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HOPP Program 
The Human Oncology & Pathogenesis Program at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center provides high school students with hands-on experience in laboratory techniques. Students conduct independent research projects and attend enriching training sessions and tours designed to support their interest in the clinical side of translational research and fuel their curiosity for science.
 
Eligibility
Completion of at least the 9th grade by June 2022
•Must be 14 or older by June 28, 2022
•A genuine interest in science and laboratory research
•3.5 GPA in science subjects
•Two letters of recommendation
•Eight-week commitment to the program

 

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New York Botanical Garden: Science Intern
The Science Intern is a temporary, part-time position, responsible for working with a science mentor on a research project. This may include but is not limited to research on plant diversity, molecular biology, systematics, taxonomy, morphology, development, and/or bioinformatics.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities: 

  • Responsibilities include working with teams and participation in enrichment activities such as career awareness, presentations and science communication, skill building, and conducting themselves in a professional manner
  • The intern is expected to make satisfactory progress working on scientific research and to carry our duties as assigned by their supervisor

 

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SOUND THINKING NYC IS OFFERING FREE COLLEGE NOW COURSES!
This Spring Sound Thinking is offering a Music Tech Course through College Now at Brooklyn College. After the completion of this course, student will receive 3 college credits. The course is offered on Saturdays via Zoom. We are also offering every student in the course a free Pro Tools subscription for the duration of the course.

Application Deadline: December 20, 2022

 

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Become a Teen Takes Charge Organizer!

If you're a high schooler who cares about racial justice in public schools wants to fight for change TEENS values community wants to use your voice!

Application Deadline: Dec 10, 2022.

 

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Upcoming Events

 

Join Year Up on December 13th from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm for their Career Day.  The event will include information about Year Up, two professional skills workshops, a panel of Year Up alumni and staff, and admissions help.

To qualify for our program, clients must: Be between 18-29 years old, have a HS diploma or equivalent, cannot already have a Bachelor’s Degree, and live within commuting distance of Year Up’s location, full vaccination (with some exceptions).

 

Register Here

 

 

 

Gain skills, join a team, get paid! 

 
Zell Internship
The Volunteer Department on the Manhattan campus is seeking interns to join the team! Assist Community Life Activities, Volunteers, Religious Life & Therapeutic Recreation staff in running meaningful engagement activities with the residents both one- to- one and in a group setting.

Job Duties:

  • Assist staff with on-unit activities including sing- along, music appreciation, exercise, dance, games, crafts etc
  • Provide one-on-one interactions such as reading to resident, Music & Memory, Technology, letter writing, games, and conversation.
  • Assist with transportation to off-unit programming
  • AND MORE.....

 

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Bank of America: Student Leader Internship 
BOA is looking for the next generation of community leaders.  If you are a junior or senior in high school and working to make a difference in your school or community, we want to support you. As a student leader, you will participate in an eight-week paid internship at a local nonprofit organization where you will learn first-hand about the needs of your community and the critical role nonprofits play. In addition, you will learn valuable civic, social and business leadership skills. Each student leader will attend the SL Summit held in Washington, D.C. where you will learn how government, business and the nonprofit sector work together to address critical community needs. 

Application Deadline: January 13, 2023

 

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Project InSight Junior Fellowship
Project InSight encourages active interest exploration of fields related to eye health, vision care, and/or working with populations experiencing visual impairment. For any high school aged student interested in preliminary interest exploration through informational interviews, shadow days, and/or site visits, the Junior Fellowship will provide a $250.00 stipend after 10 documented exploratory activities with adult professionals in related fields.

 

Learn More Here

 

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Brooklyn Botanic Garden
The Garden Apprentice Program (GAP) at Brooklyn Botanic Garden is a great way for teens to learn about urban agriculture and the environment while working in one of the most exciting public gardens in the world! Apprentices can work their way up through the four-tier program.

Application Deadline: December 9, 2022

 

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The New York Academy of Sciences: Junior Academy 

Junior Academy participants are enthusiastic learners and problem solvers with a passion for science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). They have a desire to collaborate with international peers to address the world’s most pressing challenges.

  • Age: 13–17 years old.
  • Location: Virtual programming takes place online on our Launchpad platform.
  • Language: All program content and communication on the platform is in English, and a strong level of English proficiency is required. 
  • Time Commitment: Three to four hours each week during challenge periods.
Application Deadline: January 3, 2023

 

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CITYarts: Multiple Internships Available
CITYarts engages youth with professional artists in the creation of public art, including murals and mosaics. Through this creative process, CITYarts empowers, educates, and connects youth and children locally and around the world to become active participants in realizing their potential and transforming communities.

