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UGA to Offer High School Students Paid Research Internships This Summer Through Young Scholars Program

Ashley Biles

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For high school students interested in agriculture, food and environmental sciences, the University of Georgia offers the opportunity to have hands-on learning with world-renowned research scientists through the Young Scholars Program (YSP). YSP is a six-week long paid summer internship organized by the UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences which hopes to broaden students interests in various fields of study. Students can apply to be part of the program at three UGA campuses: Athens, Griffin and Tifton, with applications being accepted now through January 31, 2023.

While in the program, students are assigned to work with a researcher and their staff on campus. They learn about the research that is ongoing in that department, how to use lab equipment and work in the field, as well as completing their own research project under the guidance of their mentor. On the UGA Griffin Campus, students spend Fridays with fellow young scholars where they attend site visits of many departments, participate in college and career related workshops and play interactive games to give them a chance to know each other.

YSP concludes each year with a pre-collegiate conference at the University of Georgia campus in Athens. Students have the chance to interact with other YSP students from the Athens and Tifton campuses, stay in the dorms, learn about the UGA admissions process and take part in behind the scenes tours of various university departments.

The best advocates for YSP are the students who have participated, and several former Young Scholars were eager to share their experience with the program in hopes of encouraging other students to apply.

Austin Clark, participated in the Young Scholars Program at UGA Griffin in 2019 after graduating from Strong Rock Christian Academy. When asked how the program benefited him, he stated it gave him an opportunity to have hands-on learning and use the knowledge he gained in the classroom.  

“During my time with the Young Scholars Program, I was able to experience and practice skills I learned in the classroom in a professional, lab setting,” said Clark. “By conducting specialized research, I was able to sharpen my critical thinking, analytical, and writing skills – all of which will give me a competitive edge amongst my peers in the classroom as well as when I apply for future career opportunities.” 

For Martha Sikora, a graduate of Spalding High School and former young scholar, YSP proved to be a valuable learning experience.

“I participated in YSP for two summers and I was exposed to field research in the Department of Horticulture and lab research in the Center for Food Safety. I worked beside highly recognized mentors that I still have connections with,” said Sikora. “It was a great opportunity for me to discover science fields that I had never heard of before and to develop a sense of what research is like. I improved my public speaking skills, had fun, and learned how to think like a scientist.”

Tamara English, a graduate of Dutchtown High School, loved being able to work in a real lab during her time in YSP.

“My YSP experience was amazing! It meant the world to me as I got to work with known scientist and acquire real-world lab skills for my future career. YSP has helped me to try new things without much complaint and value every experience, big and small.”

As for college, she added that YSP helped her to work on her time management and leadership skills.

Mary Grace Johnson describes her time in YSP as invaluable in helping her make the move from high school to college.  

“During my two summers at YSP, I was so fortunate to work as a lab intern under two outstanding mentors, Dr. Alfredo Martinez and Dr. Ynes Ortega. I learned so much from my mentors who were very willing to dedicate their time to help me, and that is what YSP is all about,” said Johnson. “I was able to make connections with other professors and faculty of the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences that helped me have the best transition into college.”

Johnson graduated from Flint River Academy and credits YSP with helping the change from a small private school to a large university.

“I met many other students through YSP making my classes at UGA feel smaller, and even had the opportunity to go to Costa Rica with YSP to learn more about sustainable agriculture. My time as an intern for YSP changed my life forever because it helped me gain knowledge in subject areas I never thought I would be interested in and also sparked my interest in research. I can’t thank the Young Scholars Program, and everyone who keeps it going, enough for being such a great part of my life.” 

Students interested in participating in YSP must be 16 years old and have completed their sophomore year of high school by the program start date of May 31, 2023.

The online application for the program closes January 31, 2023, and in-person interviews for finalists will follow. Selected interns will be notified by April 1, and the program will run from May 31 to July 14. 

For more information about Young Scholars, visit www.ysp.caes.uga.edu.

