills

CYCLE ONE: July 8, 2024 - July 26, 2024

CYCLE TWO: July 29, 2024 - August 16, 2024

Target Audience: High-school age young men of color seeking a quick, immersive dive into tech.

Key Features: Intense coding instruction in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Workshops on problem-solving and critical thinking and tailored engagements with tech professionals and guest speakers.

Outcome: Develop a solid foundation in coding and gain insights into the tech industry.

CHOOSE YOUR PATH: 6-WEEK MARATHON

6-Week Tech Marathon: Your Exclusive Gateway to Tech

July 8, 2024 - August 16, 2024

*Limited to 50 Students - Exclusive Opportunity*

Target Audience: This program is tailored for a select group of highly motivated students who demonstrate a deep commitment to mastering the complexities of computer science and technology.

Exclusive Advantages (Beyond the 3-Week Sprint): Advanced Curriculum Delve into sophisticated web development and software engineering topics, designed for those aspiring to excel in tech.

Demo Day: A chance to showcase exceptional coding talent through a capstone project for partners, mentors and donors.

Privileged Access to Industry Leaders: Partake in exclusive site visits to leading tech companies, gaining invaluable exposure and insights into the professional tech world. Leadership and Mentorship Opportunities: Engage in unique roles within tech communities, enhancing your leadership skills and forming mentor-mentee relationships with industry experts.

Outcome: Acquire comprehensive coding skills, complete a significant project, and gain deeper industry insights.

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Eligibility: Rising high school juniors and seniors currently attending a New York City (all boroughs)

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TECH360 Summer Boot Camp is America on Tech’s 3-week training program for rising high school juniors and seniors. Students enrolled in the program learn the fundamentals of web design and development from America on Tech instructors and software engineers working at technology companies. Most sessions will be hosted via Zoom and students who complete the program will receive a $500 stipend.

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