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Camp Code for Girls: Apply ASAP
A free, one-week summer coding camp designed to take girls “behind the screens” and spark curiosity about technology. Campers build mobile apps, explore how STEM brings ideas to life, and gain confidence in coding through hands-on, collaborative learning in a supportive environment.
Duration: 6/8-6/12; 9:00a-3:00p each day
Location: Girl Scout DreamLab, 3005 W. Cabela’s Pkwy., Suite J, Gonzales, LA 70737
Cost: Free (a $25 registration fee is required to secure a spot; fee may be waived in cases of financial hardship).
Eligibility: Girls entering 7th, 8th, or 9th grade for the 2026–27 school year; participants do not need to be Girl Scouts.
Requirements: Registration required; full participation in daily camp activities.
Registration: Spots are limited; registration is first come, first served.
Louisiana Youth Advisory Council (LYAC): 3/27/26
A statewide youth council that advises the Louisiana Legislature on issues impacting young people. Members gain leadership, public-policy, and community engagement experience.
Duration: One-year term with monthly meetings and statewide civic events.
Cost: Free.
Eligibility: Louisiana residents ages 14–19; enrolled in grades 9–12 (public, private, charter, homeschool, or approved GED program).
Requirements: Online application; parent/guardian consent; two recommendation letters.
Deadline Info: Applications typically open each spring (March–May).
Tulane University Pre-College & Summer Programs: 4/3/26
An immersive summer experience for high-school students, offering both enrichment and credit-bearing courses, residential or commuter options, on the Tulane campus in New Orleans.
Eligibility: Rising 9th-12th grade students
Duration: Weekly sessions (1-2 weeks)
Application Requirements: Online application; in order to earn credit you must submit: transcript, essay, teacher recommendation
Registration Deadline: 4/3/2026
LSU Cain Center Summer Academy: Apply ASAP
A competitive summer program for high-school students interested in entrepreneurship, leadership, and innovation. Hosted by LSU’s E. J. Ourso College of Business, the Cain Center Summer Academy gives students hands-on experience developing business ideas, learning from LSU faculty and entrepreneurs, and building teamwork and presentation skills.
Duration: Typically 1 week during the summer (exact dates vary by year).
Cost: $1250/camp, financial aid available
Eligibility: High-school students entering grades 10–12 (rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors).
Requirements: Online application; short written responses; commitment to full program attendance.
Registration Deadline: Applications open until full.
Xavier STEM Academy & STAR Programs: 5/1/26
Summer STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Academy is an engaging three-week robotics program aimed at rising 6th to 8th graders.
Star Programs provide middle and high school students (grades 7–12) with a head start on some of the most challenging material they will encounter in their upcoming high school courses.
Eligibility: Varies by program
Location: Xavier University (New Orleans, LA; Housing isn't provided)
Requirements: Complete application form, latest report card, 500 word essay
Cost: Varies, financial aid is available
Registration Deadline: 05/1/26
Xavier SOARX Program: 4/27/26
SOAR X - our flagship residential program for rising 11th and 12th graders at least 16 years of age. SOAR X prepares students for college as they live, eat, sleep, and take classes on Xavier’s campus for 4 weeks. Students with an interest in science and medicine will enroll in enrichment classes, prepare for the ACT or SAT, and connect with like-minded peers.
Eligibility: Current 10th & 11th graders
Location: Xavier University (New Orleans, LA)
Requirements: Complete application form & financial aid form (if applicable), official transcript, ACT scores, 2 recommendation letters, 5 short response questions.
Cost: $2000, financial aid is available
Registration Deadline: 4/27/26
Vanderbilt Programs for Talented Youth: Rolling Deadlines
Vanderbilt Programs for Talented Youth offers accelerated courses for advanced and high-achieving students in Kindergarten through 12th grade. Courses are designed for academically talented and motivated learners. PTY strives to offer courses led by Vanderbilt faculty, graduate students, and content experts.
Eligibility: 7th-12th grade student
Requirements: Complete application form, financial aid form, $50 application fee
Cost: Based on courses, financial aid available
Registration Deadline: Rolling until courses are full
National Student Leadership Conference: Rolling Deadlines
An immersive pre-college program for high school (and some middle school) students designed to build leadership skills, explore career concentrations, and experience university campus living.
Duration: Typically 6–18 days depending on the program.
Cost: Tuition varies by program type and length; financial aid available!
Eligibility: High-school students ages 14–18 who have completed at least one year of high school; some middle-school programs available for grades 6–8.
Requirements: Online application and tuition deposit; additional requirements vary by program type (residential vs. commuter).
Application Info: Applications accepted on a rolling basis; students may apply as long as space remains.
Service Opportunities
Make Your Mark • Give Back
Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank
Volunteers are invaluable to the Food Bank. Without the thousands of volunteer hours each year, the Food Bank would be unable to provide food to the many children, seniors and families facing hunger in our community.
Eligibility: Must at least 14 years old (or 10 years with a guardian)
Hours: Based on availability
St. James Place Senior Living Community
A flexible, low-commitment volunteer opportunity supporting senior residents through activities, conversation, and events.
Hours: Flexible; volunteers may schedule shifts as available; 7 days a week between 9:30 AM and 4:30 PM; scheduling required in advance.
Eligibility: Open to high-school students interested in community service and engaging with seniors.
Requirements: Contact the volunteer coordinator to schedule hours; willingness to assist with resident activities such as games, parties, and conversation.
Contact directly to learn more & sign up
Phone: 225-215-4568
Email: ebozeman@stjamesplace.org
East Baton Rouge Parish Library (Virtual)
EBR Parish Library has created a virtual volunteering form where teens can recommend books/audiobooks in detail.
Eligibility: Must be in grades 6-12
How it works: For every fully filled-out recommendation form, you will receive 30 minutes of volunteering time
BREC
BREC needs volunteers to fulfill our mission of providing park and recreational opportunities for all residents of East Baton Rouge Parish. With a range of facilities and programs, BREC has a volunteer opportunity for everyone.
Eligibility: Must be at least 14 yeas old
Hours: Based on availability
Questions? Contact BREC at 225-272-9200 (ext 1446) or volunteer@brec.org
Louisiana Organization for Refugees and Immigrants
Louisiana Organization for Refugees and Immigrants (LORI) is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping refugees and immigrants achieve self-sufficiency by providing them access to critical services and support.
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity seeks volunteers to work on construction sites and at its two Baton Rouge ReStore locations.
Eligibility: Must be aged 16+; construction volunteers must also sign a volunteer waiver
Construction hours: Wednesday or Saturday from 7:45am-3:00pm
ReStore hours: As assigned
Questions? Contact Kristen Lee at 225-927-6651 (ext. 212) or kristen@habitatbrla.org
Learn more | General volunteer registration form | Construction application & waiver form | ReStore volunteer interest form
Baton Rouge General Hospital
Baton Rouge General Hospital offers volunteer opportunities in multiple departments, including pharmacy, surgery, pediatrics, and arts in medicine.
Eligibility: Must be aged 15+ and maintain 2.5 GPA
Commitment: Min. 25 hours (one four-hour shift/week for six months)
Clean Pelican
We are working to create and maintain a clean, beautiful community where businesses and families want to stay, work and play. There are plenty of opportunities to clean up our city.
Eligibility: Must complete an interest form.
Hours: Based on availability
Jobs & Scholarships
Hands-on Experience • Money for School
Looking for part-time work? Check out these resources. ➡️
Keep in mind, your job should understand that you are a student first!
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