Programs for NYC Teens

SYEP

Paid summer jobs and career experience opportunities for NYC youth ages 14–24.

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SEO Scholars

A free 4-year college prep program that helps students prepare for college and more.

Entry: 9th

75% of Scholars attend Top 100 colleges.

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NYPL Teen Programs

Leadership, learning, internships and volunteer opportunities for NYC teens.

Ages: 13–18

Cost: Free

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NYU STEP

STEM and college preparation program for high school students.

Ages: Grades 7-12

Cost: Paid fee

Category: STEM

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Fordham STEP

A free STEM program that helps students prepare for college and careers in science, tech, engineering and math.

Grades: 7–12

Cost: Free

Category: STEM

100% college acceptance rate.

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Bronx Zoo Volunteer Program

Volunteer at the Bronx Zoo while gaining leadership, public speaking skills and wildlife experience.

Ages: 14–17

Cost: Free

Category: Volunteer

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Columbia Univeristy - Double Discovery Center

A free college prep program that tutor students, hold saturday classes, prepare students for college and more.

Grades: 9-10th

Cost: Free

90%+ college acceptance rate.

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New York Cares

A free volunteer project that allows teens to get community service hours, support their community and have fun.

Ages: 14-17

Cost: Free

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Science Communication Internship Program

A paid intership program for students at the American Museum of Natural History interested in science & communication. .

Ages: 14-17

Cost: Free

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High School Nursing Pathway Program

A 6 week summer intership program for high school students interested in nursing at Mount Sinai. .

Ages: 14+

Cost: Free

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