Summer Scholars Research Program

Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University invests in educating the next generation of researchers, physicians, nurses and healthcare professionals by offering a unique immersion experience that exposes high school seniors to real-world cancer research.

The Summer Scholars Research Program at Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University is a six-week internship focused on exposing students to cancer research.

Ten to twelve students will work one-on-one with a Winship physician or lab-based researcher, conduct research in a working lab or clinic setting, attend field trips to places like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention David J. Sencer Museum and the Georgia Institute of Technology, and hear lectures from a variety of specialists in oncology-related careers. Through this exposure and education, we hope to encourage students to pursue cancer research.

All eligible students interested in cancer research are encouraged to apply. Thanks to a generous gift for the program from Mrs. Lou Glenn, a long-time advocate for science education and cancer research, we are able to offer stipends of $2,400 for accepted students who complete the six-week program.

What to Expect

The program will run for six weeks from June 10, 2024, through July 19, 2024, with a mandatory orientation day at the start of the program. You will be working a typical schedule (e.g. 9am – 5pm) alongside your team at Winship to advance incredible cancer research. You will be expected to be on site for the duration of the program. If you have a conflict that will prevent you from fulfilling this expectation, then you are not eligible to apply for the program.

Students will present their final projects at a symposium on the last day of the program and are encouraged to invite their families and teachers to attend.

• Work one-on-one with a Winship investigator who will mentor them through a research project.
• Attend lectures given by Winship oncologists and research faculty to gain a better understanding of the breadth of cancer research
• Create life-long friendships with like-minded peers
• Present your research to Winship doctors, researchers, and graduate students

Students must be 17 years old by June 10, 2024, to be eligible for the program and should be rising or graduating high school seniors.   There are NO EXCEPTIONS to the set age requirement due to regulations set by Emory Healthcare.

Application Process

The Summer 2024 application cycle is now closed. The next application cycle will open in the Fall of 2024.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are common questions we receive from applicants to the program:

• How many recommendation letters can I submit? Two letters from teachers are required, one of which must be from a STEM teacher (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) and a maximum of three recommendation letters can be submitted. Additional letters will NOT be reviewed.
• May I submit an unofficial transcript? Yes, applicants may submit an unofficial transcript.
• How will I know if my references submitted my recommendation letters? To view the status of your recommendation letters, log on to the Summer Scholars Application and click the "Recommendations" tab. Under the "Status" column next to your reference's name, the status of the recommendation letter will be indicated. Please note that you will not be able to submit your application until both mandatory teacher recommendations are complete.
• How do I resubmit if I need to update my application? Do not submit the application until it is fully complete, including the letters of recommendation. Once the application has been submitted, you will not be able to make any updates. You may save your application as you work on completion of the required fields. However, once you click submit, the application cannot be updated. Please make sure ALL fields are in final form before clicking on the submit button.
• When will I hear back about the status of my application? You will be notified of your application status via e-mail in March 2024. If this changes, applicants will be notified via email.
• If I am waitlisted, when will I find out if I have been accepted to the program? Waitlisted applications will be notified of a change in their application status via e-mail. For more specific information regarding the notification date for the current year, please check the website for updates or contact us via  email .
• Are international students (outside of the U.S.A) eligible for the program?  Unfortunately, international students are not eligible at this time due to program logistics.
• I am a current college student (freshman/sophomore etc.) with a strong interest in medicine/cancer research. Am I eligible to apply to the program? No, only rising or graduating high school seniors, who are 17 years old by the program start date, are eligible to apply for the Winship Summer Scholars Program.
• Can I still apply if I have an obligation (school/exams/etc.) that will prevent me from attending certain days or weeks of the program? Students are generally expected to be at Winship full time Monday through Friday from 9:00AM – 5:00PM for the duration of the program. If you have a conflict that will prevent you from fulfilling this expectation, then you are not eligible to apply for the program.

In addition, we've compiled information that addresses general questions regarding the Summer Scholars Research Program at Winship as well as commonly asked questions regarding mentoring and housing .

