1. Teen photo is our FREE photography after school program. Our program curriculum focuses on visual literacy, storytelling and articulation, and professional development. We also promote and foster critical thinking, socio-political awareness, and community building. We believe that in a world so saturated with imagery it is instrumental to provide youth with the tools to understand the images they are consuming and the effects they have, and express themselves through the creation of images. Students will attend class one day a week, and will be given a DSLR camera to borrow and take home for the year!

In class students can expect to:

• Discover diverse points of view.

• Uncover how imagery has shaped the world.

• Learn how they can impact the world with image making.

• Participate in photo walks for street and landscape photography.

• Learn how to set up lights and backdrops for studio and fashion photography.

• Attend field trips to arts institutions.

• Learn how to use professional editing software.

Teen Photo looks great on transcripts, resumes, and CV’s, will grant students with access to mentors, provides artistic and academic resources, and professional development. The program starts the week of October 16th and runs through June, and students will choose one day (Wed. or Thurs.) for class, but will retain access to their camera, the library, and the lab for the entirety of the program.

Below, you will find a direct link to the application (it takes less than 5 minutes), as well as the web-page on which the application is housed.

www.tinyurl.com/TeenPhotoApp

https://www.tiltinstitute.org/teen-photo/

2.  The Perry Initiative, Virtual Experience (Orthopedic Surgery or Engineering): The Perry Initiative builds a pipeline for women in engineering and medicine. High school and college students interested in orthopedic surgery or engineering are invited to join the Perry Virtual Experience, a free, 2.5-hour interactive online event featuring women leaders, orthopedic simulations, and biomechanics experiments. This session will take place on Wednesday, 12/4 at 6:00 and students can register HERE. 

3.  Minds Matter of Philadelphia, a mentoring program for high achieving, low income high school students is currently selecting students for our Freshman Bridge Program (a feeder into our traditional 3-year program running from Sophomore to Senior year). The application link is below.

Application Link: https://mindsmatter.tfaforms.net/4850998

Our two primary requirements are academic (minimum of 3.0 GPA) and financial (meet the Federal Income Eligibility Guidelines for free or reduced-priced lunch).

The application deadline is January 15th - it should only take 5-10 minutes to complete! 

Every student that has completed our program has been accepted to a four-year college or university, and we strive to prepare our students for success throughout college and beyond college, including: free ACT Prep, fully-funded attendance at selective pre-college summer programs, and guidance and support throughout the college application and financial aid process. Each Saturday session will focus on one or more of the following: writing/reading/math skills, critical thinking, college application preparation, summer program application prep, mentoring, and life skills - public speaking, debate, networking, etc.

4.  We are currently accepting applications for the 2025 cohort of our Pipeline Dreams: High School Program. The program is a free 12-week hybrid course designed to expose students to careers in healthcare and empower them to create a roadmap to success for a career in the medical field. In the 2025 Cohort and want to reserve 5 seats exclusively for Central HS students.

Program Highlights:

• Weekly online sessions introduce students to health equity concepts, research, and health-allied careers.

• Students work on a health disparity research proposal and compete for a paid summer opportunity.

• Meet and connect with over 20 clinicians of color from across the country.

Key Dates:

• Online Sessions: Tuesdays, 6–8 PM EST (Jan 21–Apr 8)

• In-Person Experiences:

  • Hands-On Healthcare Experience: Feb 8, 2025 (Lancaster, PA)

  • Latino Medical Student Association Northeast Regional Conference: Mar 8, 2025 (Bethlehem, PA)

  • Student Research Expo: Apr 5, 2025 (Lancaster, PA)

**Travel fees are covered for students with two weeks’ advance coordination.

For more details, watch our Pipeline Dreams Mini-Documentary, please see the flyer and application link link: https://bit.ly/pdhs2025, or visit our website www.patientsrwaiting.com/pdhs.

5.  DOING GOOD and INSTRUMENTS FOR SUCCESS are Project 440's free afterschool programs for Philadelphia high school students in 9th through 12th grades.

DOING GOOD is a 12-week program that uses music and the arts to help you learn new skills, including budgeting, project management, communication, goal setting, and more. Then, you will work in groups of five to apply these skills to create a service project that makes an impact in your community.  

• DOING GOOD meets on Mondays and Thursdays, Feb. 3 - May 19, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Temple Center City, 1515 Market Street. Students who meet participation and attendance requirements can earn a stipend of up to $825. 

Students: Apply by January 27 to secure your spot!   

INSTRUMENTS FOR SUCCESS is an 11-week program focused on college readiness and career pathways. Instruments for Success covers all aspects of the college search and selection process, including Trade Schools and Community Colleges. Are you ready to start your college search but don't know where to begin, or are you unsure if you want to attend college? Then, Instruments for Success is for you and helps make what can be an intimidating process easier for you! Eleventh graders are strongly encouraged to apply.

• INSTRUMENTS FOR SUCCESS meets on Wednesdays - Feb. 19 - May. 6, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Temple Center City, 1515 Market St. Students who meet participation and attendance requirements can earn a stipend of up to $200. 

Students: Apply by February 12 to secure your spot! 

We look forward to welcoming you to Project 440 this semester! 

6.  Join NC100BW-PA Education Committee for C-Prep College Application, Scholarship and Essay Writing Workshop on Saturday, February 8, 2025 from 9:30AM - 12:30PM, at Drexel University - LeBow College of Business 3220 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA  19104.

The C-Prep workshop is designed to help prepare young adults for the next steps in their educational journey while empowering black minds. This college preparation workshop is open to all students in grades 9-12. 

Registration is required for students via: https://bit.ly/CPREPESSAYWORKSHOP

NC100BW-PA Education Committee

C-Prep College Application, Scholarship and Essay Writing Workshop 

Saturday, February 8, 2025 

9:30AM - 12:30PM

If you have any questions, please reach out to C-Prep Leads Sisters Kimberly Williams and Chevaughn Satchell via education@nc100bw-pa.org

1. Pennsylvania Governor's School for the Sciences

2. ASPIRE Program at the Hospital of The University of Pennsylvania for high school juniors interested in a Nursing career.  Applications due 11-27-2023

3. Coded by: Kids 

All classes are offered FREE of charge for all students.  From the basics of coding to the complexities of incorporating a startup, our programs equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive at every stage of their entrepreneurial journey.

4. On Saturday, January 27th, 2024, University of Pennsylvania’s Society of Women Engineers (SWE) will be hosting GEARS Day. It is a day-long, no-cost camp intended to educate high school students about engineering professions. The event is held on Penn’s campus. Attendees will participate in hands-on workshops focusing on various engineering disciplines including bioengineering, chemical engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and computer science. They will also get a chance to hear from and speak with engineering professors and college students. We hope that this day will inspire attendees and show them that women and gender minorities are able to enter such fields with vast opportunities available to them.

GEARS will accommodate as many applicants as space and resources allow for the day. All students are welcome to apply. The application will close on December 18th. We will get back to each applicant with final decisions in early January. The link below leads to the application page.

Application link: https://forms.gle/qYanya3JNdZcos8t8

5. The School of Business at Stevens Institute of Technology invites all students in their sophomore or junior year of high school to participate in Stevens Trading Day 2024. Trading Day incorporates both a virtual and live trading competition, as well as educational webinars which are moderated by our finance faculty on topics such as understanding how the stock market works and what inflation is, and how it affects the market, as well as what the intricacies of the cryptocurrency markets are. The trading competition portion of this program is structured as a trading game which allows students to learn about investing in the equities markets in a fun interactive way. Additionally, every student that registers and participates in the trading game will receive a certificate and is encouraged to add this program to their future college applications. 

The 25 students with the top performing portfolios at the end of the month-long virtual investing competition are invited to our campus located in Hoboken, New Jersey for a live trading competition which is held in our Hanlon Financial Systems Center trading labs. At this event, students also hear directly from our finance faculty about the latest trends in the financial industry and get the opportunity to utilize the 24 Bloomberg terminals that we have in our trading labs. 

