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Gold SignalNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)Selective

National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST): Summer High School Intern Program (SHIP)

A competitive seven-week unpaid internship program where high school juniors and seniors participate in cutting-edge scientific research projects across multiple NIST laboratories in Boulder, Colorado or Gaithersburg, Maryland.

Jun · 6 wk sessionsCommuterMultiple locationsFree82 days
Entering grades11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsEngineering, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Materials Science, Scientific Research
CostFree · $0
Websitehttps://www.nist.gov/careers/student-opportunities/summer-high-school-intern-program
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Silver SignalSUNY Stony BrookSelective

SUNY Stony Brook Engineering and Applied Sciences: Garcia Center Summer Research Program

A 7-week hands-on laboratory research program for high school students focused on materials science and polymer engineering. Students design original research projects under the guidance of Garcia Center faculty and staff, with opportunities for publication and recognition in national competitions.

Jun · 6 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialStony Brook, NY$3,000–$6,999114 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsMaterials Science, Polymer Engineering, Composite Materials, Chemistry, Physics
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,000
Websitehttps://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/garcia/summer_program/apply
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Bronze SignalJohns Hopkins University, Whiting School of EngineeringSelectiveCredit

Johns Hopkins Engineering Innovation Pre-College Programs

A suite of five engineering and computer science summer programs offering college-level coursework with hands-on projects. Programs include Biomedical Engineering Innovation, Engineering Innovation Research, Explore Engineering Innovation, Intro to Python, and Sustainable Energy Engineering, available in online, commuter, residential, and hybrid formats.

Jun–Oct · 2–4 wk sessionsCommuter / Residential / OnlineBaltimore, MD$3,000–$6,999198 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, PG
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsBiomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Sustainable Energy, Python Programming, Computer Science
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $1,330
Websitehttps://ei.jhu.edu/
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Bronze SignalJohns Hopkins UniversitySelectiveCredit

Johns Hopkins Explore Engineering Innovation Pre-College Program

A college-level summer engineering program for high school students covering civil, chemical, electrical, computer, and mechanical engineering disciplines. Offered in multiple formats including in-person commuter, residential, hybrid, and online synchronous options, with three college credits awarded.

Jun–Jul · 4–5 wk sessionsCommuter / Residential / OnlineBaltimore, MD$3,000–$6,999
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsCivil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Computer Programming
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,800
Websitehttps://ei.jhu.edu/programs/eei/
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United States Naval AcademySelective

US Naval Academy: Summer STEM Program

A selective residential STEM program for rising 9th–11th graders at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis. Students participate in faculty-led STEM modules including reverse engineering, materials characterization, and programming, alongside leadership activities and interaction with Midshipmen.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsResidentialAnnapolis, MD<$500141 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsEngineering, Computer Science, Materials Science
Cost<$500 · $750
Websitehttps://www.usna.edu/Admissions/Programs/STEM.php
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University of ConnecticutSelective

UConn Pre-College Summer: Chemistry

A one-week hands-on chemistry program exploring diverse career paths through experiments in pharmaceuticals, natural products, metallurgy, materials science, cosmetics, and molecular gastronomy.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidentialStorrs, CT$1,500–$2,999
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsChemistry, Pharmaceuticals, Materials Science
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,150
Websitehttps://precollege-summer.uconn.edu/courses/chemistry/
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Franklin Academy in collaboration with UC Irvine School of EngineeringSelective

Franklin Academy: Lab on a Chip

An interdisciplinary engineering program for high school students focusing on micro-scale laboratory systems, biology, chemistry, and materials science through hands-on lab work, CAD-based modeling, and team-based design projects guided by UC Irvine faculty.

CommuterOrange County, CARolling
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsEngineering, Biology, Chemistry, Materials Science, CAD Design
Websitehttps://franklinacademy.us/summer-camp-schools/lab-on-chip/
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Missouri University of Science and TechnologyCredit

Missouri University of Science and Technology: Summer Camps

A collection of 40+ individual STEM and enrichment camps hosted by Missouri S&T in Rolla, Missouri, offering residential and day options for students in grades 5–12 with durations ranging from 3 to 9 days.

May–Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterRolla, MO<$500186 days
Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsEngineering, Robotics, Aerospace, Biology, Chemistry, Cybersecurity, Environmental Science, Materials Science, Filmmaking and Digital Media, Outdoor Adventure
Cost<$500 · $275
Websitehttps://summer.mst.edu/
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University of Maryland Clark School of Engineering

University of Maryland: WIE RISE Summer Program

A virtual, webinar-style introduction to engineering research for rising 9th–12th grade students. Students explore eight engineering disciplines through virtual lab tours, demonstrations, and at-home experiments hosted by current engineering students.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsOnline<$500Opens January (for following summer)
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsEngineering, Aerospace Engineering, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil & Environmental Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering
Cost<$500 · $25
Websitehttps://eng.umd.edu/wie/future-students/6-12-programs
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Alfred University

Alfred University: Engineering Summer Academic Institute

A 6-day residential engineering summer program exploring ceramic engineering, materials science, glass melting, 3D printing, supercapacitors, AI, and renewable energy systems. Students work with world-renowned faculty and interact with graduate and undergraduate researchers.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidentialAlfred, NY$500–$1,499203 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM
SubjectsEngineering, Ceramic Engineering, Materials Science, 3D Printing, Renewable Energy
Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,000
Websitehttps://www.alfred.edu/about/summers-at-alfred/summer-camps/school-of-engineering.cfm
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University of Maryland Extended StudiesCredit

University of Maryland: Terp Young Scholars | College of Arts and Humanities

A three-week summer program offering 3-credit university courses across arts, humanities, business, computing, engineering, health sciences, and social sciences for rising high school sophomores through seniors. Available in both in-person campus and fully online formats.

Jul · 3 wk sessionsCommuter / OnlineCollege Park, MD$1,500–$2,999203 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsArchitecture, Planning & Preservation, Creative Writing, History, Philosophy, Theater Design, Accounting, Business, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Computing, Python Programming, Data Science, Digital Media, Engineering, Materials Science, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Medical Physiology, Public Health, Global Health, Criminal Justice, Mock Trial, Forensic Anthropology, International Relations, Psychology
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,420
Websitehttps://tys.umd.edu/
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Reach Cambridge

Reach Cambridge - Engineering

A 2, 4, or 6-week residential engineering program in Cambridge, UK, featuring 20 hours of weekly academic tuition in core engineering principles, hands-on design projects, and optional taster courses. Students stay in University Colleges with 24-hour supervision, meals, guest lectures, workshops, and cultural excursions included.

Jul–Aug · 2–6 wk sessionsResidentialCambridge, United Kingdom$7,000+141 days
Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, PG
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsEngineering, Mechanical Engineering, Thermodynamics, Materials Science, Robotics, Renewable Energy, Sustainable Engineering, Aerodynamics
Cost$7,000+ · $6,295
Websitehttps://www.reachcambridge.com/courses/engineering
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