Program Directors

Cynthia r. giver, phd co-director, winship summer scholars program.

Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University

Dr. Giver has extensive research experience in the area of allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT).

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Nikolaos Papadantonakis, MD, PhD, MSc Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology

Emory University School of Medicine

Dr. Papadantonakis specializes in the treatment of acute leukemias, myelodysplastic syndromes, myeloproliferative neoplasms and other myeloid hematological malignancies.

Young Scholars Internship Program

Program Overview

What is the Young Scholars Program?

The Young Scholars Program (YSP) is a paid five-week summer internship program for high school students interested in agricultural, food, and environmental sciences. Selected students work 30 hours per week actively engaged in research under the guidance of a faculty mentor on the UGA Athens, Griffin or Tifton campus. During the program, students attend workshops and visit agricultural operations to gain exposure to the various fields of study and careers in agriculture.

Upon completion of the program, students present their research during the poster session at the Young Scholars Pre-Collegiate Research Conference held the final three days of the program on the UGA Athens campus.

Scholars are expected to:

• Commit to the full five-week internship program.
• Work and commute daily to either the Athens, Griffin, or Tifton campus.
• Conduct supervised research in agricultural, food, and environmental science.
• Participate in the three-day Young Scholars Pre-Collegiate Research Conference through poster presentation.

May 29 - July 9: Internship Program   

July 10 - July 12: Young Scholars Pre-Collegiate Research Conference

Application information:

• Application opens for submissions: November 1
• Application submission deadline: January 31
• Selection notification: April 1

Eligibility requirements:

• Completion of sophomore year in high school and it's your first time participating in the program.
• 16 years old by the program start date.
• Sincere interest in scientific exploration in agricultural, food and environmental science; math and technology.
• Completion of one high school science course, including laboratory, and one semester of algebra.
• Submit a completed application that includes an essay and two teacher’s recommendation letters.

YSP Athens Contact

YSP Griffin Contact

YSP Tifton Contact

What Should I Study?

To learn more about CAES majors and how to apply to UGA,  visit Undergraduate Programs .

Connect with YSP

"The Young Scholars Program taught me many things in order to help to successfully adapt to college life. I was taught good work ethic and responsibility from having to work daily in an academic laboratory. I learned how to manage my time well because I learned how to balance work time with free time. Most importantly, I was able to learn insider tips from other students who knew how to be successful in college. The most important tip of all: study much more than you did in high school, and then study some more."

-YSP alumni

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Nextgen high school internship program.

The Department of Human Genetics at Emory University recognizes that our differences make us stronger. To deliver the highest quality of care, we need a team with a wide variety of experiential backgrounds. That's why we're actively recruiting learners, faculty members and staff from underrepresented-in-medicine groups, to help us improve health outcomes for all members of the diverse community we serve.

Because there is a clear lack of underrepresented minorities (URM) at all stages of academic learning for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields*, we are proposing to address this gap by initiating a paid summer internship program for high school students of all backgrounds in the metropolitan Atlanta area beginning in the summer of 2022. Students applying should have a demonstrated interest in advancing the reach of STEM education to groups that have been historically underrepresented in medicine.

As not all students will have been exposed to the same STEM background based on the schools they are attending, there will be multiple facets to the internship program to ensure that all students are able to achieve the learning objectives of the internship program. Students will attend lectures for general information, but they will also be paired with mentors to allow them to have hands on experience in both the lab and clinical setting. We will also utilize the diverse programs and businesses that are proximal to Emory University We believe that the rich and diverse culture of the Atlanta area will be an asset in our efforts to expose high school students to the myriad of opportunities that are available to them. We will also continue to have activities and programs throughout the school year for students to participate in.

Read more about the program here.

*National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine 2020. The Impacts of Racism and Bias on Black People Pursuing Careers in Science, Engineering, and Medicine: Proceedings of a Workshop . Washington, DC: The National Academies Press.

In this video essay, Randolph Douge describes his rich and varied summer experience as a 2023 NextGen Intern.