This year's virtual trading competition will run throughout the month of February, and the live trading event will be held in late March. 

Students, please register here for Trading Day 2024. All students that register will receive instructions on how to use the trading simulator and the complete rules of the trading game.

For more information, please reach out to Lindsay Hartelius at lharteli@stevens.edu or visit our website at: https://www.stevens.edu/school-business-high-school-programs-trading-day  

6. Mathroots is a free summer math program at MIT. √mathroots is a 14-day math accelerator summer program for high-potential high school students from underrepresented backgrounds or underserved communities who are interested in exploring creative topics in mathematics and problem solving. This year, it will take place June 28–July 12 on the MIT campus. Sponsored by the Math department at MIT and MIT PRIMES, the program explores creative problem solving and critical thinking in mathematical topics. Participants will work with a team of MIT instructors who have diverse experiences teaching both research and competition math, and will learn by doing!

All classes, food, and housing costs are generously covered by the program's funders. Students are required to pay for their transportation to and from MIT. However, a limited number of travel scholarships are available for students with need.

Former participants have shared that √mathroots taught them more about the wonderful, complex world that is logic and math, gave them an opportunity to explore exciting ideas and puzzles, and was a life-changing experience. See all the testimonials here.  For more information about the program and the link to the application, visit the website. The √mathroots application is due March 1.

Feel free to reach out directly to mathroots@mit.edu with any questions.

7. New York Tech’s School of Management’s free business bootcamp can help your students stand out in the college application process and prepare them for the business school experience. Through college-level courses taught by our expert faculty, your students get critical training to add to their skill set and resume. Encourage your students to register today! 

Benefits of your students attending the Business Bootcamp:

• Stand out in the college application process.

• Prepare for the business school experience.

• Get critical training to add to their skill set and resume.

• Earn a certificate of completion.

On-campus Business Bootcamp

Our schedule of on-campus courses will be held on the following Wednesdays from 4 to 7 p.m. EST, include:

• July 24: Financial Literacy: Managing Your Personal Finances

• August 28: The ABCs of Standing Out in a Job Interview

Virtual Business Bootcamp

Our schedule of courses will be held on the following Wednesday evenings from 7 to 8 p.m. EST, include:

• January 18: An Introduction to the World of Risk Management

• February 28: The ABC’s of Professional Competencies and Workplace Etiquette

• March 27: The Art of Communicating for Success in an Organization

• April 17: Leadership and Teambuilding Skillsets for the Businessperson

• May 29: Professional's Guide to Managing the Ever Colliding Business and Personal Worlds

• June 26: Resolving Conflict in a Culturally Diverse Business Environment

• July 10: Personal Marketing Plan Using Social Media and Digital Tools

• August 14: A Guide to Investing in Real Estate or the Stock Market; Strategic Planning

A separate registration is required for each workshop.

Register

If you have any questions, please contact Joshua Bienstock at jbiensto@nyit.edu.

8. Are you interested in pursuing STEM? If so, please join us in Drexel’s Society of Women Engineers’ High School Mentorship Program! In this program, you will be paired up with college students in various engineering fields. You will get the chance to learn about different fields in engineering, the careers and opportunities available, as well as receive college preparedness insights and support. Learn more about the program in the flier attached below! If you are interested, please sign up here: https://forms.gle/oSzqcnZFjqFu9YkE7 or scan the QR code! If you have any questions, please contact drexelsweoutreach@gmail.com.

9. Widener Engineering is hosting Engineering Girls Camp on February 24th!

The Philadelphia Section of the Society of Women Engineers and Widener University are once again co-sponsoring a one-day Engineering Girls Camp on the afternoon of Saturday February 24 at Widener University's main campus in Chester, PA. The camp's purpose is to connect girls who have an interest in engineering and computer science with practicing women engineers and female engineering and computer science students. The camp format includes “hands-on” laboratory activities that will highlight some of the technology areas in which engineers and computer scientists work. Funded by corporate donations, the camp is offered free of cost. 

MINI-CAMP TENTATIVE SCHEDULE 

Noon:  Check-in

12:20 - 12:40 pm:  Welcome/Introductions

12:50 - 1:40 pm:  Laboratory Session #1

1:50 - 2:40 pm:  Laboratory Session #2

2:50 - 3:20 pm:  Engineering Student Panel Discussion

3:30 - 4:20 pm:  Laboratory Session #3

4:30 - 5:00 pm:  Engineering Careers Panel Discussion

Parents’ Program 

Parents are invited to attend a separate program entitled "Sending Your Daughter to Engineering School." Learn about academics, cooperative education, admissions and financial aid as well as what to expect if your daughter majors in engineering in college. The program will be conducted by personnel from Widener's School of Engineering and Career Development, Admissions and Financial Aid offices.
 

PARENTS’ PROGRAM TENTATIVE SCHEDULE 

Noon:  Check-in

12:20 - 12:40 pm:  Welcome/Introductions

1:00 - 1:30 pm:  Workshop: The Transition to College: What You and Your Daughter Should Expect Academically and Emotionally in Engineering School

1:30 - 2:00 pm:  Workshop: Engineering Academics

2:10 - 2:40 pm:  Workshop: Cooperative Education

2:50 -3:20 pm:  Engineering Student Panel Discussion

3:30 - 4:00 pm:  Workshop: Admission to College

4:00- 4:30 pm:  Workshop: Financial Aid

4:30 - 5:00 pm:  Engineering Careers Panel Discussion

Enrollment is limited to 150 girls, on a first-come basis and we expect there will be a waiting list. Camp registration is now open and interested girls should apply as soon as possible

Learn more about all of the events with the Link or QR Code below: 

Engineering Girls Camp

1. SquashSmarts is an after school program that teaches our students in 5th - 12th grade the sport of Squash, while providing them with academic instruction and support. SquashSmarts is in search of high school student volunteers who may be interested in tutoring our middle school students in subjects like English, Math (specifically algebra and geometry), Spanish, STEM, etc. The middle schooler students meet at the Lenfest Center (3890 N. 10th St) on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 3:30 - 6:00, and any volunteer hour logs students may need can be signed.

If you think you would be a good fit for volunteering to work with middle school students, please contact Maria Krywucki, the Middle School Academic Director at SquashSmarts via email at maria@squashsmarts.org or by phone at 215-470-2757.

For more information, you can have students visit our website at http://www.squashsmarts.org/volunteer.html

2. The Cambodian Association of Greater Philadelphia is launching a new High School Youth Development Program- Teens Organizing Proactivity (TOP)- designed to support students in building leadership skills, exploring career paths, and engaging in community service activities.

The program offers a range of benefits, including:

• Leadership training and personal growth

• College and career readiness support

• Volunteer and internship opportunities

• Networking with professionals in various fields

To provide more information, we’re hosting an Information Session where students can learn about the program and ask any questions they may have. See attached the flyer for the session, which includes details on the date, time, and location.

3.  Campaign for Working Families has an amazing volunteer opportunity that will be a great match for high students, as well as faculty and parents.

They are seeking volunteer tax preparers and intake specialists to help people get the tax credits and refunds they deserve, without fees. This is a unique opportunity that not only allows students to give back to their community but also provides them with an industry-recognized credential and valuable hands-on work experience.

The volunteer opportunity begins in late January and lasts through April. If you areinterested in volunteering, please share this information with them: Click here to sign up for a virtual info session to learn more about volunteering.

Here are some of the benefits of Volunteering with CWF:

• Tax preparation skills through IRS certification

• Practical work experience assisting low- and middle-income individuals and families at our tax sites

• A meaningful way to engage in service learning, directly impacting the financial well-being of the community

• A letter of recommendation for their college application/portfolio

1. See the below opportunity for leadership and community engagement at WOAR - Philadelphia Center Against Sexual Violence.

