Category Archives: Science

The Center for Excellence in Youth Education at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

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The Center for Excellence in Youth Education at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is pleased to announce the opening of our 2020 Summer Program Application! This summer, we will offer a hands-on, project-based research course for current 9th, 10th, and Y1 students interested in exploring Genetics & Genomics with Drosophila (fruit flies) as an animal model. In addition, current 11th grade students are eligible for our Clinical Hospital Placement Internship program, which enables students to explore careers by way of daily shadowing experiences under physicians and other healthcare professionals. The application and descriptions are also posted on our website. More specific directions related to the application process, FAQs, requirements and eligibility can be found on our website and here. Please note that applications are due Sunday, March 22nd and only students with complete applications will be considered.

 

National Student Leader Conference

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National Student Leader Conference (NSLC) provides students with the opportunity to experience life on a college campus; develop essential leadership skills; and explore a future career through exciting simulations, exclusive site visits and interactive meetings with renowned leaders in their chosen field.

Leadership is the key to success in every profession and at the core of every NSLC youth leadership program. At the NSLC, you will enjoy innovative and fun leadership workshops where you will both learn and apply essential leadership skills including: Team Building, Ethical Decision Making, Time Management, Goal Setting, Public Speaking, and Conflict Resolution.

Youth Leadership Programs:

  • Business & Entrepreneurship
  • Culinary Arts & Restaurant Management
  • Education & the Classroom
  • Engineering
  • Forensic Science
  • Intelligence & National Security
  • International Diplomacy
  • Journalism, Film & Media Arts
  • Law & Advocacy
  • Mastering Leadership
  • Medicine & Health Care
  • Political Action & Public Policy
  • Sports & Entertainment Management
  • Theater

Programs take place in New York City, DC, Chicago, San Francisco

View Details here: www.nslcleaders.org/youth-leadership-programs

Standford Medical Youth Science Program (SMYSP)

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The SMYSP Summer Residential Program (SRP) is an annual five-week science- and medicine-based enrichment program that takes place from mid-June to late July, and is held on the campus of Stanford University. It is open to low-income and ethnically diverse high school sophomores and juniors who live in northern and central California. There is no cost to participants.

SMYSP offers students:

  • a full scholarship for the Summer Residential Program covering student expenses including tuition, books, classroom fees, and room and board.
  • an intense and rewarding educational experience.
  • staff members who work with each student’s innate talents to broaden understanding of the basic sciences, health and social sciences.
  • an opportunity to attend lectures given by Stanford professors, medical professionals and staff members.
  • to participate in computer and writing seminars, and anatomy and pathology laboratory workshops.
  • real-world hospital experience wherein participants are placed in a volunteer internship two days per week at either the Stanford Hospital & Clinics or the Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System hospital.
  • a mentor who is a Stanford medical student, graduate student or health professional.
  • opportunities to develop leadership skills to be effective leaders and role models in their school and communities.
  • letters of recommendation to its graduates for college applications, scholarships or job applications for participants as needed.
  • opportunities to develop important friendships; living, eating, and working with other students for five weeks is a great way to get to know people really well

You qualify for the SMYSP Summer Residential Program and are invited to apply if you:

  • are currently a sophomore or junior in high school who lives and attends school in one of the northern or central California counties from which we recruit. Preference is given to students who are juniors.
  • are from a low-income family, and/or a family with little or no history of attending college.
  • have demonstrated interest in science classes and have received a B-average in some of them.
  • have demonstrated an interest in medicine- and health-related careers, and show maturity, intelligence, initiative and curiosity about the world around you.

Applications become available mid- to late-December each year.

For more information: http://smysp.stanford.edu

Health and Biomedical Sciences: Summer Camp

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The Health and Biomedical Sciences Summer Camp at Lebanon Valley College in Annville, PA provides high school students a window into the scientific basis of human health.

Through lectures and hands-on laboratory investigations in state-of-the-art laboratories, students will be introduced to the fundamentals of molecular biology, pharmacology, immunology, biochemistry and medical ethics.

In addition, students will interact with practicing professionals in fields such as medicine, physical therapy, toxicology, genetic counseling and biomedical laboratory research. The Health and Biomedical Sciences camp will provide a fun, challenging and engaging college environment in which students will develop a deeper understanding of what it means to be a biomedical scientist and health professional.

Camp Details:

When: The Health and Biomedical Sciences Summer Camp will be held from July 26-31, 2020.
Where: Lebanon Valley College, Annville, Pa.
Cost: $1,000 (this all-inclusive camp fee covers room and board, laboratory supplies, lecture supplies, evening activities, guest speakers, etc.)
Who: Rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors

For details, visit https://www.lvc.edu/life-at-lvc/summer-community-programming/health-biomedical-sciences-camp/
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis

The River Project’s Marine Biology Internship Program

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Interns in the Marine Biology Internship Program (MBIP) participate in research projects conducted by The River Project and its partners and are assigned to a variety of projects depending on their interests and skill level. Interns help catch and maintain the organisms housed in the 3,500-gallon flow-through aquarium system and learn a variety of skills including water quality testing, organism identification, behavioral observations, and other important lab and field skills. Interns will also participate in environmental education, teaching what they have learned. Interns plan and host a Wetlab Look-in centered on a Hudson River Estuary topic of their choice.

A more lab-based internship is offered to experienced undergraduate students with an interest in environmental science and water quality. They help with the Citizen’s Water Quality Testing Program and learn how to take water samples for bacterial assessment and learn lab techniques for bacterial culturing using the industry-standard kit and protocol from IDEXX. This program runs for 20 weeks from May to October. Interns must be available Thursdays and Fridays for sample processing and analysis.