Requirements for Applying

Rising junior or senior in high school

Must be 16 years old by June 3, 2024

Must demonstrate interest in advancing STEM education to groups that have been historically underrepresented in medicine or other STEM fields

2024 Next Gen Program

Important Dates and Information

Application Deadline is   February 16, 2024

Program Dates June 3 – July 10, 2024 Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily

Students will be paid $2,500 for completing the program

For questions or more information contact NextGen

Application

You will need to complete the application  and submit a high school transcript and two letters of recommendation from teachers by February 16, 2024.

Program Sponsors 2023

The Schneider Foundation

The Warren Alpert Foundation

The Avantor Foundation

Contact NextGen to become a sponsor of the Next Gen High School Internship Program.

Donate to support the Next Gen program (via Emory Advancement & Alumni Engagement)

Final Summer I 2024 Application Deadline is June 2, 2024.  

Click here to apply.

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12 Summer Programs for High School Students in Georgia

Finding a great summer opportunity within your state can be difficult. Because we're a group of research nerds, we wanted to compile opportunities for students looking for research opportunities and programs in Georgia!

In this article, we list 10 of the best in-person programs in Georgia that provide an immersive learning experience and enrich you as a scholar. Some programs have a fee associated with them, some are free and others provide a stipend. There is something here for everyone!

1. Oxford College Summer Experience Program

Application deadline: Unspecified

Eligibility: 10th and 11th grade students from Newton County School System and Putnam County Charter School System

Program dates: June 26, 2023 – June 30, 2023

Location: Oxford College of Emory University

This summer program at Emory University aims to prepare you for college life and aid you in choosing a career pathway. As an enriching residential program, it includes academic seminars and interactive sessions in several subjects, workshops on the basics of college life, field trips, and social gatherings. The 2022 cohort studied English, and political science, and worked in chemistry labs.

2. 21CL’s EarthCare: The Leadership Challenge for the 21st Century

Application deadline: March 15, 2023

Eligibility: Rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors in Georgia. A recommendation by a teacher or mentor is required

Program dates: June 11, 2023 – June 16, 2023

Location: Georgia College & State University, Milledgeville, GA

Hosted by the non-profit 21st Century Leaders, this leadership program is ideal for those who are interested in STEM and environmental fields of study. As one of the 100 selected students, you would attend workshops, team-building exercises, and round table conferences with real-world business leaders. Professional development is a key result of this competitive program. You can also opt for 21CL’s business or healthcare program, but keep in mind that those have a registration fee.

3. University of Georgia’s B.L.A.C.K. Engineering

Application deadline: March 31, 2023

Eligibility: Open to students of 15-17 years of age from underserved backgrounds

Program dates: June 5, 2023 – June 9, 2023

Location: University of Georgia

Fee: Free, covered by the B.L.A.C.K Engineering Scholarship

Short for Building Leaders through Analysis, Conceptualization, and Knowledge, this residential summer camp offers a deep dive into engineering. Through the one-week camp, you will design engineering solutions, analyze data, and work on hands-on projects. Only 20 campers are selected per cohort, making this free program relatively competitive. Women can also consider the Women ExCEL in Engineering summer camp, which is also covered by a scholarship. Other summer camps, available in several different subjects, can be found here .

4. Veritas AI   - AI Fellowship

Veritas AI focuses on providing high school students who are passionate about the field of AI a suitable environment to explore their interests. The programs include collaborative learning, project development, and 1-on-1 mentorship.  These programs are designed and run by Harvard graduate students and alumni and you can expect a great, fulfilling educational experience. Students are expected to have a basic understanding of Python or are recommended to complete the AI scholars program before pursuing the fellowship. 

The   AI Fellowship  program will have students pursue their own independent AI research project. Students work on their own individual research projects over a period of 12-15 weeks and can opt to combine AI with any other field of interest. In the past, students have worked on research papers in the field of AI & medicine, AI & finance, AI & environmental science, AI & education, and more! You can find examples of previous projects here . 