The need-to-know: Teen WOARRIOR is a youth leadership group that meets biweekly (virtually) to discuss and take action on issues related to sexual violence prevention. Flyer attached. Please share with your students.

The full scoop:

Here at WOAR - Philadelphia Center Against Sexual Violence, we have a program called Teen WOARRIOR. This is a youth leadership council that meets biweekly and gives teens across Philadelphia a space to discuss sexual violence prevention, and to take action. The council is a youth-focused and youth-led group who works together to shift social norms through engaging peers and allies to promote healthy relationships, creating a consent culture, active bystander engagement, and other relevant issues. This can include creating educational social media content, creating posters to take to school (healthy relationships around valentines day, alcohol and consent awareness in prom season, etc.), general discussion, and more.

This can be a great opportunity for students to meet engaged students from other schools, pursue an interest in social justice, build their resumes, and flex their activist and leadership skills.

2. The National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA) Leaders of Tomorrow (LOT) Philadelphia Chapter mentoring program is offering an enriching leadership program designed to serve Black high school students with essential skills in leadership, business acumen, career exploration, college preparation, life skills, and financial literacy. 

3. We are excited to announce an opportunity for high school students to join the Student Steering Committee for our upcoming Student Expo. We are currently planning our annual Summit for Sustainable Schools, an all-day conference-style event scheduled for April 30, 2025. This event will highlight climate resiliency initiatives and foster collaboration among district leadership, community partners, students, and educators. Through panel discussions, breakout sessions, and workshops, the Summit provides a space to share knowledge, celebrate sustainable practices, and build partnerships.

As part of the Summit, we are offering students the opportunity to join the Student Steering Committee, which will help shape the student-focused portion of the event—the Student Expo. The Expo is dedicated to showcasing student-led sustainability projects, and this committee will ensure that student voices are involved from the start.

Please consider sharing this opportunity with students who are passionate about sustainability, leadership, and event planning. Serving on the committee will give students valuable experience in event organization and an active role in shaping a district-wide event.

Application Materials:
For convenience, here are the links to the Student Steering Committee Application and Informational Poster (attached as pdf).

Applications are due November 27th, 2024. 

4. The St. Jude Leadership Society – Pennsylvania has an opportunity for high school students to develop their leadership skills.

The St. Jude Leadership Society is a group of high-achieving students passionate about leadership, service, and community. Members will participate in monthly leadership development sessions starting in January, inspired by St. Jude founder Danny Thomas. These sessions will cover traits like good citizenship, gratitude, grit, integrity, empathy, and courage. This program also offers a chance to support the mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital: Finding cures. Saving children. 

The application is now open and can be found at www.stjude.org/leadershipsociety. Applications are accepted through January 10, 2025, and interviews will begin starting mid-December. 

We’re hosting a Zoom information session on December 9th, at 6:00 PM to provide more details and answer any questions that school leaders or students may have! 

     You can register for the ZOOM Session HERE.

Feel free to contact me, Courtney Cooke, at courtney.cooke@alsac.stjude.org if you have any questions. 

5. Friends of the Germination Project,

The application deadline for the 2025 Fellowship Class is fast approaching.

The Germination Project invites 10th graders in good standing to apply using the application attached in PDF format (and available for download here).

As an introduction and refresher, we encourage interested students to read our press in The Philadelphia Inquirer, to view our Leadership Boot Camp Video / Poor Richard’s Charitable Trust Video, and to visit our Website, Instagram, and Facebook.

Please continue to share this information with interested students and encourage them to apply.

Application Deadline: Midnight, December 31, 2024

6. Philadelphia Youth Basketball (PYB) is thrilled to announce the launch of our 3rd cohort of the PYB Magic Academy, our youth entrepreneurship program. This innovative initiative offers Philadelphia's high school students a unique chance to engage in project-based learning while developing valuable entrepreneurial skills.

Program Highlights

Project-Based Learning: Students will participate in a hands-on, real-world entrepreneurship experience.

Financial Incentive: Participants have the opportunity to win a award of $10,000 seed money for their business.

Skill Development: The program covers essential topics such as:

- Business fundamentals

- Financial literacy

- Networking with local entrepreneurs

Benefits for Students

- Explore different career paths

- Gain practical experience from industry leaders

- Enhance skillsets crucial for future careers

Registration: https://www.phillyyouthbasketball.org/programoverview or (QR Code on Flier below)

Submissions END: February 21st @ MIDNIGHT

Program: March 4th - June 18th

Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays ( + 3x Saturdays)

Times: 6p - 9p (T/TH)  10a - 2p (S)

Requirements: MUST BE CURRENTLY ENROLLED IN HIGH SCHOOL

We believe this program aligns perfectly with your school's mission to prepare students for future success. The PYB Magic Academy offers a platform for students to cultivate their entrepreneurial spirit, develop critical thinking skills, and potentially launch their own businesses.

1. Philly Tech Gateway is now recruiting 15 High School Juniors and 15 High School Seniors to be part of Philly Tech Gateway, an after-school program that exposes high school students to the tech field. 

Juniors will engage in our Data Analytics and Cybersecurity curriculum while Seniors will dive into our new Cybersecurity Pre-Apprenticeship curriculum while also receiving workshops in financial literacy and professional development. If you are interested, click the links to see the attached flyers.

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2.  Philadelphia Youth Basketball (PYB) is thrilled to announce the launch of our 2nd cohort of the PYB Magic Academy, our youth entrepreneurship program. This innovative initiative offers Philadelphia's high school students a unique chance to engage in project-based learning while developing valuable entrepreneurial skills.

Program Highlights

Project-Based Learning: Students will participate in a hands-on, real-world entrepreneurship experience.

Financial Incentive: Participants have the opportunity to win a award of $10,000 seed money for their business.

Skill Development: The program covers essential topics such as:

- Business fundamentals

- Financial literacy

- Networking with local entrepreneurs

Benefits for Students

- Explore different career paths

- Gain practical experience from industry leaders

- Enhance skillsets crucial for future careers

Registration: https://www.phillyyouthbasketball.org/programoverview or (QR Code on Flier below)

Submissions END: September 25th @ MIDNIGHT

Program: September 30th - January 25th

Days: Mondays & Wednesdays ( + 3x Saturdays)

Times: 6p - 9p (M/W)  10a - 2p (s)

Requirements: MUST BE CURRENTLY ENROLLED IN HIGH SCHOOL

We believe this program aligns perfectly with your school's mission to prepare students for future success. The PYB Magic Academy offers a platform for students to cultivate their entrepreneurial spirit, develop critical thinking skills, and potentially launch their own businesses.

3.  Starting in early October, our youth programs team will begin recruitment for The Franklin Institute's STEM Scholars program, which is open to 9th-grade students in the Greater Philadelphia area. STEM Scholars is a 4-year college and career readiness program that is free for participants. Throughout the program, participants will experience hands-on workshops and opportunities to help students explore their STEM identity and feel capable in STEM fields. 

4.  Asian Americans United's applications for their paid Youth Leadership Program are open! They are recruiting a cohort of high school students to engage in their social justice and professional development programming, providing them with opportunities to become leaders in their communities and shadow their staff in Civic Engagement, Equitable Development, Communications, and Education Justice. Applications are due Sept 22nd. 

Included is a link to their application and an informational document. 

They also have school year programming for Chinese-language high school youth, their Chinese Youth Organizing Project (CYOP). Linked is a flyer with additional information for your reference.

5. Our 2025 Youth Conservation Program (YCP) Application is Open!

Thank you for your interest in MobilizeGreen's 2025 Youth Conservation Programs! This is a paid summer opportunity, with weekly stipend of $250-375 depending on the program.

This summer we will be hosting two in-person crews, stationed in northern Minnesota and southern California, and a virtual crew where students can experience the conservation program from their own homes. The official application deadline is December 2nd!

