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FREE YMCA LIFEGUARD TRAINING & CERTIFICATION (PAID) Deadline: OPEN
FREE YMCA LIFEGUARD TRAINING & CERTIFICATION (PAID)
WHO: High school students 16 or older
WHAT: Earn while you learn! You’re one click away from starting your journey to become a lifeguard!
The YMCA’s nationally-recognized Lifeguard Certification program prepares you for one of the most highly demanded jobs in the country.
Course is free
2025 Participants earn a stipend while taking the lifeguard training course
Get a new hire bonus when you become certified through our course and join our team
YMCA Lifeguard Course allows the use of corrective lenses.
Minimum age to participate is 16 years old by the final day of the course.
This is the YMCA Lifeguard v6 Certification.
WHERE: NYC Locations
WHEN: Dates vary based on location
HOW: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdt_MPwcOcwhTP0Ob2XHSrqyxcyidftJXFyrAmg3S1TVfLLwA/viewform
DEADLINE TO APPLY: OPEN
SOUND+SCIENCE PROGRAM (UNPAID) Deadline: ROLLING
Sound+Science PROGRAM (UNPAID)
WHO: High school Students
WHAT: Sound+Science is an innovative after-school program, research lab, and community in NYC for high school students interested in exploring the unique and deep connection between music, science, and technology. Through a unique curriculum, participants will explore modules like ‘The Hidden Codes in Electronic Music’, ‘From Hip-Hop to AI’, and Music Improvisation and the Evolution of the Mathematics of Computation Sound+Science, revealing the profound connections between music, technology, physics and mathematics. Participants can look forward to Masterclass Lectures, where industry experts shed light on the confluence of music and technology and the Studio Labs, which provide a hands-on environment for participants to apply their knowledge, fostering creativity and collaboration. Sound+Science will also offer a challenging and supportive environment that pairs high school students with local college STEM majors as they work together on Incentive-based projects designed to challenge and motivate participants to create real-world applications that resonate with musicians, producers, and coders while facilitating knowledge exchange and mutual growth.
WHERE: 124 E 14th St New York, NY 10003
WHEN: We meet every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:00-7:00 pm at Civic Hall from Oct 7 to Nov 25.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Rolling
THE RANGER CONSERVATION CORPS INTERNSHIP (PAID) Deadline: ROLLING
THE RANGER CONSERVATION CORPS INTERNSHIP (PAID)
WHO: After school opportunity for identifying young women and gender expansive youth from 9 - 12th grade
WHAT: A year-round paid afterschool and summer fellowship program for high school students who have a professional interest in theatre (no prior experience necessary,) and an interest in using theatre as a tool for building community and advocating for people and places in their city. Through weekly in-person and virtual meetings, field trips, guest speakers, attending live theatre productions and professional development opportunities. Participants in the Urban Explorers Theatre Fellowship program will learn about a variety of theatre techniques in devising and writing original pieces from documentary to site-specific to forum theatre playwriting. The program will culminate with the creation of original work. Explorers will each receive a stipend of $300 for successfully participating in Semester 1, and a stipend of $500 for participating in Semester 2 (summer program), for a total of $800 if they participate in both semesters. Additionally, the program will provide academic career counseling and professional development, individualized mentorship, college and job recommendation letters, and a certificate of program completion. The program will also provide opportunities for fellows to prepare for entrance into additional theatre arts programs and collegiate programs.
WHERE: 830 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10065
WHEN: each session lasts approximately eight (8) weeks. The program occurs one day a week, on a school day afternoon for 2 to 2.5 hours
DEADLINE TO APPLY: ROLLING
HOW: https://www.nycgovparks.org/programs/rangers/conservation-corps/contact
YOUTH ACTION 50 (YA50) (PAID) Deadline: Rolling
YOUTH ACTION 50 (YA50)(PAID)
WHO: High School Students
WHAT: The Youth Action 50 (YA50) is a dynamic leadership initiative designed to empower the next generation of changemakers and young civic leaders. YA50 recognizes the critical role young people play in driving innovative solutions and social progress. The program brings together 50 Youth groups from diverse backgrounds to participate in transformative experiences that blend education, skill-building, hands-on advocacy, and access to experts via partnerships. Each group will be awarded $1,000 to support their vision.