Location : Virtual

$1,790 for the 10-week AI Scholars program

$4,900 for the 12-15 week AI Fellowship 

$4,700 for both

Need-based financial aid is available. You can apply here . 

Application deadline : On a rolling basis. Applications for fall cohort have closed September 3, 2023. 

Program dates : Various according to the cohort

Program selectivity : Moderately selective

Eligibility : Ambitious high school students located anywhere in the world. AI Fellowship applicants should either have completed the AI Scholars program or exhibit past experience with AI concepts or Python.

Application Requirements: Online application form, answers to a few questions pertaining to the students background & coding experience, math courses, and areas of interest. 

5. CDC Museum’s Disease Detective Camp

Eligibility: Current sophomores or juniors who will be 16 years old on the first day of the camp

Program dates: June 26, 2023 – June 30, 2023, for Session 1 and July 24, 2023 – July 28, 2023, for Session 2

Location: David J. Sencer CDC Museum, Atlanta

Organized by the David J. Sencer CDC Museum and focusing on public health, the DDC is a highly competitive program accepting 30 students from hundreds of applications. It is a fast-paced and immersive camp during which you will look at several subjects like epidemiology, global health, data analysis, disease surveillance, public health law, and more . Previous editions have included mock press conferences, lab sessions, and lectures.

6. University of Georgia’s Discovering Engineering at UGA Internship Program

Application deadline: March 27, 2023

Eligibility: High school students who have completed the sophomore year and are of at least 16 years of age

Program dates: June 5, 2023 – June 23, 2023

Stipend: $12/hour

Ideal for those looking to gain exposure in STEM and engineering, this is a 3-week summer internship. You will engage in hands-on research, be mentored by professionals, attend workshops, visit labs, and more. The project will culminate in a three-page report on the internship and a team project and presentation. This is a residential program but students are allowed to return home on the weekends.

The applications for the 2023 batch are closed but the dates should be similar for 2024.

7. Governor’s Honors Program

Application deadline: November 15, 2022, for the nomination deadlines and January 11, 2023, for the student application deadlines

Eligibility: High school sophomores and juniors

Program dates: June 18, 2023 – July 15, 2023

Location: Georgia Southern University

Fee: Students only need to cover travel expenses and the cost of basic supplies

GHP is a residential program that provides academic and cultural enrichment that differs from regular classroom studies . To apply, you will need to be nominated by your school for one of the program’s many areas of study (ranging from music and dance to mathematics, agricultural research, and more ) . It does involve a lengthy admission process but once accepted, you will attend classes in the mornings and afternoons and spend evenings in interactive sessions.

The applications for the 2023 batch are closed but the 2024 program will follow a similar timeline.

8. Winship Cancer Institute’s Summer Scholars Research Program

Application deadline: Applications for 2023 are closed but will open in October 2023 for the following year.

Eligibility: Rising or graduating seniors who are at least 17 years old by the first day of the program

Program dates: June 5, 2023 – July 14, 2023

Location: Winship Cancer Institute at Emory University

Stipend: $2,400

More of a niche than the other programs on this list, you will spend the six weeks of this internship focused on cancer research . It is an immersive clinical experience where you will work one on one with a researcher or clinician, conduct lab research, attend lectures from specialists in the field, and present a final project during a symposium on the last day. Each cohort includes 10-12 students so consider the program’s selectivity while applying.

9. SCAD Rising Star

Application deadline: Rolling

Eligibility: Open to current high school juniors

Program dates: June 18, 2023 – July 21, 2023

Location: SCAD, Savannah, and Atlanta campuses

Fee: $6,165

Perfect for students considering creative careers, SCAD offers this pre-college program so you can get a taste of university life and the experience of studying a creative subject all while earning college credit. Animation, film production, architecture, equine care, fashion technology, painting — there is a wide array of courses from which you can select two courses that suit your interests . Not only will this program enhance your portfolio but completing it with a high GPA could increase your chances of enrolment in SCAD as an undergraduate!