Virtual Youth Conservation Program                         On-Site Youth Conservation Program
Remote                                                                      Minnesota or California
Stipend  $250                                                             Stipend  $350
Cohort 1: June 9 - June 27                                        Cohort 1: June 8 - June 28
Cohort 2: July 7 - July 25                                           Cohort 2: July 6 - July 26

Sign up for an Info Session

Click to download this flyer! 

6. Coded by Kids 2025 Internship Applications Now Open

November is National Entrepreneurship Month and we can’t think of a better way to start the month off than opening our 2025 Tech & Innovation Internship applications and invite young innovative thinkers to learn and grow with us this summer.

Do you know a high school or college student with an interest in design, technology, or entrepreneurship? This program offers a PAID opportunity that will help them learn how to bring an idea to life and create their own startup!

Learn how to build your own tech business & get paid this summer!

  Learn More

Apply Now

6.  Preservation Trades Center at Eastern State Penitentiary (may be more applicable to your alumni): Philadelphia residents that are 18+ and interested in pursuing carpentry, masonry, or plastering are invited to join a paid, hands on training program for 4-6 weeks at Eastern State Penitentiary. The PTC has direct connections to apprenticeships and employment post-program. Attending an info session is mandatory for consideration–Jan. 7th at 6:00 (link), Jan. 8th at 12:00 (2300 Master St. Register here), Jan. 9th at 12:00 (link). Training sessions will take place in the winter and spring for 40 hours/week at $15/hour. More information on this opportunity can be found HERE. 

7.  We are so excited to announce MobilizeGreen's newest opportunities: EcoPath College Connections & The GREENVISION Virtual Summit! These are opportunities for high school aged students, designed to broaden work experience, deepen college readiness, and kick start careers.

The Spring Ecopath College Connection program is now accepting applications for March 2025. This paid virtual program is designed for high school juniors, seniors, and recent graduates not yet enrolled in an undergraduate program. This program will explore green careers and build skills to prepare for college right from home. With weekly lessons hosted on Wednesday afternoons and Saturdays, participants will hear from guest speakers and experts in green fields, engage in environmental curriculum, and develop professional skills such as resume building and navigating college all while making friends and networking with teens from across the country. In addition, participants will receive a weekly stipend of $75 for the 3-week program. You can visit our program page to learn more!
The Ecopath College Connection Program will take place:
West Coast (Pacific and Mountain Time Zone):
March 3rd - 22nd
    - Wednesdays: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm PST (8:30 - 10:30 pm EST)
    - Saturdays: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm PST (12:00 - 5:00 pm EST)
East Coast (Central and Eastern Time Zone):
March 31st - April 19th
    - Wednesdays: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm EST
    - Saturdays: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm EST

Apply for EcoPath!

Growing Resources for Environmental Education and New Voices in Sustainability and Inspiring Opportunities Now

Join us MobilizeGreen’s GreenVision Summit for High School students nationwide! This is a free opportunity open to high schoolers who are interested in conservation-related topics and careers, hoping to pursue higher education. Students who register for the event will be available for giveaway prizes. Attendees will get the chance to network, learn about college preparation, green careers, and professional leadership from our panel of college professors and experts in the field. The event will take place virtually on Saturday, May 3, 2025 from 11:30am to 3:00pm Eastern Time. Visit our website for more information.

Registar Now for GREENVISION!

The deadline for priority applications will be January 31st.

8.  Hand2Paw Internship Opportunity: Hand2Paw provides paid internships working with rescue animals as a way to strengthen connection, compassion, and community for young adults from underrepresented communities, including those experiencing housing insecurity or foster care involvement. Please click here to learn more about the paid "Unleashing Opportunities" and "Pawspurr" internships for Philadelphia youth 15+ interested in working with animals. 

1. School District of Philadelphia's Student Job Board

2. Get Schooled’s free resume templates

3. This summer, KE Camps which operates summer day camp programs at country clubs all across the United States have two local camps that may be of interest. We will be running a small program at the North Hills Country Club in Glenside, PA for ages 6-12. Camp will run Monday-Friday from June 17 to August 9. We will also be running another program at the Whitemarsh Valley Country Club in Lafayette Hill, PA, for ages 5-11, where camp will run Monday-Friday from June 17 to July 26.

Joining the team offers an engaging environment for students to thrive and build critical skills sought after by employers such as creativity, problem solving, flexibility, collaboration, organization, planning, and communication.

Here are flyers for both opportunities that contain key information, including a QR Code that leads to the application. I have also linked to the application here for you to view.  

If you have any questions that you need answered prior to submitting an application, you can complete this form. Completion of this form does not take the place of an official application and our formal interview process.

4. Brown's Shoprite - Various Positions in Perisable and Non-Perishable Foods (Part-time) (Year-Round)

5. Fresh Grocer - Various Positions in Perisable and Non-Perishable Foods (Part-time) (Year-Round)

6. For Graduating Seniors and Recent Graduated Students

   • Philadelphia Parking Authority - Principal Parking Enforcement Officer

   • US Military | Army, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Reseve, National Guards (FT & PT)

   • Philadelphia Fire Department | Fire Fighter

   • Philadelphia Fire Department | Dispatcher

7. ESF Camps is excited to announce our annual Hiring event scheduled for Tuesday, March 26th, from 10 am to 2 pm. Here is the link to RSVP: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040545ADAD28A3F49-48502599-summer#/  

This summer, ESF Camps will be hiring dynamic individuals to join our team as Summer Camp Instructors, Counselors, Sports Coaches, and Lifeguards. They are looking for rising juniors and seniors for you to have a chance to gain valuable experience, develop leadership skills, and make a positive impact in our camp community.

For more details, check l our job opportunities, including position descriptions and application details, found on our website: ESF Jobs Website.

8. Parks and Rec is hiring a bunch of great young people this summer to help manage our sports and physical activity programs at our summer camps. These roles will be flexible, fitting around schedules, with the opportunity either to work full days at camps, or to help out with specialty clinics that will pop around the city.

We'll train them all in sports-based youth development principles, and try and deploy them around their interests and neighborhoods. They don't need any prior coaching experience, but some love of sport is definitely a plus. I'm reaching out to a lot of the local teams, leagues, programs, and schools as a great first job opportunity for their older players and recent grads to develop leadership skills and make some money over the summer.

Here is the job description. This position is for people 18+ who live in Philadelphia, but we will have other opportunities for under 18s too. 

9.  International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers JAC (LU14) Training Center is hiring for their apprenticeship program.  

10. Nutrition and Dietetics Career Path Info: The SDP has connected with Lexi Rupp Komancheck, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and board member of the PA Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (PAND). Please see Lexi's video about becoming Registered Dietician here.   Here is another video explaing what a registered dietician does.

11. Propel America Fellowship: Students interested in the medical field (specifically Medical Assistant) who have graduated from high school but have not enrolled in a 2 or 4 year college are encouraged to apply to the Propel America Fellowship. In Philadelphia, this program creates pathways for fellows to be hired at PennMedicine after program completion. Students can apply here. 

12. KE Camps which operates summer day camp programs at country clubs all across the United States has summer job opportunities!

Joining our team offers an engaging environment for students to thrive and build critical skills sought after by employers such as creativity, problem solving, flexibility, collaboration, organization, planning, and communication.  

This summer, we will be running a small program at the Whitemarsh Valley Country Club in Lafayette Hill, PA for ages 5-11. Camp will run Monday-Friday from 6/16 - 7/25.   

Linked here is a flyer that contains key information about this opportunity, including a QR Code that leads to the application.  The application is also linked here to view. 

If you have any questions that need answering prior to applying, please reach out directly to kristina@kecamps.com.

13.  FELS’ Camp Woodlight is gearing up for another exciting summer filled with adventure, growth, and unforgettable memories. To make this experience truly exceptional, we are seeking enthusiastic and responsible individuals to join our team as camp counselors.

Our summer camp prides itself on providing a nurturing environment where campers can explore, learn, and create lasting friendships. We believe that our counselors play a pivotal role in shaping these experiences, serving as mentors, role models, and guides throughout the summer.