WHERE: 253 Broadway, 8th floor, New York, NY 10007
WHEN: Ongoing (October 2025 – June 2026)
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Rolling
YOUTH ACTION 50 (YA50) (PAID) Deadline: ROLLING
YOUTH ACTION 50 (YA50) (PAID)
WHO: High school Students
WHAT: The Youth Action 50 (YA50) is a dynamic leadership initiative designed to empower the next generation of changemakers and young civic leaders. YA50 recognizes the critical role young people play in driving innovative solutions and social progress. The program brings together 50 Youth groups from diverse backgrounds to participate in transformative experiences that blend education, skill-building, hands-on advocacy, and access to experts via partnerships. Each group will be awarded $1,000 to support their vision.
WHERE: 253 Broadway, 8th floor, New York, NY 10007
WHEN: October 2025 – June 2026
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Roling
NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY (PAID) Deadline: ROLLING
NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY - SEWARD PARK BRANCH (PAID)
WHO: High school Students (10-12th Grade)
WHAT: The New York Public Library is looking for teens in the 10th, 11th, or 12th grade who are interested in at least one of the following:
-Working with children
-Exploring a career in education, literacy, librarianship, and/or youth services
-Exploring the world and work of libraries
The Teen Reading Ambassadors (TRA) position will be assigned to one of NYPL’s drop-in after-school homework help and enrichment programs at local branch libraries in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Teen Reading Ambassadors will be provided with pre-work and ongoing training that will allow them to serve as high-quality academic tutors at their site, with a focus on developing literacy skills and a love of reading in children ages 6–12. Ambassadors will also have the opportunity to support the production of Portal, a literary magazine for younger children.
WHERE: Various NYPL Locations
WHEN: 6-7 hours per week; scheduled for 3-3.5 hours each day on either Monday & Wednesday or Tuesday &
Thursday with additional orientation, training, and special opportunity hours to be scheduled
Most hours will be scheduled starting around 3 PM on weekdays. A few weekend events will be scheduled.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Roling
HOW: https://nypl.pinpointhq.com/en/postings/83637aa1-a163-4b1e-9c94-ff55bc774738
WEILL CORNELL MEDICINE - HEALTH PROFESSIONS RECRUITMENT/EXPOSURE (UNPAID) Deadline: 11/26/25
WEILL CORNELL MEDICINE - HEALTH PROFESSIONS RECRUITMENT/EXPOSURE (UNPAID)
WHO: High school Students in 10th - 11th Grade
WHAT: The Health Profession Recruitment/Exposure Program (HPREP) was created in 1989 by Dr. Daniel Laroche, '92 when he was a medical student to increase the enrollment rate of students who faced systemic and structural barriers that reduced their access to careers in medicine and to provide participants the opportunity to interact with medical students, faculty, and health professionals. Dr. Laroche had then shared the template for the program to the national leadership of Student National Medical Association (SNMA) and thereafter it was decided that the program birthed at WCM would be replicated by SNMA chapters at other medical schools. HPREP is a ten-week program held on Friday afternoons beginning in January. High school students will hear physicians and other health professionals speak on their path and work in small groups with medical students to write a personal statement, and resume, and draft a research paper. In addition, students will participate in practical workshops discussing the college application process. All students in the 10th and 11th grade are welcomed to apply.
https://medicaleducation.weill.cornell.edu/sites/default/files/hprep_2026_application_checklist.pdf
WHERE: 1300 York Avenue New York, NY 10065
WHEN: Students in grades 10 and 11 will participate in a 9 week program from January to March. Friday afternoons from 4:15 - 6:30 pm
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Wednesday, November 26, 2025 by 11:59 pm
HOW: https://weillcornell.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6LMNUfF2tPg3I8u
LUCILLE LORTEL THEATRRE'S NYC PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL PLAYWRITING FELLOWSHIP (PAID) Deadline: 11/26/23
LUCILLE LORTEL THEATRRE'S NYC PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL PLAYWRITING FELLOWSHIP (PAID)
WHO: Young women and gender expansive youth from 9 - 12th grade
WHAT: The Lucille Lortel Theatre’s NYC Public High School Playwriting Fellowship supports aspiring young playwrights in developing original plays through mentorship, workshops, and a professional staged reading. The program is run by artistic director Kimille Howard and teaching artist Nilan. he Playwriting Fellowship will support diverse young writers and create an awareness of playwriting as a career. The opportunities provided by this program will encourage NYC public high school students to become the next generation of playwrights.
