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College of MarinSelectiveCredit

College of Marin: Summer Career Academies

Free summer day academies for high school students exploring diverse career paths including STEM, healthcare, business, leadership, and public safety. Programs feature hands-on learning, industry guest speakers, and career exploration led by College of Marin instructors.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsCommuterNovato, CAFree172 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesCareer Exploration, STEM, Business/Entrepreneurship, Healthcare, Leadership

SubjectsSTEM Careers, AI Design, Graphic Design with AI, Game Design, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Career Exploration, Health Careers, Nursing, Leadership, Education, Social Justice, Business, Entrepreneurship, Fire Science, Public Safety

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://cte.marin.edu/summer-career-academies

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Jewish Family and Children's Services (JFCS)Selective

JFCS Summer Internship Program

A paid 6-week internship program for high school students in the Bay Area, offering hands-on workplace experience at partner organizations in healthcare, business, education, tech, and environmental advocacy, combined with professional development workshops and mentorship.

Jun · 6 wk sessionsCommuterMultiple locations$500–$1,49988 days

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesCareer Exploration, Business/Entrepreneurship

SubjectsHealthcare, Business, Education, Technology, Environmental Advocacy, Professional Development

Cost$500–$1,499 · $550

Websitehttps://www.jfcs.org/find-help/youth/shmunis-internship-program/

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NetWork Volunteers: Summer Volunteer Internship Program

A remote volunteer internship program offering high school and college students 8-week summer placements in community-based organizations focused on environmental sustainability, housing, education, and neighborhood revitalization.

Jun–Aug · 8 wk sessionsOnline$500–$1,499233 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, College

CategoriesCommunity Service, Career Exploration

SubjectsEnvironmental Sustainability, Housing and Homelessness, Education, Neighborhood Revitalization, Social Media Management, Website Development, Community Outreach

Cost$500–$1,499 · $485

Websitehttps://www.networkvolunteers.org/volunteer-internship-program

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University of Maryland Extended StudiesSelectiveCredit

University of Maryland: Terp Young Scholars | Robert H. Smith School of Business

A competitive 3-week summer program for high school students (rising grades 10–12) offering university-level courses in business, STEM, arts, social sciences, and other disciplines. Students choose one course from 30+ options, attend in-person on campus or online, and earn 3 official college credits posted to a UMD transcript.

Jul · 3 wk sessionsCommuter / OnlineCollege Park, MD$1,500–$2,999203 days

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Performing & Visual Arts

SubjectsArchitecture, Planning & Preservation, Arts & Humanities, Behavioral & Social Sciences, Business, Computer Science, Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Education, Engineering, Public Health, Agriculture & Natural Resources, Theater and Dance, Law, Geography, Psychology, Health Sciences, Environmental Studies

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,420

Websitehttps://tys.umd.edu

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Pioneer AcademicsSelectiveCredit

Pioneer Research Institute

An online research program for high school students (grades 9–12) offering independent mentorship with university professors across 23+ disciplines. Students conduct original research, earn 4 transferable college credits accredited by Oberlin College, and produce undergraduate-level research papers.

Feb, Jun · 8 wk sessionsOnline$7,000+Spring-to-Summer: Rolling (3rd week of October); Summer: Rolling (2nd week of January)

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Leadership

SubjectsAnthropology, Architecture, Art History, Astronomy, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Computer Science, Criminology, Culture Studies, Ecology, Economics, Education, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Film Studies, Gender Studies, History, International Relations, Literature, Mathematics, Media Studies, Music, Neuroscience, Philosophy, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology

Cost$7,000+ · $7,465

Websitehttps://pioneeracademics.com/

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Instituto Hemingway

Instituto Hemingway: Spanish & Volunteer in Spain

Intensive Spanish language course combined with volunteer work in Bilbao, Spain. Students study Spanish 20 hours per week while volunteering up to 20 hours weekly in community organizations including environmental, social, educational, and animal welfare sectors.