We are reaching out to Central High School in the hopes of finding bright, energetic individuals who are passionate about working with children and making a positive impact in their lives. Whether your students are interested in gaining valuable leadership skills, enhancing their resumes, or simply seeking a fun and rewarding summer job, we believe that our camp counselor positions offer a fulfilling opportunity for personal and professional growth.

Attached to this email, you will find our recruitment flyer detailing the responsibilities, qualifications, and benefits of becoming a camp counselor. We kindly ask that you share this information with your students who may be interested in joining our team.

1. The Prevent Suicide PA 2025 Youth Suicide Prevention PSA Contest is still accepting applications! To receive feedback on a PSA , please be sure to submit your PSA by December 5th. The final submission deadline for all PSAs is December 20th.

You can find detailed information about this year’s contest, including guidelines, resources, and examples of previous years’ winners at psa.preventsuicidepa.org. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at claire.bonesteel@jefferson.edu.

2. MyImpact Challenge is a civic engagement contest hosted by the Bill of Rights Institute. Submission is open to US citizens and US-based young people who are between the ages of 13 and 19 and enrolled in middle or high school on January 1, 2025.  Student Grand Prize is $10,000!!!!!!!!

The 2024-2025 MyImpact Challenge will open September 11, 2024. Submissions must be submitted by May 18, 2025. Submission is open to students in all U.S. states, territories, and Armed Forces Schools Abroad.

Why Should Students Participate in MyImpact Challenge?

To gain national recognition for their civic achievements!

Through this contest, students will:

• Learn how their community service and civic engagements project carry out the vision of the Founders and align to constitutional principles

• Share how projects they have designed and executed are evidence of community impact and change

The Bill of Rights Institute supports students with:

• Activities that explore the connections between

  • • Citizenship

    • Charity

    • Entrepreneurship

    • Design Thinking

• Live webinars with student and community leaders

• Support staff to help them along the way

3. Cancer Pathways Ten Writing Contest is open for 2025!  Our contest is a writing contest for any teen around the country touched by cancer. This annual event encourages teens in grades 9-12 to write about their experience with cancer for the opportunity to win one of several $1,000 prizes. The deadline for entries is February 28, 2025. 

Know a teen looking for more support? Cancer Pathways offers an online emotional support group for 9th to 12th graders, with cancer or a loved one with cancer. Join us virtually on Mondays, from 6:30-7:30 pm PT, starting November 18th, to build community with people who just get it. 

4.  Philadelphia Youth Basketball (PYB) is thrilled to announce the launch of our 3rd cohort of the PYB Magic Academy, our youth entrepreneurship program. This innovative initiative offers Philadelphia's high school students a unique chance to engage in project-based learning while developing valuable entrepreneurial skills.

Program Highlights

Project-Based Learning: Students will participate in a hands-on, real-world entrepreneurship experience.

Financial Incentive: Participants have the opportunity to win a award of $10,000 seed money for their business.

Skill Development: The program covers essential topics such as:

- Business fundamentals

- Financial literacy

- Networking with local entrepreneurs

Benefits for Students

- Explore different career paths

- Gain practical experience from industry leaders

- Enhance skillsets crucial for future careers

Registration: https://www.phillyyouthbasketball.org/programoverview or (QR Code on Flier below)

Submissions END: February 21st @ MIDNIGHT

Program: March 4th - June 18th

Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays ( + 3x Saturdays)

Times: 6p - 9p (T/TH)  10a - 2p (S)

Requirements: MUST BE CURRENTLY ENROLLED IN HIGH SCHOOL

We believe this program aligns perfectly with your school's mission to prepare students for future success. The PYB Magic Academy offers a platform for students to cultivate their entrepreneurial spirit, develop critical thinking skills, and potentially launch their own businesses.

5. It’s time once again for our 12th Annual Teen Essay Contests.  Cancer Support Community Greater Philadelphia has been providing FREE support to those impacted by cancer for over 30 years.   We love to offer these essay contests to the community because we have seen how healing it can be for teens to write down one's story about cancer. 

Teen Essay Contests 

• Open to 6th–12th graders who have experienced cancer in their lives.

• Essays help participants process their experiences so they will need your encouragement.

• Details and requirements can be accessed via the QR code on the attached flyer. Teen Essay flyer.pdf

• Deadline: Tuesday, April 1st.

• Free assistance available virtually (provided by University of Penn volunteers) or in-person writing help.

Cancer can be an isolating experience, and at CSCGP, we firmly believe that no one should face it alone.

For more information, visit www.cancersupportphiladelphia.org.

6. I AM PHL Contest: This contest presented by PhillyGoes2College recognizes high school students passionate about music, visual art, or spoken word. Students may submit original work in these categories by April 15th, and winners will be announced in May. Winners will win up to $1,000 cash and an opportunity to perform at the Wawa Welcome America Festival. Apply HERE by April 15th. 

1. The Future is Green program is an opportunity for high school students to spend a half-day at the Greenbuild Conference & Expo. During their time at Greenbuild, these students will receive a presentation on green careers, have time to explore the expo hall and engage in conversations with participating companies, and get an opportunity to speak in small group discussions with green building practitioners. Linked is a promotional flyer for the program, highlighting the key information about this event. 

https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0?ui=2&ik=6410effdb5&attid=0.1&permmsgid=msg-f:1808486602750237875&th=191908fbc1fb1cb3&view=att&disp=inline&realattid=f_m06tztvb0

2.  Community College of Philadelphia Presents the Engage, Educate, Empower: Men of Color Conference.

The goal of this free conference is to create a meaningful dialogue around expanding the pipeline of college admission and success among men of color in Philadelphia. Emphasis will be placed on conversations that engage, educate and empower through a lens of care and equity, while acting to advance education at local, regional and national levels.

Engage, Educate, Empower:

Men of Color Conference

Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024

 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Main Campus, Bonnell Building Lobby

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Keith Leaphart

Enterprise Executive Vice President and Humana Chief Health Equity and Community Impact Officer, Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Health and Jefferson Health Plans

The Men of Color Conference is an experience that levels the field, connecting attendees with the speakers through conversation and action. This conference serves as a call to action to make education more accessible, affordable, equitable and inclusive for everyone. It is a call to rise up against the inequitable structures that continue to exist in our educational system. 

The Men of Color Conference will engage and educate young men of color about their opportunities for success through education, professional training and representative mentorship.

We’re bringing together notable figures from the Philadelphia community—innovative thinkers and visionary leaders to start conversations that engage, educate and empower through a lens of care and equity with session topics like:

• Fathers as Advocates: The Role of Men of Color in Shaping Inclusive Education

• They Not Like Us!

• Addressing Health Disparities: A Focus on Men of Color

• Empowering Men of Color to Mitigate Harm and Foster Healing through Restorative Practices

• Black Male Empowerment and Living Full

• The Role of Community in Supporting College Success

We look forward to having you join us for this transformative conversation.

3.  Transportation Technology Event at CCP West Philly: CCP will host a STEM Event on November 8th from 10:00-1:00 at their West Regional Center (4725 Chestnut St). This event will highlight CCP's Transportation Tech programs and showcase the auto industry as a potential career option. This event is limited to 50 students, and CCP would like to focus on non-CTE schools. Students should register HERE. See Flyer.

4. UPenn’s Society of Women Engineers is hosting a Chemical Engineering/Ice Cream workshop on Sunday, November 10th. It will be from 2:30 - 3:30 pm in Levine Lobby, 3330 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104. High school students will get the chance to learn about chemical engineering and food science and make ice cream! Transportation will not be provided to and from Penn. There are 25 available slots, first come, first serve. Confirmed attendees will be reached out to in the week before the event!

