GOOGLE CODING AND COMPUTER SCIENCE IN-PERSON LAB PROGRAM (UNPAID)

WHO: Highschool Students 

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

Accepted Students Gain Access To: 

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

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

• Google and Code Next Swag

• Code Next Email Address 

• Chance to get to know other students in the area 

• Mentorship and Advising 

WHERE: CodeNextNYC, 316 W 16th Street Manhattan, NY 10011

WHEN: September 2025

DEADLINE TO APPLY: June 30th, 2025

HOW: https://codenext.withgoogle.com/labs 

Borough of Manhattan Community College Science & Technology Entry Program (BMCC STEP)(UNPAID)

WHO: Be a NYC high school student, and Be a NY state resident (have lived in NY state for 1+ years), and Submit economic eligibility document

WHAT: A program designed to increase the participation rate of historically underrepresented and economically disadvantaged students in mathematics, science, technology, and health related fields. BMCC STEP provides NYC students in the 8th through 12th grades with a range of academic enrichment courses, research experience, and special programs in science, mathematics, and technology content areas.

Details: Free lunch and MetroCards will be provided to those who qualify.

WHERE: Borough of Manhattan Community College, 199 Chambers Street New York, NY 10007

WHEN:  July 7th, 2025 - August 14th, 2025 (Mondays-Thursdays from 10:00am - 3pm)

DEADLINE TO APPLY: June 30th, 2025

HOW: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdIKigR90Fcgvb5gpHc4Jcc-v-0cpO-8TsjuDFnrKRUeeAupQ/viewform 

Fordham STEP Lincoln Center Program (UNPAID)

WHO: Be a resident of New York State and Be a rising 8th-12th grade student; 

WHAT: Fordham University’s Science and Technology Entry Program (STEP) is a rigorous pre-college academic enrichment program designed to prepare students in middle school and high school for post secondary studies and careers in math, science, technology, health-related fields and licensed professions. STEP seeks to increase the representation of historically underrepresented or economically disadvantaged students in these fields.

WHERE: The Fordham University STEP Program at Lincoln Center takes place in Fordham University's Manhattan location located at 113 West 60th Street, New York, NY 10023.

WHEN:  TBD

DEADLINE TO APPLY: ASAP

HOW: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfZ9li1de7mOLOvf3c2BiTNuD0Qm0d3I5nUa7zUz0qXULysog/viewform 

The Collaboratory (Girls Write Now) (UNPAID)

WHO: 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th grade girls and non-binary students

WHAT: The Collaboratory Is Girls Write Now’s New Home For Our Expansive Community Of Mentors & Mentees To Connect And Create.

> ONE-TO-ONE MENTORING

Build personal and professional mentoring relationships that last a lifetime!

> DIVERSE COLLECTION OF LEARNING JOURNEYS

Get exposure to all types of writing, with the option to embark with your mentor or mentee on a specialized track of poetry, audio, performance, leadership development, college essay writing, career readiness, and more—including workshops, independent studies, and self-paced projects attuned to your goals.

> COMMUNITY STUDIOS

Meet with a small community of mentors and mentees at least once a month to connect and share your interests and passions. Studios cover a wide range of genres, media, topics, and professions—held at different times and locations to fit your schedule.

> HYBRID & ASYNCHRONOUS CURRICULUM OFFERINGS: 

Have the freedom and flexibility to decide when, where, and how you want to learn.

> UNIQUE LIBRARY OF COMMUNITY-INSPIRED RESOURCES & OPPORTUNITIES

Create, play, innovate, stretch and make your mark.

WHERE: TBD

WHEN:  TBD

DEADLINE TO APPLY: July 15th, 2025

HOW: https://girlswritenow.org/mentoring-type/journey-mentorship/