Get ready for college—and beyond—in this paid professional development program for high school juniors. Successfully complete your college applications, visit college campuses, and build your resume as part of a world-class arts institution. Over the course of a year-and-a-half, this exciting program provides professional development that culminates with on-the-job arts administration training. Students will also have access to one-on-one mentorship, and be able to practice their communication skills.

The Newton Community Farm offers two unpaid summer internships for high school students. In its education internship, interns educate students aged 3-13 on the natural world. Interns don’t have to have any prior experience and must assist children in gardening, crafts, or games. In the farm’s Field Crew internship, interns gain experience on the Newton farm by growing and cultivating produce. This internship is physically demanding, and interns experience growth in their leadership and responsibility skills.

TRIO-Upward Bound is funded by the US Department of Education to provide the requisite academic skills and motivation that qualifying students will need for success in post-secondary education.

This is an exciting opportunity for aspiring young executives and entrepreneurs at the Early Executive Leadership Academy this summer from July 27 - 30, 2020! Discover firsthand what majoring in business is all about where YOU choose the track: Money, Entrepreneurship, or Technology. You’ll learn from and rub shoulders with big named leaders, participate in fun activities with faculty, staff and our student leaders EVERY DAY, win prizes up to $100 and make the experience real by staying on campus. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to have front-row access and a hands-on experience like never before. And the best part is... 100% OF THE COST IS COVERED BY THE JOHN & JULIE LUND EARLY EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY SCHOLARSHIP AND OUR GENEROUS DONORS (A $500 VALUE)!

Destined for X hosts two programs: a week-long, virtual program where students visit top tech companies and network with Silicon Valley industry professionals; and a mentorship program that pairs students with an industry mentor who guides them on their professional endeavors.

Reinvent-a-thon is a month-long event set to take place in May and June to celebrate Reinvented’s 2nd birthday. The celebration consists of a competition, STEM enrichment activities, and a mentorship program. All participants will receive a free swag bags shipped directly to your house, which will include Reinvent-a-thon themed goodies!

A scientific research internship where teens are able to perform research using digital technology at the Field museum. Teens examine the museums plant and fossilized plant collections, using their knowledge of digital technology to perform projects for public use. Interns gain experience in museum operations and the STEM fields.

A virtual program hosted by Colorado State allowing high school seniors to discuss issues facing African American community. Students also earn college credits, gain experience in university laboratories, and gain more insight on student life.

The Young Leaders Summit (YLS), presented by the Youth Leadership Consortium (YLC), is a free, five-day, college empowerment conference for a diverse cohort of 200 low-income high school juniors, selected through a competitive application process. It is designed to give these young leaders the practical tools they need to successfully apply to top universities, have full access to scholarship and financial aid opportunities, and set a course for academic and career success.

A year-round four year college access program which prepares high school students artistically and academically for college and beyond. Students are able to create their portfolios throughout the school year, with each year of high school teaching them a new discipline. For 6 weeks in the summer, participants are able to take math, English, and art courses.