For inquiries, please send your résumé/CV and cover letter to Siddhartha Hayes at siddhartha@riverprojectnyc.org.

For details, visit: https://www.riverprojectnyc.org/internship-opportunities

Zoo Volunteers: Central Park, Prospect Park, Bronx & Queens Zoo

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BRONX ZOO:
As a docent with the Friends of the Zoo, you’ll help out the Education Department by leading schoolchildren and other groups on guided tours of exhibits and assisting in our environmental education programs. As a volunteer ambassador, you’ll work with the Guest Relations Department to help provide the best possible guest experience to our zoo visitors.

CENTRAL PARK ZOO:
Become a Wildlife Guide at one of the nation’s greatest institutions. You’ll assist the Education Department at the Central Park Zoo in engaging in inquiry-based discussions with zoo visitors, interacting with guests at the information cart, offering administrative support, leading tours, reading to children during our story time activities, and participating in a variety of events and educational programs.

NEW YORK AQUARIUM:
As an Aquarium volunteer you will help staff exhibits; assist keepers with animal care, training, and exhibit maintenance; teach visitors about marine conservation; or work at events and education programs. We offer three volunteer programs with unique responsibilities.

For additional information and deadlines, visit: http://nyaquarium.com/volunteering

PROSPECT PARK ZOO:
As a Discovery Guide, you’ll answer questions about animals, direct visitors around the zoo, help out at special events and run children’s activities.

As an Education Docent you’ll interpret animal exhibits, lead tours, interact with families in the Discovery Center, assist with educational programs, and have the opportunity to train as a narrator for daily Sea Lion feedings.
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE NEXT ZOO DOCENT TRAINING CLASS

For additional information, visit:  http://prospectparkzoo.com/volunteering

QUEENS ZOO:
As a member of the team, you’ll teach schoolchildren and other visitors about animals by leading guided tours, assisting with special programs and events, speaking at narrated feedings, and helping with arts and crafts activities.

Applications Deadline December 1, 2016, visit:  http://Queenszoo.com/volunteering

For information on all volunteer programs, visit: www.wildlifeconservation/volunteer

Volunteer at a New York City Hospital

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BROOKLYN:
Brookdale University Hospital whttp://www.brookdalehospital.org/community/volunteers.html

Lutheran Medical Center  http://www.lutheranhealthcare.org/Main/VolunteerServices.aspx

New York Methodist Hospital www.nym.org/Volunteers

The Brooklyn Hospital Center www.tbh.org/volunteer

 

MANHATTAN:
Beth Israel Medical wwww.wehealny.org/volunteer

Lenox Hill www.lenoxhillhospital.org/volunteer

Mount Sinai Hospital mountsinai.org/volunteer

New York Eye & Ear Infirmary www.nyee.edu/volunteer

New York Presbyterian Hospital http://www.nyp.org/volunteer/becoming-a-volunteer

NYC Health & Hospitals Corporation www.nyc.gov/hhc/volunteer

NYU Langone Medical Center www.med.nyu.edu/volunteer

Roosevelt Hospital www.wehealny.org/volunteer

St. Luke’s Hospital www.wehealny.org/volunteer

QUEENS:
Elmhurst Hospital www.nyc.gov/hhc/volunteer

 

Henry Street Settlement

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Founded in 1893, Henry Street Settlement delivers a wide range of social service, arts and health care programs to more than 50,000 New Yorkers each year. Henry Street challenges the effects of urban poverty by helping families achieve better lives for themselves and their children.

Henry Street’s Youth Services Division serves emphasizes the importance of academic success while promoting social skills, leadership qualities and emotional well-being. All programs focus on educating, encouraging and enriching the lives of the young person and his/her support network.

Internships: http://www.henrystreet.org/get-involved/internship-and-individual/

Volunteer: http://www.henrystreet.org/get-involved/volunteer/

Health & Wellness Programs: www.henrystreet.org/health-wellness

 

American Museum of Natural History

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After School Program: www.amnh.org/after-school-program
Courses for NYC high school students interested in the sciences.

 

HS Summer Science Institute: amnh.org/high-school-summer-science-institute
A week-long course for high school students introducing the research and High School programming at the Museum.

Saltz Internship Program: amnh.org/saltz-internship
Interact with Museum visitors as a high-school intern in the exhibition halls.

YouthCaN Connecting & Networking: amnh.org/youthcan
A youth-led organization that uses technology to inspire, connect and educate people worldwide about environmental issues.

Science Research Mentoring: amnh.org/science-research-mentoring
Offers high school students a one year research opportunity with a Museum scientist. Students interested in a mentorship with a museum scientist MUST take three After School Program Research courses in 10th or 11th grade to qualify. These courses prepare students for the mentorship. 

BridgeUP:STEM: http://www.amnh.org/learn-teach/adults/bridgeup-stem/

AMNH’s newest education program, BridgeUp: STEM is focused on the intersection of computer science and science. This portfolio of programs includes:

  • tuition-free intensive 3-year Brown Scholars program for high school girls
  • introductory middle school camps covering a range of computational topics, like climate change (full-tuition scholarships are available; email institutes@amnh.org for more information)
  • the Helen Fellowship, a one-year post-baccalaureate fellowship for women
  • an annual overnight hackathon in November for professional developers addressing computational challenges in a given scientific discipline

For more information, visit www.amnh.org/grades-9-12