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Summer 2024 Programs

 
Sound Thinking NYC Summer Intensive
SOUND THINKING NYC is now offering a FREE FOUR-WEEK SUMMER INTENSIVE for NYC public high school students interested in exploring how to turn their passion for music into a possible career.

STNYC is a program of the CUNY Creative Arts Team (CAT) and NYC Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment (MOME). Sound Thinking advances gender and racial equity in New York City's thriving music industry by bringing together a community of young people to learn about careers, train in music production, build leadership skills, and network with industry professionals. We are excited to invite all NYC public high school students to apply for the 2024 Summer Program.

The Sound Thinking Summer Intensive

Program will run one 4-week Intensive.

The session runs from

Monday, July 8th to Friday, August 2nd

 

Deadline to submit application is: May 6th, 2024

The Summer Intensive is open to current 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students who will be entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade in the Fall of 2024.

APPLICATION LINK

 

 

Cornell Precollege Summer Program - ONLINE

Cornell’s Precollege Studies application is now open for summer online courses.

 

Choose a three- or six-week course (or combine two for a nine-week program), study with Cornell faculty, and earn up to twelve credits and a Cornell transcript. Courses run between June 3 and August 6.

 

During the summer, you can select from more than 90 regular undergraduate Cornell courses in Arts and Architecture, Business and Hotel Management, Health and Humanities, International Relations, Psychology, Science and Technology, Sustainability, Veterinary Medicine, and more! More courses will be added in the coming months.

 

The application deadline is May 5. Limited financial aid is available.

 
 
Manhattan District Attorney Summer Programs
 
The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) has two openings for the 2024 Gun Violence Prevention Fellowship. The three-month fellowship offers young adults affected by gun violence an immersive platform to work with our staff on transformative strategies. At the end of the program, the fellows will present the District Attorney with innovative policy or legislative solutions to address gun violence. The fellows will be paid minimum wage.
 
The Manhattan District Attorney’s High School Internship Program is a rigorous five-week internship that provides students with an insider’s view of the criminal justice system. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in workshops and discussions, participate in a mock trial program, develop professionalism in an office setting, and more. Interns will be paid minimum wage.
 
 
 
Dr. Beverly J. Robinson Community Folk Culture Program Internship 
 
Mind-Builders Creative Arts Center in the Northeast Bronx conducts classes for children, teens and adults in music, dance, theater, martial arts, Pre-K and community folk culture studies. We are recruiting now for an exciting paid internship program in the Dr. Beverly J. Robinson Community Folk Culture Program. The summer internship program is open to ages 14-21.  Applicants must submit this form by April 15th. 
 
Through this special paid internship opportunity:
 
  • Learn to interview & document masterful artists, craft artisans, tradition-bearers, & community members
  • Sharpen skills in photography, videography & community research
  • Work with program team to produce public presentations that share exciting performances, cultural traditions and history with youth and community audiences of all ages
  • Take trips to cultural events, art galleries, museums & more
  • Connect with other youth to share arts, style, and culture
New participants will receive a $500 and returning interns will receive $600 or more upon successful completion of the 5-week internship program. The full stipend is based on interns' attendance, participation, punctuality, and completion of all assignments.
Mind-Builders Creative Arts Center, 3415 Olinville Avenue, Bronx, NY 10467 (Near Gun Hill Rd & White Plains Rd, Near #2, #5 Train And #41, #55, #38 And #28 Buses).
 

TECH360 Summer Bootcamp

 

TECH360 is a FREE, 3-week training program for rising juniors and seniors enrolled in high school. Students enrolled in the program learn the fundamentals of web design and development from AOT instructors and software engineers working at technology companies. Students who complete the program will receive a $500 stipend. 

 

WHO: Current high school sophomores or juniors / rising juniors or seniors 

WHEN: July 1 - July 18 OR July 29 - August 15; Monday-Thursday from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM 

WHERE: Mostly Zoom, 2 sessions will be in-person 

DEADLINE TO APPLY: Friday, May 24th at 11:59 PM EST

 

To learn more about the program, click here.

For the application, click here.

For Graduating Seniors Only -  BwC College Summer Internship
 
The Legacy Network College Summer Internship and the 2024 Summer Internship Grant are now open for applications. These programs are available for graduating 12th-grade students and current college students. College students who are working on or have secured an unpaid internship are eligible for the Summer Internship Grant. The Legacy Network College Summer Internship is intended for students interested in politics, education, or non-profit work.

Please note that the application deadline for both programs is Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. To apply, you must submit your application, a copy of your resume, transcript, and spring class schedule by May 1. Please review your application materials thoroughly before submission. If you have any questions, please contact Bria Baptiste at [email protected] or 646-532-8181
 
 NYS Unified Court System Summer Internships
BASE SALARY:
$18.00 Hourly
CLASSIFICATION:
Full-time - Temporary (July 8 to August 14)
QUALIFICATIONS:
High school students and recent high school graduates (within the last year) 17 years or older at the time program starts, and college students. Those under the age of 18 must obtain an employment certificate, also called working papers, in order to hold a job in NYS.

ASSIGNMENT: The mission of the NYS Unified Court System is to deliver equal justice under the law and to achieve the just, fair and timely resolution of all matters that come before the courts. To promote civic education and readiness we have developed an Internship Program for High School and Undergraduate College Students that enhances students’ fundamental understanding of the court system and the role of courts in the function of government. Interns are provided the opportunity to integrate classroom education and theory with practical and relevant career experience. Interns will have the opportunity to experience the work of judges, attorneys, court clerks, court reporters, court officers, interpreters, and other professionals and receive hands-on experience in the work of the courts.

We are committed to providing an interactive program where participants are involved in various aspects of court operations and will develop a concrete understanding of the of the Judiciary, the civil, family and criminal justice systems, and the role of various professionals working in service of our mission. Participants will be exposed to various court processes; educated on applicable laws, rules, and protocols; and informed about various careers available within the Judiciary. Students will also acquire an understanding on ethical and professional practices and Code of Conduct for employees; receive hands-on experience under the supervision of experienced professionals; and gain civic knowledge to serve the public good as members of a culturally diverse, democratic society.

There are multiple opportunities available throughout the state and interns will be assigned to a District Office (Albany, Schenectady, Syracuse, Binghamton, Rochester, Buffalo, White Plains, Mineola, and Central Islip), a NYC Chief Clerk's Office, or the Office of Court Administration (NYC or Albany). The Internship program will run from July 8 through August 14. Candidates should have an interest in working and learning about the justice system and/or legal profession. Students who are economically disadvantaged or come from under-served communities are encouraged to apply.

Apply By May 3rd