WHERE: 121 Christopher Street New York, NY 10014
WHEN: Fellows must attend: 10 or more of the 12 mentorship workshops on:
January 26, 29
February 2, 9, 26
March 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 23, 26
The final presentation on March 30, 2026.
Workshops will take place in Manhattan from 4:30-6:30pm on Mondays and Thursdays. Three or more for the 4 theatrical presentations on:
February 5, 12
March 3, 19
DEADLINE TO APPLY: November 26, 2025 at 11:59 PM EST
HOW: https://lorteltheatre.submittable.com/submit/337813/2026-high-school-playwriting-fellowship
TELLURIDE ASSOCIATION SUMMER SEMINAR (TASS) (UNPAID) Deadline: 12/03/25
TELLURIDE ASSOCIATION SUMMER SEMINAR (TASS) (UNPAID)
WHO: TASS applications are open to all high school sophomores and juniors
WHAT: The Telluride Association Summer Seminar (TASS) is a free summer educational experience for high school sophomores and juniors. TASS prepares and inspires promising young students to lead and serve through transformative educational experiences rooted in critical thinking and democratic community. Telluride Association covers all program costs for every student, including tuition, books, room and board, field trips, and facilities fees. At TASS, you will improve your reading, writing, speaking, and critical thinking skills as you explore your interests in and out of the classroom. In order to encourage students in their love of learning, the program does not assign grades. You will also learn about and explore topics and ideas within history, politics, literature, art, and other disciplines. Finally, you will gain experience with community living, democratic decision-making, and transformative justice.
WHEN: TASS 2025 will be held from June 21, 2026 – July 25, 2026
WHERE: N/A
DEADLINE TO APPLY: December 3rd, 2025
HOW: https://tellurideassociation.org/our-programs/high-school-students/
BARUCH COLLEGE STEM RESEARCH ACADEMY (PAID) Deadline: 12/04/25
BARUCH COLLEGE STEM RESEARCH ACADEMY (PAID)
WHO: Must be a current NYC Public High School 10th or 11th grader when applying by December with an overall 80+ average.
WHAT: The Baruch College STEM Research Academy is a two-semester program aimed at NYC public high school students. Initially, during the spring semester, you will be enrolled in a college-credit research methods course designed to equip you with the essential tools of scientific inquiry. This includes formulating research questions, designing experiments, performing literature searches, and critically engaging with scientific literature, all aimed at preparing you for the expectations and rigor of working in a research lab environment.
Successful completion of this course, with at least a grade of C, paves the way for a hands-on, six-week summer research experience under the guidance of CUNY research faculty, where you can choose to dive into a research internship. The program's objectives are centered on developing a profound understanding of the nature of science, acquainting students with the culture of scientific research, and enhancing literacy skills critical for success in science. This culminates in a team-based presentation of your research findings at the CUNY STEM Research Exhibition and the NYC Science Research Mentoring Consortium Summer Symposium.
WHERE: 124 E 14th St New York, NY 10003
WHEN: January 26th, 2026 to May 26th, 2026
DEADLINE TO APPLY: December 4, 2025
HOW: https://collegenow.baruch.cuny.edu/stem-research-academy/
THE B-SIDE (PAID) Deadline: 12/05/25
THE B-SIDE (PAID)
WHO: High School students ages ages 14-22
WHAT: The B-Side is a program for young people that provides an introduction to different career opportunities in the music industry. This program provides future music-industry leaders with essential related skills and facilitates connections with performing artists, music-industry executives, accomplished producers, songwriters, and more. The B-Side curriculum, designed by Carnegie Hall teaching artists and music industry professionals, is supported by guest-speaker panels, field trips, networking events, and more.