Here is the flier for interested students: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGUJEriXUY/TPMGohohfBFjVwEiHaehqA/edit?utm_content=DAGUJEriXUY&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=sharebutton

RSVP link: https://forms.gle/9UpPv6WtMWt3okdg7    

5. UPenn’s Society of Women Engineers is hosting an Arduino Interactive Art Workshop on Saturday, December 7th. It will be from 2:30 - 4:00 pm in Detkin Laboratories, 200 South 33rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19104. High school students will get the chance to learn about electrical engineering and computer science, and complete an activity!

RSVP link (spots are limited!): https://forms.gle/a9YTAwuPauQyP2TZ9 

6. In partnership with NASA, the Hispanic Heritage Foundation is excited to bring you Hacking a Career in Space Exploration, a virtual event featuring NASA professionals sharing their career paths and insights.
   
   Think you need to be a rocket scientist to work at NASA? Think again! Join us on Thursday, December 5th at 4:00 PM ET and learn from our panelists as they share their personal journeys, offer glimpses into their daily work, and discuss how they found their way to their current roles advancing space exploration.
   
   Come discover how different skills, backgrounds, and experiences come together at NASA! No advanced STEM degree required - just bring your curiosity and questions.

REGISTER HERE

Want to take part in the conversation? Submit your questions during registration! You can even submit a video question for a chance to be featured during the live event!

7. Technical Theater Training with Opera Philadelphia: The "Backstage Pass" vocational training program with Opera Philadelphia helps high school students set the stage for a career behind the curtain in theater, concert, opera, TV, etc. Participants visit theaters, experience world-class performances, and build skills through hands-on training sessions...and could receive a $250 stipend! Visit this link or email weissman@operaphila.org for more information. 

8. George Washington Carver Science Fair at Temple University: The GWCSF encourages Philadelphia youth to pursue academic achievement and careers in the sciences. High school students must register and submit documentation (via STEMWizard) by January 21st, and the fair will be held at Temple on March 6th.

9. We are excited to extend a unique opportunity for 100 students that attend high schools in Northwest Philadelphia. In Partnership with The Fayton Foundation, your students are invited to attend a Financial Fitness workshop during Winter Recess 2024 (Monday December 23, 12PM-1PM.) This virtual 1-hour interactive workshop is conducted by subject matter experts (under age 40) who will provide information to students regarding financial literacy and fitness. The Fayton Foundation has collaborated with PFCU, Equitable and The Business Center to provide volunteers for this event. Students can register by visiting https://tinyurl.com/me4umc3b  or clicking HERE. Please see attached flyer for more details. 

10. Please join The School District of Philadelphia at our 9th annual FAFSA kickoff featuring Dr. Watlington on Wednesday, January 8, 2025 from 3:30pm to 7:00pm!

This event will be held in-person at The School District of Philadelphia, 440 North Broad Street

The FAFSA Kickoff is open to all Philadelphia students in grades 11 and 12.

The focus of the event is to provide live support to students and families completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

TO REGISTER PLEASE CLICK HERE or USE THE LINK ON THE ATTACHED FLYER!

Parents and students that COMPLETE the FAFSA will receive a $25 gift card. Refreshments will be available. We hope to see you there for food, fun, prizes, music, and FAFSA! 

11.  The School of Business at Stevens Institute of Technology is hosting a High School Entrepreneurship and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Video Pitch Competition. This is an exciting opportunity for young innovators to showcase their entrepreneurial spirit and creative ideas in business and artificial intelligence. This competition is designed to inspire and empower high school students to think critically, innovate and develop solutions that can shape the future.  

Objectives:  

• Encourage Innovation: Foster a culture of innovation among high school students by providing a platform to pitch their unique business ideas integrating AI technology. 

• Develop Skills: Enhance students' skills in entrepreneurship, business planning and technological application. 

• Recognize Talent: Identify and celebrate the talents and innovative ideas of young entrepreneurs. 

Eligibility:  

• Open to all high school students (grades 9-11) currently enrolled in public, private or homeschool programs. 

Competition Structure:  

• Video Submission: Each participant will create a two-to- three-minute-long video presenting their business idea. The video pitch should include the problem being addressed, the proposed solution, the role of AI in the solution, market analysis and potential business impact. 

• Deadline: Videos must be submitted by March 1, 2025 

Judging Criteria:  

• Innovation and Creativity: Originality and uniqueness of the business idea. 

• Application of AI: Effective and innovative use of AI technology in the proposed solution. 

• Feasibility: Practicality and viability of the business idea. 

• Presentation Skills: Clarity, persuasiveness and overall quality of the video pitch. 

• Business Impact: Potential impact on the market and scalability of the business idea. 

Evaluation Process: 

• A panel of judges consisting of Stevens faculty, staff and alumni.  

• Winners will be selected and announced by April 1, 2025. 

Prizes:  

• First Place - $500.00 

• Second Place - $250.00 

• Third Place - $100.00 

Additional Benefits:  

• No charge for entering the competition and all participants will receive a certificate of completion. 

• All participants can add this competition to their future college applications. 

Important Dates:  

• Registration Deadline: February 15, 2025 

• Video Submission Deadline: March 1, 2025 

• Finalist Announcement: April 1, 2025 

How to Enter: 

• All participants must register online and upload video here by March 1, 2025 

• Please visit our website for competition updates at https://www.stevens.edu/school-business/programs-for-high-school-students 

Join us in this exciting journey to innovate, create and shape the future with your groundbreaking ideas! 

If you have additional questions, please contact Lindsay Hartelius at lharteli@stevens.edu. 

12. NCBW Essay Workshop for Students: The National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. - PA Chapter invites high school students in grades 9-12 to attend a College Application, Scholarship & Essay Writing workshop on Saturday, February 8th from 9:30-12:30. This event will be held at Drexel's LeBow College of Business (322 Market Street). Students will learn how and when to apply for college, and tips on essays for both college and scholarships. Registration is required HERE. Flyer is attached.

13. Inspire to Teach: Career Resource Fair For Philadelphia Area High School Students

Do you know a high school student with a passion for the teaching profession?

High School students are invited to join PEDC at The Hive Philadelphia on March 12th, 2025, 4pm for the Inspire to Teach: Career Resource Fair. Welcoming students and their caregivers, this event is designed to spark a passion for teaching by connecting high school students with teacher prep programs and professional networks.

1. PennState Summer College Opportunity Program in Education (S.C.O.P.E.) Program provides high school 10th graders of diverse backgrounds interested in education careers (teaching, counseling, rehabilitation, special education, vocational education, education policy, etc.) the opportunity to experience college life while earning credit for college work.

S.C.O.P.E. is a four (4) week academic intensive program during which students take several courses including a Research and Writing course, an academic skills course, and a college preparatory course.  The program will run in its’ entirety from Tuesday, July 1st through Friday, July 25th, 2025.  The program will be held at the University Park campus located in State College, Pennsylvania.

The program comes at no fee to the participant and will be challenging academically, but students having completed the program leave with a renewed sense of potential and determination.  It is our hope to prepare students for a successful college experience.  Overall, S.C.O.P.E. is a wonderful opportunity through which students get a feel for education careers, college life in general and Penn State in particular.

To be eligible, a student must meet the following criteria:

• be of a traditionally underrepresented background in the education profession

• be a high school 10th grader during the 2024-2025 academic year, and matriculating in the 11th grade for 2025-2026 academic year

• planning to attend a four-year college or university

• have a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.0 or better

• be interested in a career in the Education field (teaching, counseling, rehabilitation, special education, vocational education, education policy, etc.)

We also concentrate our efforts on the recruitment of potential first-generation college students and students with limited financial resources.

The S.C.O.P.E. application requires the nomination of the school guidance counselor, teacher or other school/program official.  S.C.O.P.E. is actively recruiting students interested in careers in the field of education.  We recognize that students in their 10th grade year of high school are often still exploring career interests; however, because of limited space, our focus is on those students showing interest in education professions.  We are asking that nominators fully consider their candidate and evaluate that individual’s interest in working in the educational field. Due to the high number of applications we receive, we will be screening candidates very carefully.  The nomination and letters of recommendation will be an important factor in our selection process; however, a nomination is not tantamount to an applicant’s acceptance.