10. GTAE’s Science, Technology, and Engineering Pipeline (STEP) Summer Internship Program

Application deadline: 19 March 2023

Eligibility: Open to students who are at least 16 years old

Program dates: July 10, 2023 – July 21, 2023, for the Georgia Tech version, and June 19, 2023 – June 30, 2023, for the 4C Academy version

Location: Georgia Tech campus in Atlanta or the 4C Academy in Albany

STEP is organized by The Georgia Tech Daniel Guggenheim School of Aerospace Engineering and sponsored by a number of companies, associations, and government bodies including Lockheed Martin, the Georgia Center of Innovation, and the Georgia Space Grant Consortium. It is an engineering-focused program where students work in teams on active Georgia Tech research. You will work on a real-world problem, design a solution with a Georgia Tech faculty mentor, and present it during a poster session . With

11. MSM S.T.E.A.M. Academy: Authentic Research Academy

Eligibility: Rising 10th to rising 12th graders with a minimum 3.0 GPA

Program dates: June 6, 2023 – July 14, 2023

Location: Morehouse School of Medicine

Fee: $1,000

If the idea of conducting your own scientific investigation sounds intriguing, then this research program by the Morehouse School of Medicine is the ideal choice for you. You will be matched with an MSM research mentor on a project in the field of biomedical research and will work on the same throughout the 6 weeks of the program. Alternatively, if you’re eager to learn over doing research, you can opt for the other option in the S.T.E.A.M. Academy which is a 3-week session that looks at healthcare app development, anatomy, career explorations, and more.

Seeing as you’ve scrolled down this far, here is a bonus program for your consideration:

12. Morehouse College’s SMASH Academy

Application deadline: Applications for 2023 are closed, the deadline for 2024 is TBA

Eligibility: Current 9th graders who have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and attend high school via a scholarship

Program dates: Through 10th, 11th and 12th grades

Location: Morehouse College

While this is not just a summer program, SMASH Academy offers too much value to not include on this list. Organized by the non-profit Kapor Center, SMASH is a free three-year program where you will spend each summer as a college resident, immersed in STEM studies, and attend monthly programs during the school year. The program will cover several STEM subjects, SAT and college prep, and even offer networking opportunities with professionals. As Morehouse College is a historically black men’s college, this program is also limited to black men.

One other option – Lumiere Research Scholar Program

If you are passionate about research then you could also consider applying to the Lumiere Research Scholar Program , a selective online high school program for students that I founded with researchers at Harvard and Oxford. Last year, we had over 2100 students apply for 500 spots in the program! You can find the application form here.

Stephen is one of the founders of Lumiere and a Harvard College graduate. He founded Lumiere as a Ph.D. student at Harvard Business School. Lumiere is a selective research program where students work 1-1 with a research mentor to develop an independent research paper.

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Georgia Ready Summer Institute

July 9-14, 2024

The Georgia Ready Summer Institute is a one-week, cohort-based residential program for high-achieving underrepresented, and underserved high school students in Georgia who are going into their senior year,  with an underlying emphasis on research and innovation.

During their experience, participants will begin exploring topics such as their desired research interests, discovering how researchers identify problems, collect & analyze data, and engage in entrepreneurial and commercialization endeavors. Additional activities will provide the pre-collegiate scholars with a greater understanding of themselves, fostering an in-depth appreciation of their interests and how they match individuals working in a variety of professions.

Most importantly, participants will gain a glimpse of what life as a UGA scholar is like, living in a campus residence hall, eating at our award-winning dining facilities, as well as touring the Athens campus and various facilities.  

Upon completion, the Georgia Ready Summer Institute experience will:

ENHANCE   participants’ conceptions of undergraduate research prior to their college enrollment, assisting in cultivating potential research interests.

EXPAND   participants' grasp of innovation, its inherent correlation to research, and highlight embedded ethical considerations.

