YOUTH COMMUNICATION’S 46TH ANNUAL SUMMER WRITING WORKSHOP (PAID)

WHO: High school Students 15-20

WHAT: Join a group of 10-12 young people who will explore making change in Youth Communication’s 46th annual summer writing workshop. You will participate in writing lessons, discussions, field trips, and group activities. You will write memoir-style and reported stories about making change. (Sorry, no fiction or poetry.) 

You’ll learn narrative writing techniques along with research and interviewing skills, work one-on-one with a professional adult editor, and share your work with your peers. Participants will publish at least one story in our online magazines.

We especially want to publish stories that show readers an example of teens standing up for something that matters to them. It’s OK if you can’t point to a policy changed or a neighborhood transformed: Sometimes activism and advocacy plant a seed that doesn’t bear fruit right away. It’s OK if you don’t consider yourself an activist or advocate now: We are interested in your attempts, or even your plans, to fight for change. 

Our workshop is a safe space for open conversations. Guest speakers and field trips will deepen our understanding of advocacy and activism in fields such as foster care, immigration, and climate, as will hearing from your fellow teen writers. No prior writing experience is required, but you must be able to attend for all six weeks and will be expected to complete at least one publishable story. The writing process is rigorous, involving many drafts, but with lots of support and guidance from an editor. We will provide laptops and writer notebooks. All students, regardless of citizenship status, can participate.

All participants receive a $1,500 stipend for completing at least one story in the workshop. A daily two-trip MetroCard will also be provided.

WHERE: The workshop will be held in person at our midtown office on West 38th Street

WHEN: July 7 through August 14, 2025. The workshop meets Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for the six weeks, and in-person attendance is required. 

DEADLINE TO APPLY:  May 9th, 2025

HOW:  https://americaontech.tfaforms.net/5044854 

SUMMER DESIGN INSTITUTE (PAID)

WHO: All current NYC high school students (do not need to be CTE students)

WHAT: Summer Design Institute (SDI) is a five-to-six-week summer program for high school students interested in media and design, technology, engineering, and fashion. At SDI, students will connect with industry professionals to develop and practice career skills and complete hands-on projects addressing real-world issues. Students who successfully complete their projects are eligible for a stipend. This program is open to both CTE and non-CTE students. SDI is offered at four different school sites. 

WHERE: This program is open to both CTE and non-CTE students. SDI is offered at four different school sites. Please see below for link to each school’s SDI program and to apply to that school’s program. 

WHEN: July-August 2025 (Exact dates vary by school)

DEADLINE TO APPLY:  June 1th, 2025

HOW:  https://www.canva.com/design/DAGiq2Zx81U/bI2_YoqF6VFSJGow5iV7jg/view?utm_content=DAGiq2Zx81U&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=hd4e413bb34 

STEM MATTERS NYC, AEROSPACE CAMP TEACHING ASSISTANT (PAID)

WHO: 9th, 10th, 11th Graders

WHAT: Summer Design Institute (SDI) is a five-to-six-week summer program for high school students interested in media and design, technology, engineDo you enjoy working with elementary and middle school age students? Are you interested in aeronautics, space flight, astronomy, robotics, and 3D printing? The NYC Center for Aerospace and Applied Mathematics (NYCCAAM) is looking for responsible, motivated, and energetic high school students to be Aerospace Camp Teaching Assistants. Get immersed in every aspect of Aerospace Camp, working with campers in grades 5-7 using LEGO SPIKE Prime robotic kits, flight simulators, and 3D design software. At the conclusion of the program, Teaching Assistants will work together, using newly honed special skills and knowledge, to develop and lead a space or flight-themed camp lesson.

WHERE: NYC Center for Aerospace and Applied Mathematics, Lower East Side, Manhattan

WHEN: Monday – Friday, 9:00am–3:30pm

Select one of the following in your application:

• Session A: Monday, July 7 – Friday, July 18, 2025
  –OR–

• Session B: Monday, July 21–Friday, August 1, 2025

DEADLINE TO APPLY:  May 9th, 2025

HOW: https://nycdoe.campintouch.com/ui/forms/application/camper/App

MORE INFO: https://spep.libguides.com/STEMprograms/Aerospacecampteachassist 

CITY LIMITS ACCOUNTAILITY REPORTING INITIATIVE  FOR YOUTH (PAID)

WHO: 10th, 11th and 12th Graders

WHAT: City Limit’s CLARIFY (City Limits Accountability Reporting Initiative for Youth) program provides meaningful experiences that equip high school students with the skills they need to succeed in higher education, future careers, and civic life. Through hands-on training, mentorship, and real work experience, students gain critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills.

This unique opportunity is designed for students from all backgrounds, with a special focus on those who may not typically have access to paid internships or professional development programs. CLARIFY aims to bridge this gap, helping youth build confidence and prepare for a successful future. CLARIFY is a paid internship in public service journalism that provides students with important career readiness skills through the lens of public service journalism. Gain skills in research, journalism writing, public speaking, teamwork, and meeting deadlines.

WHERE: TBD

WHEN: TBD

DEADLINE TO APPLY:  May 24th, 2025

HOW: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/977DDJY