Internships available in: 
Bookkeeping, Design, Development, Photo/Video, Pieces for Peace, PR/Marketing, Projects & Social Media

 

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The Emma Bowen Foundation
Whether you're interested in being a producer, a journalist, a web developer, an engineer, a business executive, a PR agent, a sales representative, or any other career in media or tech, the EBF Internship is here to help you get your start. If selected, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in these organizations so you can learn, grow and put yourself on the fast-track to career success

 

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Futures and Options
The Internship Program provides paid, mentored internships and career readiness workshops to high school juniors and seniors. Students acquire hands-on experience, gain entry to small businesses, nonprofits, government agencies and multinational corporations and earn needed money.

Still time to APPLY!!!

 

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The Ranger Conservation Corps Internship; Fall
The Ranger Conservation Corps is a great urban environmental internship for high school students who are interested in the natural world or environmental issues. 

Our Ranger Conservation Corps interns gain experience while working with the Urban Park Rangers on environmental restoration in natural areas in our flagship parks. Participants may go on exciting field trips including canoeing, overnight camping, and more. Interns receive community service hours, and the experience looks great on a college application!

 

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Project True Field Research Assistant

Spend your summer conducting field research in NYC with a team of college students and scientists from Fordham University and the Wildlife Conservation Society. Contribute to ongoing research projects that improve our understanding of NYC wildlife.

Sign Up to Learn More!!!!

 

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Increase your impact, join a program 

 
Teen Fridays! 

Join The Met for Teen Fridays—the place for teens to be creative, have snacks, and meet other teens with similar and different interests. Explore passions, ideas, and new activities every first and third Friday of the month. Drop in to:

  • join in teen-centered activities planned by teens
  • hang out and listen to music in a stress-free space 
  • meet and collaborate with teens and creative professionals
  • get creative in an open studio: hone your skills and experiment with fashion, design, writing, performance, music, art, and more. For teens at all levels of expertise and interest.

 

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NYC Parks: RecYouth 
NYC Parks citywide teen digital media program teaches young adults media making skills. Topics include video production, audio production, graphic design, game design and photography. Create an empowering documentary short video, record a hit song or album, or learn how to code so you can make your own game! 

Eligibility: RecYouth is FREE and open to all who are:
  • Age 13 to 17 at start of program
  • A recreation center member, sign up online
  • Committed to the length of program
  • Interested in creating digital media; including film, animation, games, photography, and coding

 

Apply Here

 

CAMBA
Heating Ventilation Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration Training

CAMBA is offering FREE comprehensive HVAC&R Training this December! which will open up career opportunities for you in an in-demand profession with excellent pay, job security, and opportunities for advancement!

Completion of 72 hours of training will qualify you to apply for:

  • EPA Section 608 UNIVERSAL Certificate for HVAC
  • Certificate of Fitness for Low Pressure Oil Burner Operation
  • Certificate of Fitness for Citywide Standpipe Systems
  • Certificate of Fitness for Citywide Sprinkler Systems

CAMBA also provides MetroCards, Financial Assistance for Licensing, Resume, Interview Prep, & Job Placement Assistance! 

 

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CAMBA: OSHA 30-Hour Construction & NYC DOB 10-Hour SST

Upon completion of both trainings, CAMBA will offer financial assistance to receive OSHA 30-hour card and NYC DOB SST 10-hour card.

Eligibility: The program welcomes all applicants who are:

  • Fully vaccinated
  • NYC resident
  • Work authorized in USA
  • Unemployed & High School Degree/GED or
    Higher Education Preferred

 

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Youth Leadership Councils 
NYC Youth Leadership Councils (YLCs) are the place to make real change happen in your school, neighborhood, or community. Students ages 14-21 currently enrolled in high school or an equivalency program can join a YLC to partner with peer leaders and adult allies and take action on the issues that matter to you most.

 

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Photography

 

A collaborative program with the International Center of Photography, ICP at THE POINT teaches the fundamentals of photography, critical thinking, writing, and public speaking with the goal of fostering self-esteem, community development, and social change. In addition to THE POINT’s onsite black-and-white darkroom and Vantage Point Gallery, students have access to a virtual classroom. Registration is ongoing with courses running four times a year. 


ICP at THE POINT Winter 2023 application is now open and I look forward to meeting and welcoming your students in the near future.
 
With love from The Bronx,
 
Abigail Montes 
ICP at THE POINT 
Co-Program Coordinator / Lab Manager
940 Garrison Avenue
Cell: (646) 548-8710
Virtual / Office Hours: 12:30-7:30pm Tuesdays & Thursdays
11am-3pm Fridays