WHERE: 154 West 57th Street, New York, 10019
WHEN: The 12 week program will meet IN PERSON in either Wednesdays from 4:30PM - 6:30PM , or Sundays from 3PM to 6PM, and starting on 11/5.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: December 5th, 2025
HOW: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQs3w1IY6yc-3XuxiyY5BmgfpR2b-qWABwT7UjpPeDNnPpAg/viewform
NYC SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION AUTHORITY (PAID) Deadline: 01/03/25
NYC SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION AUTHORITY (PAID)
WHO: All NYC high school student
WHAT: The SCA Summer Internship Program (“SIP”) recruits talented NYC public high school students for a six-week paid internship with various SCA departments and business partner companies throughout New York City. SIP is designed to expose students to careers in various industries, including but not limited to architecture, engineering, construction management, information technology, business, and public administration. The program provides interns with diverse internship experiences along with career mentoring. Students spend four days a week with their intern host and the remaining day attending educational programming. Students are paid $16.50 an hour for 30 hours a week during the six-week internship.
WHEN: The internship is an in-office position and the standard hours for the program are 9:00 am-4:00 pm Monday through Friday.
WHERE: 25-01 Jackson Avenue LIC, NY 11101
DEADLINE TO APPLY: January 3, 2025 - March 7th, 2025
HOW: http://nycsca.org/Careers/Internship-Program#High-School-Summer-Internship-Program-78
THE NEW YORK ACADEMY OF SCIENCES (UNPAID) Deadline: 01/06/25
THE NEW YORK ACADEMY OF SCIENCES (UNPAID)
THE NEW YORK ACADEMY OF SCIENCES (UNPAID)
WHO: 9th - 12th Grade students
WHAT: The Junior Academy is a project-based learning program where students form international teams and work with STEM experts through an online community platform. Students participate in Innovation Challengeswhere they collaborate under the guidance of STEM mentors to design solutions to real-world problems. Students and mentors can participate from anywhere in the world. The Junior Academy connects students, experts and industry leaders through the Academy’s virtual collaborative learning platform, Launchpad. Launchpad is where all of our programming takes place and where we host our in-depth discussions, challenges, expert talks and more. This platform was built specifically to support the Junior Academy network there’s nothing else like it. The platform is accessible to all, providing students with the support they need to pursue their science curiosity. Community leaders are charged with making sure all students receive the individualized support they need to access our platform.
WHERE: Online
WHEN: Virtual programming takes place online on our Launchpad platform.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: January 6th 2026 at 11:59 PM
STUDENT ART PROGRAM (PAID) Deadline: 01/31/25
STUDENT ART PROGRAM (PAID)
WHO: All NYC high school students (grades 9–12)
WHAT: Exhibit your artwork, build your portfolio, each exhibiting artist gets a $100 Blick gift card. We curate from original artwork and take care of it and return It if unselected. If your work is selected, it is framed and installed in a group show of teen artists across NYC. Your artwork will be in our permanent online gallery.
WHERE: 45 West 34th Street, Suite 1210 New York, NY 10001
WHEN: Submit your artwork by deadline and attend opening celebration
HOW: https://teens.artsconnection.org/sap/
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Based on Which Program you sign up for.
Simplicity in Complexity | Deadline: Sun. 12/7 @11:59 PM
HIGH SCHOOL APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM (PAID) Deadline: 02/13/25
HIGH SCHOOL APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM (PAID)
WHO: High School Students
WHAT: The High School Apprenticeship Program offers New York City public high school students a challenging program of study and work designed to give them a behind-the-scenes look at what it is like to work in the Museum and explore Jewish heritage and their own. Apprentices are paid for their participation in the program. Students of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
WHERE: 36 Battery Place, New York, NY 10280
WHEN: Apprentices have part-time (Monday - Thursday, 10 AM - 3 PM) paid positions at the Museum beginning Monday, June 29th through Thursday, August 6th.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: February 13th, 2026 at 3PM.
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