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Are you a student in grades 7 to 12 who’s interested in exploring the world of engineering? Or, are you a parent who’s looking for fun and educational summer activities for your child? Look no further – engineering summer programs are the perfect fit for you!
First and foremost, engineering summer programs give students a chance to dive deep into the world of STEM. These programs offer hands-on experiences with design, coding, robotics, and more. Not only do these experiences help students build important technical skills, but they also foster creative problem-solving abilities that are crucial in any field. Moreover, participating in engineering summer programs is an excellent way to gain exposure to different areas of the industry and to explore potential career paths. Who knows – a summer program might just be the spark that ignites a lifelong passion for engineering!
The Wagner College Summer Pre-College Program provides students with an unforgettable experience in one of the most exciting cities in the world - New York...(more)
UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies Pre-College programs provide 3rd - 12th-grade students opportunities to become immersed in intellectually and academically enriching experiences that leverage the power of an internationally ranked public university. Offering online and in-person credit-bearing year-round and summer programs for kids, teens, and adults...(more)
World Scholars Academy engineering internships provide students ages 15-18 with the exclusive opportunity to work jointly with a world-leading engineering researcher. On your internship you will advance the boundaries of knowledge in a state-of-the-art engineering topic, including artificial intelligence, drone tech, and military weaponry, while coauthoring an original research paper in collaboration with other student peers and under the guidance of your expert mentor...(more)
BETA Camp is a 4-week virtual entrepreneurship bootcamp where teens 13-18 build revenue-generating startups. The program is taught by world-class instructors, industry professionals, and entrepreneurs from companies like Google, Apple, IKEA, Meta, Doordash, and McKinsey. Several alumni leave the programs with thousands in revenue and have gone on to develop their passions into real world businesses, raising $150k-$1.5M in seed funding...(more)
World Scholars Academy offers elite STEM summer courses for ages 12-18 designed and taught by world-leading STEM scholars. Explore your future career path and accelerate your success with personalized college guidance and high-level instruction in STEM subjects led by the world's most accomplished educators...(more)
The United States Naval Academy Summer STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) program is designed to encourage rising 9th-11th graders to pursue a course of study in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics...(more)
This summer, teens can explore a prestigious campus, make friends as they master new STEM skills, and join a community of 600,000 alumni who are changing the world with tech. Build in-demand skills in coding, game development, robotics, and design at iD Tech Camp hosted at Southern Methodist University...(more)
World Scholars Academy offers elite online summer courses for ages 12-18 designed and taught by world-leading professional scholars. Explore your future career path and accelerate your success with personalized academic guidance and high-level instruction from the world's most accomplished educators...(more)
The Cooper Union School of Engineering's Summer STEM Program provides an opportunity for 9th through 11th grade students explore, design, engineering and research in a college setting. Classes are inspired by current student and faculty research and first and second year class projects, including digital design, robotics, sustainability, and data science. Collaboration and communication are emphasized; students work on teams to complete and present a project. ..(more)
Oxford Summer Courses offers exciting 2-week summer programs across 40+ subjects. Delve into a subject you love guided by an expert tutor alongside students from all over the world in a world class university setting in Oxford or Cambridge. Small class sizes mean that teaching can be tailored to the student interests and are designed to challenge perspectives and develop new ways of thinking. Where will your learning take you?..(more)
If you have a passion for the medical field and would like to explore it before college, here is your chance to do so—with one of the world's leading research universities. The University of Rochester offers online courses in medicine and healthcare designed for high school students ages 13 and up. The program is available year-round, and the online format lets you study anywhere, anytime, at your own pace...(more)
BU Summer Term High School offers five unique programs. You can earn college credit, discover new subject areas, perform cutting-edge research, or immerse yourself in hands-on learning. STEM subjects offered include Biology, Pre-Med, Neuroscience, Abnormal and Experimental Psychology, Chemistry of Medicine, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Nutrition, Anatomy and Physiology, Infectious Diseases, and more. ..(more)
For more than 60 years, Syracuse University Office of Pre-College Programs has been providing high school students with the opportunity to explore potential college majors and careers in its renowned pre-college programs. Students not only learn what it’s like to be a college student, they leave the program feeling confident, enthusiastic and ready for college. After successfully completing a course, you will earn a Certificate of Completion from Syracuse University...(more)
Designed for high school students who are curious about starting a career in architecture, interior design, landscape design, and more, The Boston Architectural College’s (BAC) Early College Program helps you launch your future in studying design with leading professionals and peers from around the globe...(more)
Loyola Marymount University offers a unique 2024 summer program with courses that range from Acting for the Camera to Entrepreneurship. Be sure to check our site for additional program details...(more)
This summer, teens can explore a prestigious campus, make friends as they master new STEM skills, and join a community of 450,000 alumni who are changing the world with tech. Build in-demand skills in coding, game development, robotics, and design at iD Tech Camps...(more)
AT EXPLO Pre-College STEM Programs, you’ll immerse yourself in a fully active learning environment, dive into hands-on, experiential projects that engage you in the authentic work of the profession, receive real-time mentoring and feedback from the experts shaping the future of the industry, and start building the social and professional networks that will serve you for years to come...(more)
EXPLO provides the perfect blend of academic explorations with the fun camaraderie of summer camp. This is where you can pursue your strengths, discover new interests, and make friends who expand your horizons. Get ready for a summer of exploration and a lifetime of friendship. We have courses + activities for every explorer, including introductory career exploration in medical science, business and entrepreneurship, and more...(more)
The University of Rochester offers flexible, online courses in STEM-related subjects like medicine, video game design, biomedical engineering, orthopedic surgery, and more for high school students. You’ll hear from University of Rochester professors, be guided by a mentor well-versed in the course subject, and earn a Certificate of Completion from the University of Rochester. ..(more)
This summer, teens can explore a prestigious campus, make friends as they master new STEM skills, and join a community of 600,000 alumni who are changing the world with tech. Build in-demand skills in coding, game development, robotics, and design at iD Tech Camp hosted at the University of Texas at Dallas...(more)
