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    Experience working at NASA this summer

    NASA’s Glenn Research Center in Cleveland is launching the NASA Glenn High School Engineering Institute this summer. The free, work-based learning experience is designed to help high school students prepare for a future in the aerospace workforce.

    Rising high school juniors and seniors in Northeast Ohio can submit applications for this new, in-person summer program from Friday, April 11, through Friday, May 9.

    The NASA Glenn High School Engineering Institute will immerse students in NASA’s work while providing essential career readiness tools to help them in future science, technology, engineering, and mathematics-focused academic and professional pursuits.

    Throughout the five-day institute, students will use authentic NASA mission content and work alongside Glenn’s technical experts to gain a deeper understanding of the engineering design process, develop practical engineering solutions to real-world challenges, and test prototypes to answer questions in key mission areas:

    • Acoustic dampening – How can we reduce noise pollution from jet engines?
    • Power management and distribution – How can we develop a smart power system for future space stations?
    • Simulated lunar operations – Can we invent tires that don’t use air?

    Program Dates

    Selected students will participate in one of the following week-long sessions.

    Session 1: July 7 – 11, 2025

    Session 2: July 14 – 18, 2025

    Session 3: July 21 – 25, 2025

    Eligibility and Application Requirements

    To be eligible for this program, students must:

    • Be entering 11th or 12th grade for the 2025-2026 academic year
    • Have a minimum 3.2 GPA, verified by their school counselor
    • Submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher
    • Additional application requirements are outlined in the Supplemental Application.

    How to Apply:  To be considered for this opportunity, complete and submit the NASA Gateway application and the Supplemental Application by Friday May 9.

    Questions pertaining to the NASA Glenn High School Engineering Institute should be directed to Gerald Voltz at GRC-Ed-Opportunities@mail.nasa.gov.

    Visit the NASA Glenn website for more information.

    Volunteer Opportunity for High School Students: Camp Invention at CSU

    We’re excited to share a fantastic volunteer opportunity for our high school students! The National Inventors Hall of Fame’s Camp Invention will be held July 14–18, 2025, at Cleveland State University, running daily from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM.
    Camp Invention is a nationally recognized program that inspires creativity, innovation, and problem-solving in young learners. As a Leadership Intern, students will:
    • Build leadership and teamwork skills
    • Gain hands-on experience mentoring younger students
    • Earn 40 volunteer hours
    Interested students can contact Camp Director Angela Powell at angela.powell@clevelandmetroschools.org to learn more and apply. They can also visit invent.org/leadershipintern or call 800-968-4332.
    We encourage all students looking to grow their leadership abilities and give back to their community to consider this rewarding opportunity!

    University Hospitals Summer Volunteer Opportunity

    Calling all sophomores and juniors age 15+ interested in STEM medical/nursing fields!!

    Need something to do this summer that will help you gain knowledge and skills for your future in the medical profession? Want something that will be great to add on your resume for college applications? Look no further, but apply soon- deadline is April 15th and spots are still available!

     
     

    Cleveland Public Library

    Offers tutoring and homework help, test prep and creative maker spaces.

    See opportunities here.

     

    Explr_IT

    Center for Computing Education and Instruction

    The Center for Computing Education and Instruction at CSU is the result of a decade of work to increase computer science (CS) education in Cleveland. Where there existed little opportunity and support for computer science education before, today there is a robust set of offerings and resources equipping both teachers and students with what they need to excel in a highly digital, rapidly evolving world.

    Middle School STEM Camps

    High School Internships

     

     

    Summer Youth Employment Program

    Summer Youth Employment

    Summer jobs for high school students in Northeast Ohio

    Applications for the 2025 Summer Youth Employment Program are now open through May 1!

    https://www.youcle.org/syep

     

    High School Study Abroad Scholarship Opportunities

    The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA). The ECA provides more than 1,000 scholarships for U.S. high school students to study abroad for a few weeks, summer, or an academic year in more than 25 countries.  These exchange programs prepare young Americans to succeed in the 21st century’s global economy by developing foreign language skills, increasing cross-cultural understanding, strengthening confidence and leadership capacity, and fostering new academic insights and ambitions.   

     

    Applications are now being received for the following scholarship programs.

    Click here for details.