FOSTER   participants’ career & professional development through the establishment of peer and near-to-peer networks, bolstering their conceptions of self, critical thinking, problem-solving, and cognitive diversity skills.

STRENGTHEN   participants’ commitment to the G, intentionally engaging them with our world-class faculty, research facilities, prominent alumni, and vital resources (e.g.,  the Jere W. Morehead Honors College) throughout the institution.

Applications will be accepted through Wednesday, May 1st, 2024!

Click Here to apply!

If you have any questions, contact us at:   [email protected] .

Georgia High Schoolers Gain Real-World STEM Experience at GTRI's Summer Internship Program

Aug 02, 2022 — atlanta, ga.

The ultimate goal of GTRI's summer internship is to provide high schoolers with real-world STEM experience and to create awareness of future STEM career opportunities (Credit: Christopher Moore, GTRI).

A poultry processing robot and a facial recognition device that takes classroom attendance were just two of the many projects that high school students from across Georgia worked on during GTRI's annual summer internship program.

The five-week program, which was held June 13 to July 22, hosted 65 high school students from 13 Georgia school districts who were selected from an application pool of 487. The students worked under the direction of 34 professionals at the Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI), who represented seven of the eight GTRI labs. At the conclusion of the program, all students presented the results of their work in a daylong event for GTRI leadership, mentors, and special guests.

The ultimate goal of the program is to provide students with real-world experience in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) and to create awareness of future STEM career opportunities. 

"It's an incredibly rewarding experience to work with such talented students and see what they are able to accomplish in five weeks," said Therese Boston, a GTRI senior research associate and co-director of the program. "I can't wait to see how the interns build upon the skills they have learned during their internships in school and in their future careers." 

The participating students represented the following Georgia school districts: Atlanta Public Schools, Cobb, DeKalb, Dougherty, Douglas, Fayette, Forsyth, Fulton, Gwinnett, Harris, Henry, Houston, and Marietta City Schools.

Though many participants previously had some experience with STEM-related topics prior to the internship experience, such as coding and robotics, they said the program further strengthened their skill sets in those areas by requiring them to apply that knowledge to tackle real-world challenges designed by GTRI employees who served as mentors.   

For one project, students designed and evaluated modifications for a suction-based robotic end effector, a claw-like device attached to the end of a robot's arm that interacts with the environment and is capable of picking and placing raw chicken products in a poultry processing facility.

The project required students to design experiments and utilize computer-aided design (CAD) software, including SolidWorks, to create components on a 3D printer. 

One participant, Kari Britton, who is a student in the Fulton County school system, said gaining exposure to SolidWorks while also observing the real-world applicability of her research was invaluable.

Another group developed an augmented reality (AR) facial detection program used to accurately detect and register users into a database. The program would be intended primarily for the education field, helping professors keep track of their hectic classrooms - such as recording when students check in and out of class. The students also incorporated a hand-detection feature into the program to detect when a student raises their hand and quickly notify the professor.

One student in the group, Bhoomi Kotharkar, a student in the Forsyth County school system, said this project not only helped her become more comfortable working with emerging technologies, but it also showed her what a STEM career could look like.  

"One of the most beneficial aspects of the internship was getting hands-on experience with AR, cybersecurity, and cloud computing," Kotharkar said. "It also showed us what our future could look like if we choose to pursue a STEM career."

Robert Clark, a GTRI senior research scientist who served as a program mentor, said in addition to teaching students STEM-focused concepts, the internship also reinforces the importance of teamwork, thinking critically, and asking the right questions. 

"The program offers a number of features that reflect a real workplace," Clark said. "I think the best thing about STEM@GTRI is that it gives students a chance to learn what it’s like to go into a problem in depth, experiencing both the challenge and the satisfaction of really wrapping your mind around technical content."

STEM@GTRI is GTRI's K-12 outreach program. Funded by the State of Georgia, the mission of STEM@GTRI is to inspire and engage Georgia educators and students by providing access to experts in STEM fields.