The application due date (postmark date) is January 13th, 2025. 

2. The 2025 USC Bovard Scholars application is now open!
   
   We are excited to welcome our ninth cohort of Bovard Scholars to the USC campus this summer. As I write, our eighth cohort is in the midst of the college application process, working with our program’s college admissions counselors to refine essays and applications. Our seventh cohort is enjoying their first year as college freshmen at top-tier universities across the country—think Harvard, Columbia, the University of Chicago, the University of California, Berkeley, and right here at USC.

We invite all high-achieving high school juniors with financial need to apply.

Do you or someone you know fit these requirements?

• Junior in high school (11th grader) at time of application

• Currently hold a 4.0 GPA or above

• Enrolled in Algebra II, Trigonometry or above

• Demonstrate financial need

If so, you are eligible to apply.

If selected, each Bovard Scholar will have one full year of support through the admissions cycle and spend two weeks on the USC campus, where they will receive:

• Personalized career exploration

• Expert admission and financial aid support

• Comprehensive test preparation

• Leadership development

This year, the summer intensive runs from July 14, 2025, through August 2, 2025.

We offer the program at no cost to students or families. USC will pay for transportation to and from campus for students outside of Southern California.

Applications are due January 17, 2025, at 5:00 pm PST.

Apply Now

3. You're invited to encourage students at your high school to submit an application to the Villanova Engineering, Science and Technology Enrichment and Development (VESTED) Academy.
   
   The VESTED Academy program takes place over seven Saturdays during the spring of 2025 at Villanova University. The program introduces students to the engineering field by providing in-depth engineering experiences and discussions with industry mentors. VESTED also provides college preparation classes and team building opportunities.
   
   The application deadline is November 17 and requires two essays for new students.

For more information, please visit the website or direct questions to Dr. Stephen Jones at s.jones@Villanova.edu. 

Apply Here

4. The Bloomberg Arts Internship 2025 application opens JANUARY 8, 2025. The Bloomberg Arts Internship (BAI) is one of the few paid internships in the city for rising high school seniors. BAI is an 8-week intensive summer program that provides real world work experience along with professional development and arts & culture field trips.

There will be a virtual information session on Wednesday, December 18th at 5:30 pm. Those interested can join us by using the link below. This information session is for students, families and teachers.

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84920563111?pwd=S315qVXgnYp2cpR0K8PPWcpvmON2Fj.1

Meeting ID: 849 2056 3111
Passcode: 886590 

If you have any additional questions, please reach out to bai@philaculture.org

5. Accounting Business Finance Initiative (AFBI) at Drexel University: The AFBI Program is a free week-long program held from June 22, 2025-June 27, 2025 at Drexel which teaches students about careers in accounting, finance, business, and technology. Students will spend a week in a college dorm, participate in a case study, community service, and mock interviews. The application deadline is February 28, 2025.  Find the application here.  

6. Calling all young men interested in energy and sustainability! 

Embark on a free electrifying week of energy learning, hands-on activities, and leadership development at the Exelon Foundation Boys to STEM Academy. Unleash your curiosity through a weeklong energy challenge and immersive experiences that blend STEM with essential professional development skills. You will explore sustainable energy solutions, meet professionals in the STEM and energy industry, and become part of a community shaping the future! 

 Free to attend

• All participants will receive an iPad to use during the Academy.

• All participants will receive t-shirts to wear during the Academy.

• All participants will stay on-campus at the Saint Joseph's University for the week.

Want to learn more? Join us for an Informational Webinar - February 20th - 6-7pm Central/ 7-8 pm Eastern - Register

Download the flyer - English | Spanish

Who Should Attend?

• Young men currently in 10th or 11th grade (Class of 2026 or 2027)

• Young men who live in the PECO service area of Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lancaster, Montgomery, Philadelphia, and York Counties - Pennsylvania

• Young men who live in the ACE service area of Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, Ocean or Salem Counties - New Jersey.

• Children of Exelon Key Managers and above (E05 and above) are not eligible to apply for the Academy. If you are related to an Exelon employee, regardless of their position, please disclose this relationship on your application. Relatives of Exelon employees do not receive preferential status and are subject to the same application review process as all other applicants.

*The Exelon Foundation Boys to STEM Academy is not affiliated with SJU, and SJU is not a sponsor or co-sponsor of this event.

https://needorg.my.salesforce-sites.com/boystostem/event/home/btspa25

     Boys to STEM 2025 - PA.pdf

7. Shriners Children’s Philadelphia has a Medical Research immersion Program for students to participate in this summer. The program's deadline is March 3 and the program will take place June 23-June 27, 2025.

Many high school and college students may not have an opportunity to be exposed to clinical research principles during their education. Engaging these students in research fosters community ties and cultivates the next generation of pediatric healthcare innovators. We are proud to grow this program and welcome students to the hospital to further their extracurricular education.

You can learn more about the program here:

https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/news-and-media/events/2025/03/2025-research-summer-immersion-program

Please see the flyer and application if interested.

8.  The Penn Research Experience for High School Students (formerly Penn LENS) is looking for scientifically curious students who would like an authentic research experience. The PREHSS program was previously known as Penn LENS (Penn Laboratory Experiences in the Natural Sciences) but has been renamed to better describe the program and its participants. 

Current 10th and 11th graders from Philadelphia School District, charter schools, and other schools by invitation will join Penn labs to participate in research under mentored guidance. The program is free, even transportation is covered, and students receive a $1500 financial award. 

The application requires students to write a short essay, submit a transcript, and one letter of recommendation. The final date for applications is March 16. Here is the website, where you will find additional details about the program and the application. See attached a flyer for the program. 

9.  The Lebanon Valley College Health and Biomedical Sciences Summer Program, which will be held at Lebanon Valley College from July 21-26, 2025 is happy to welcome rising High School freshmen-graduating seniors.   

The registration portal for the camp is now open and can be found at the Camp website (Health and Biomedical Sciences Summer Program).  Because space is limited, and we anticipate the program will fill quickly, we recommend that students submit their registration as soon as possible to secure a slot.  

The goal of the Health and Biomedical Sciences Summer Program is to provide a window into the scientific basis of human health.  Through lectures and hands-on laboratory investigations in state-of-the-art laboratories, students will be introduced to the fundamentals of disciplines such as molecular biology, neuroscience, physiology, pharmacology, immunology, and other medical sciences.  Students will learn how laboratory science can be translated into improved human health, and they will engage in investigative experiences that will allow them to apply their laboratory skills to real life problems.  In addition, students will interact with practicing professionals in fields such as medicine, physician assistant, physical therapy, psychology, toxicology, and biomedical laboratory research. The Health and Biomedical Sciences camp will provide a fun, challenging and engaging college environment in which students will develop a deeper understanding of what it means to be a biomedical scientist and health professional.   

For more information, or if you have questions about the camp, you can visit the Health and Biomedical Sciences website (http://www.lvc.edu/academics/summer-community-programming/health-biomedical-sciences-camp/) or contact Dr. Courtney Lappas at lappas@lvc.edu.  See flyer here!

10.  CHOP-RISES is a two-summer STEM-M internship designed to empower Philadelphia public and charter high school students who face barriers to participating in research. Through this program, students will strengthen their science skills, engage in immersive research experiences, and explore a wide range of STEM-M career opportunities.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must be a rising junior at a public or charter school in the City of Philadelphia

• Must be 16 years old by June 16, 2025

• Must be a student who faces barriers to participating in STEM-M opportunities

• Must demonstrate an interest in science and math

• Must be able to attend the entire 6-week program (Monday, June 30, 2025 – Thursday, August 7, 2025)

• Must be fully COVID-vaccinated or willing to be fully vaccinated by the second summer

11. The Teen Ambassadors program is a ten-week, paid work and learning experience for Philadelphia teens in grades 10 – 12 for the 2025-26 school year. The program trains teens to work as ambassadors of sustainability, STEAM, and history for Independence Seaport Museum visitors. Our unique program format allows high school students to earn money, learn about the science and history of the Delaware River, and move forward as resources to their respective communities. 