Jan–Dec · 1–8 wk sessionsCommuterBilbao, Spain$500–$1,499Rolling

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, College

CategoriesLanguage, Community Service, Travel/Cultural Immersion, Community Service, STEM

SubjectsSpanish Language, Volunteer Work, Environmental Conservation, Education, Animal Welfare, Social Services

Cost$500–$1,499 · $500

Websitehttps://www.institutohemingway.com/volunteer-in-spain.php

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NetWork Volunteers

NetWork Volunteers: Shared Service Experience Program

A group volunteering program that allows individuals to volunteer with peers to meet new people, gain hands-on experience, and make a collective impact. Includes housing, meals, transportation, and activities focused on environmental sustainability, education, housing, neighborhood revitalization, and arts and culture.

Jul–Aug · 1 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locations$500–$1,499

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, College

CategoriesCommunity Service

SubjectsEnvironmental Sustainability, Education, Housing and Homelessness, Neighborhood Revitalization, Arts and Culture

Cost$500–$1,499 · $785

Websitehttps://www.networkvolunteers.org/shared-service-experience-program

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Teachers College, Columbia University

Teachers College, Columbia University Pre-College Programs

Pre-college summer programs offered by TC Academy featuring courses in education, psychology, philosophy, arts, and leadership. Programs are available in in-person, online, and hybrid formats for high school students.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsCommuter / OnlineNew York, NY$1,500–$2,999Rolling

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Leadership, Performing & Visual Arts

SubjectsEducation, Psychology, Philosophy, Early Childhood Education, Teaching, Resilience and Personal Growth, Vocal Performance, Theater and Playwriting, Social Media Psychology

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,995

Websitehttps://www.tc.columbia.edu/tcacademy/programs/pre-college/

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Global Leadership Adventures

Global Leadership Adventures - Ghana: Children of Africa

A 14-day service learning and cultural immersion program in Ghana where students tutor at local primary schools, participate in community development projects, and experience traditional Ghanaian culture through dance, drumming, batik dyeing, and cultural ceremonies.

Jun–Aug · 2 wk sessionsResidentialKrobo, Ghana$3,000–$6,999172 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesCommunity Service, Travel/Cultural Immersion, Leadership

SubjectsService Learning, Community Development, Cultural Immersion, Textiles & Fashion, Education

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,599

Websitehttps://www.experiencegla.com/ghana/children-of-africa/

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Dream Volunteers

Service Trips by Dream Volunteers

International service trips combining volunteer work and cultural immersion in destinations across Central America, South America, Africa, Asia, and beyond. Participants live with local hosts while engaging in community-designed service projects focused on education and environmental protection.

Jun–Jul · 1–2 wk sessionsResidentialMountain View, CA$3,000–$6,999

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, College

CategoriesCommunity Service, Travel/Cultural Immersion

SubjectsCommunity Service, Environmental Conservation, Education

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,400

Websitehttps://dreamvolunteers.org/service-trips/

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Teachers College, Columbia University

Teachers Pre-College Academy: Young Minds: Early Childhood Education & Development

A summer program for ages 14-17 exploring early childhood education and development, covering child development theory, emotional and cognitive growth, and creating nurturing environments for young learners.

JunCommuterNew York, NY$3,000–$6,999

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Career Exploration

SubjectsEarly Childhood Education, Child Development, Psychology, Education

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,995

Websitehttps://www.tc.columbia.edu/tcacademy/programs/all-offerings/young-minds-early-childhood-education-and-development/

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Teachers College Columbia University Pre-College Academy

Teachers Pre-College Programs: What Makes a Great Teacher?

A summer program for high school students exploring teaching, learning, public speaking, and coaching through hands-on activities including lesson planning, classroom management, teacher shadowing, and mini-teaching challenges.

Jun–JulCommuterNew York, NY$3,000–$6,999

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Leadership, Career Exploration

SubjectsEducation, Teaching, Public Speaking, Coaching

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,995

Websitehttps://www.tc.columbia.edu/tcacademy/programs/all-offerings/what-makes-a-great-teacher/

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