Creek Campers
Application Deadline: Ongoing till July
Practice hands-on, field-based research on topics related to watershed health. Enjoy a preview of college life by staying in residence halls on Allegheny's historic campus, one of the most beautiful college campuses in the nation and rated by the Sierra Club as one of the greenest colleges. Work alongside environmental science professionals in one of the oldest and most highly respected environmental science programs in the country. Visit outdoor locations around the French Creek watershed, one of the most biodiverse in the nation. Learn more >>



Noonan Scholars Summer Academy
Application Deadline: May 17
Noonan Scholars Summer Academy is starting this summer in Boston. English, Critical Thinking, Math and Calculus courses will be taught. It is a 7 week, 8 hour a day, day program for underserved, mostly first generation students. T passes, lunch, and computers are provided. We would love to have rising seniors and rising high school freshman. Learn more >>



2nd Annual JA Week-Long Summer Program is Back!
Application Deadline: June 15
Junior Achievement offers high school students a unique opportunity to build their resume, network with Boston-area peers and professionals, learn about critical information to set them up for success, and have fun. Over the course of the week students learn about financial literacy, workforce readiness, and entrepreneurship with 50 student peers from around Greater Boston. Download the Flyer >>
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Internship in Community Arts Administration, Cambridge Wildlife Puppetry Project
The Cambridge Wildlife Puppetry Project, a project of the Friends of Tobin, Inc with funding from the Cambridge Arts Council, seeks 1-2 interns.

The intern will assist in activities that provide Cambridge families and youth access to (1) information about Cambridge wildlife and urban wildlife habitats; and (2) participatory experiences in the creation of and parading of large puppets that represent Cambridge wildlife. The internship includes working with a professional artist in workshops with partner organizations and facilitating youth and family participation in public science and art events. 

This is a volunteer internship, but volunteer interns will receive a stipend that will vary depending on sessions on which they work. Each session will require one intern (see dates on application).

Requirements:

• Cambridge resident or student in a Cambridge high school or higher education institution
• 15 years of age or older
• Good communication skills, outgoing personality, enthusiasm for the arts
• CORI for interns 18 years of age

Preferred:

• An interest or career goal in the arts, science or art education, environmental science, wildlife biology, or community development.

Completed applications should be mailed, faxed or hand-delivered to: Julie Croston, c/o Cambridge School Volunteers, Room 2407, CRLS, 459 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138. Fax: 617.349.6749.

Summer Design Exploration Program
Application Deadline: May 22
Harvard Graduate School of Design is currently accepting applications for the 2015 program for high school students at the Harvard Graduate School of Design. Admission is rolling basis, therefore students are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as they are able to. The program is fully funded by the Harvard Graduate School of Design and is FREE for all admitted students. Students will also be provided with T-passes and free lunch. Learn more >>

BHCC Summer Career Day Program
July 6 - 17, 2015 | 9AM - 3PM
The program is free and students can choose between classes in: Culinary and Pastry Arts, Engineering, Game Design, Introduction to Cybersecurity, Introduction to Health Careers and Designing Mobile Apps. This program is available to rising juniors, seniors, and College Freshmen.
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Rise Up
July 6 - 31 | Monday - Friday | 7:50AM - 2:30PM | CRLS
Rise Up is an enriching 4-week summer program open to eligible* rising 9th graders. Participation will prepare students for a successful transition to their high school career. Under the guidance of high school teachers, students strengthen their essential skills in Math, Literacy, and/or Science and build their knowledge and study skills through fun activities. Students make social connections with peers and high school teachers which leads to a more comfortable transition to high school. We are fortunate enough to partner with MYSEP, so eligible students can get paid throughout the program and students not enrolled in the Mayor’s Program can receive 10 credits upon entrance to CRLS. Please visit the Rise Up website or contact Andrew Miller or Jack Haverty for more information.
*Eligibility is based on three criteria (7th grade MCAS, free/reduced lunch & special education services)



Barnard Summer 2015
Application Deadline: June 5
Is offering five unique programs that offer students an opportunity to delve into the worlds of dance, science, web development, psychology, U.S politics, film-making, leadership, entrepreneurship, writing, and much more. Scholarships are also available.

Applications are on the website and students are accepted on a rolling basis, based on a review of completed applications, including all supporting documents.

About the DYK Summer: The DYK Summer is sent to promote and encourage CRLS students to participate in summer opportunities. To submit an announcement, email the DYK. Deadline for submission is Fridays at 10AM each week. For more information, please email Greta Hardina.