The Teen Ambassadors program runs from June 23rd to August 19th Mondays – Thursdays 10 am-3 pm and select Saturdays in September. The Ambassadors program is ideal for students who enjoy collaborative and independent work, are passionate about the environment and how it impacts our waterways, and are willing to learn new things.  Here's the link to the application .

12.  The Office of Postsecondary Readiness & Pathways to Graduation is pleased to announce that we will be hosting the annual Workforce Development and Internship Opportunities Fair on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 from 3:30 pm-7 pm at Martin Luther King High School, 6100 Stenton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA.

Register at bit.ly/sdpworkfair25

During the fair, representatives from companies and organizations will be present that will offer full, part-time, and summer job opportunities, both traditional and non-traditional training programs, certificate programs, work-based learning activities, and industry-specific job training programs. The goal of the fair is to provide exposure opportunities to our high school students that will assist them to meet their pathway to graduation needs.

13. The Fox Chase Cancer Center is offering the Summer Teen Research Internship Program (Summer TRIP) during July 2025. 

TRIP is an intensive week-long science exploratory program for select high school students from Philadelphia and the surrounding communities. At its core, the program aims to foster a love for science whilst building resiliency, communication, and critical thinking skills outside the traditional confines of school. 

Importantly, this program is free for all students.  Our previous sessions of the program have shown it to be transformative to students, giving them a much-needed peek into the science world that both excites their imagination and helps with career path decisions.

Instructions on how to apply can be found at https://www.tripinitiative.com/apply-to-summer-trip.html. We are looking for bright, talented, and motivated students that can commit to the entirety of at least one of the sessions of the program and that want to learn more about research.

Additional information about the program can be found on our website.

14. WCUPA’s iCamp Summer Media Academy is back for programming in 2025! This awesome opportunity is free for Philadelphia High School students. iCamp is an award-winning, week-long summer academy at West Chester University (WCU) July 20th - July 26th, 2025. The academy is ideal for students who want to develop media skills, i.e., games, video, podcasts and audio, web content, etc., and who share an interest in social change and issues of equity, access, and empowerment. Our team, in partnership with community organizations, wants to help Philadelphia HS students develop college-level academic, social, and technical literacies that are vital for college preparedness and beyond. iCamp offers an intensive week-long experience for the youth to develop media for social change by developing projects that address issues of impact to their lives and community needs. Applications are open and available on our website, https://icampwcu.org/.

Feel free to review the below information about iCamp 2025.

• Learn more about iCamp here

• Contact us by email at icamp.wcu@gmail.com

• Contact iCamp Director, Dr. Cooke by phone: 610-436-2481

15. HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER ARTS SESSIONS

Our High School Summer Arts Sessions is a 3-week program for rising 9-12th graders focusing on Singing, Dancing, and Acting, culminating in a full Junior Musical Theater production. No experience is necessary, but applicants are required to audition either in person or via video submission.

Program dates = July 7 – 25, 2025 (no program on weekend days).

Online applications for both programs can be found here, under the "Summer Arts Sessions (Middle and High School Students)" drop-down:

https://www.ensembleartsphilly.org/education-and-community-engagement/summer-camps

16. City of Philadelphia Apprenticeship Guidebook: Please take a look at the 2024 City of Philadelphia Apprenticeship Guidebook to view lots of local apprenticeships. 

17. Education for Liberation Summer Camp: The Asian Americans United Summer Program is a six-week leadership program for high school youth and a four-week summer camp program for children (grades 1-5). Two weeks of intensive training prepares youth staff to run the summer program for children and includes team-building, leadership development, discussion of identity and history, and training on delivering the summer curriculum. The applications for the program are here. Deadline is 3-14-2025

18. Chinese Youth Organizing Project (CYOP): Chinese Youth Organizing Project (CYOP) at Asian Americans United offers a six-week long program for Mandarin-speaking youth in Philadelphia to connect, develop leadership skills, get more in tune with their lived experience, and advance social justice in their community through engaging activities and meaningful conversations. Applications for the program are here. Deadline is 3-10-2025

19. Registration for the PCOM Summer Opportunities Academy is now open! This one week summer program provides students the opportunity to explore careers in healthcare, network with PCOM students and local physicians, and learn basic clinical skills and patient communication through simulations. 

You can learn more about the program and apply here: https://forms.gle/dTsnTQksxDmj6XsW9 

Check out the highlights from the 2023 and 2024 programs by checking out this news article or our promotional video! 

The program will be held Monday, June 16 - Friday, June 20, 2025. Please note, there will be no in person program on Thursday, June 19 as the College observes Juneteenth. We will host an optional in person orientation session in late April. More information to come on that. 

20. Center for Male Engagement, Summer Enrichment Program: The CME at CCP provides its members with targeted academic and non-academic supports designed to enhance skill sets, cultivate a sense of belonging, and build resolve as students pursue a degree at CCP and beyond. The Summer Enrichment Program, specifically, provides an enhanced orientation to CCP, giving new students the opportunity to engage in life at the College prior to the larger population arriving on campus. Students who successfully complete the program automatically become CME members. This summer's program will run July 7-31 and students can apply HERE. 

21.  Whether they’re aspiring women entrepreneurs or curious about how things work, students can explore their passions and make a difference for the common good. The following opportunities are open to rising high school juniors and seniors (classes of 2026 and 2027) — please note that while some camps are focused on a specific audience, all students are welcome to attend any camp.

University of Dayton High School Summer Camp Opportunities

FEMALE ASPIRING BUSINESS SCHOLARS (FABS) SUMMER PROGRAM

FABS is a four-day, overnight camp offered by UD’s School of Business Administration that provides young women hands-on learning through team projects, leadership experience, career exploration and mentorship. Campers will build skills essential for success in college and business, connect with peers, and experience life as a UD student. 

This camp is designed for rising juniors and seniors. We invite campers of all identities, backgrounds and experiences to participate. 

Location: University of Dayton campus

Dates: June 22-25, 2025

Cost: 

• The $300 total cost includes lodging, meals, activity materials, camp T-shirt and water bottle. 

• A $100 nonrefundable deposit is due upon registration and is included in the total cost. 

• Financial assistance is available. Families should indicate on the registration form if they would like to be considered for financial assistance, and we will contact them with additional information.

Visit our website to learn more and view the full program schedule. Our FABS registration deadline is May 16. This camp has a limited capacity and will fill on a first-come, first-served basis.

SUMMER ENGINEERING EXPERIENCES AT UD (SEE-UD)

SEE-UD camps offered by our School of Engineering provide students with an opportunity to explore the diverse fields of engineering and learn more about engineering at UD through interactive modules and hands-on lab experiences. At our three daylong camps on June 16, 17 and 18, participants will learn about a specific discipline of engineering while striving to solve problems our world faces today. 

Location: University of Dayton campus

Dates: Each day features one or two engineering disciplines. Participants may attend multiple days if interested. On days with two disciplines, the sessions will run at the same time, and students will choose which session to attend.

• June 16: Choose from Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering

• June 17: Engineering Technology

• June 18: Choose from Electrical and Computer Engineering or Civil Engineering

Time: 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. 

Cost: $100 per day (lunch included)

• Discounts available for students attending multiple days

Optional Daily Opportunities

• Campus tour (3:30-4:30 p.m.)

• Women Engineering Program and Multi-Ethnic Engineers Program engagement and campus tour (3-5 p.m.)

• Parent and guardian programming: Three optional programs are available at no cost ($10 lunch optional). 

Our SEE-UD registration will close when capacity is reached. We anticipate all camps to fill quickly. 

Please share this flyer with interested students.