Writer: Anna Akins Photos: Christopher Moore GTRI Communications Georgia Tech Research Institute Atlanta, Georgia USA

The  Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI)  is the nonprofit, applied research division of the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech). Founded in 1934 as the Engineering Experiment Station, GTRI has grown to more than 2,800 employees, supporting eight laboratories in over 20 locations around the country and performing more than $700 million of problem-solving research annually for government and industry. GTRI's renowned researchers combine science, engineering, economics, policy, and technical expertise to solve complex problems for the U.S. federal government, state, and industry.

GTRI Research Engineer William Stuckey (right), who served as a program mentor for GTRI's high school summer internship, works with an intern on a project (Credit: Christopher Moore, GTRI). 

GTRI Research Engineer William Stuckey (right), who served as a program mentor for GTRI's high school summer internship, works with an intern on a project (Credit: Christopher Moore, GTRI). 

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The R.E.A.L. (Research, Experiment, Analyze, Learn) program is composed of high school student researchers and has served as an initiative of the GIFT Summer Program since 2004. These students are from underrepresented populations in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education. During a 5-week period, students experience and conduct research with their respective GIFT teachers in various university laboratories. Over 400 high school students have participated in R.E.A.L., with 75% of them pursuing STEM careers in postsecondary education.  This program is made possible by the generous support of The UPS Foundation and GIFT .

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• High school students are eligible only when paired with a teacher from their respective high school who has been accepted into the GIFT program.
• Students must be available for the entire duration of the R.E.A.L. experience, and available to work the same hours as their GIFT teacher.
• Students, their parents, and GIFT teachers must attend an orientation session, which prepares them for their summer research experience.
• Students must attend the End of Summer Celebration Luncheon and Round Table Discussion, where they will share their research with peers.
• Upon completion of the experience, students are encouraged to enter science fair competitions at the local, state and national levels.

SAMPLE R.E.A.L. EXPERIENCES

Urban Honey Bee Project Students generate a survey of plant-pollinator interactions on Georgia Tech’s Campus. They take photos of bees and analyze the species of bees, species of flower, flower color, location and time of day.

Candler Field Museum Students intern at the Candler Field Museum, a replica of the old 1920's Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, where they learn skills involving aircraft maintenance along with how to restore antique and vintage airplanes.

Strategic Energy Institute Students design and test a small model related to solar thermal heat and fuel cells.

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Summer Cancer Research Experiences at GCC for High School Students

Application deadline: january 15, 2024.

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2024 GCC SRE Important Dates:

Program Dates : June 2024 – July 2024 (6 weeks, Monday to Friday). Note : GCC SRE Participants must be available to attend the entire summer session.

Program Description

We invite high school students interested in biomedical sciences to participate in leading-edge cancer research and career exploration at the Georgia Cancer Canter (GCC) at Augusta University. Participants will spend 6 weeks alongside top cancer researchers and help advance novel research projects in cell and molecular biology, cancer immunology, metabolism, clinical investigation, developmental therapeutics, genomics, population science, health disparities, or other focus areas. Students will learn key principles of cancer biology and laboratory investigation, gain hands-on laboratory experience, explore possible career paths, and benefit from individual mentoring and ongoing interactions with multidisciplinary researchers, students, and colleagues in the GCC community.

Eligibility and Qualifications

Students applying for the GCC SRE Program must:

• Be at least 16 years old by the start of the program for bench research projects (in a laboratory setting). High school students under the age of 16 can apply to participate in bioinformatics or community-based research projects.
• Demonstrate interest in the biological sciences and especially in cancer research.

Priority will be given to students from Richmond, Columbia and Aiken Counties.

Applicants are not required to have prior research experience.

Students from groups underrepresented in the U.S. biomedical research and health care workforce, including African Americans, Hispanics or Latinos, American Indian, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, Pacific Islanders, individuals with disabilities, and individuals from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds are particularly encouraged to apply.

Application Instructions

A complete online application , including your most recent transcript, a personal statement (up to 250 words) describing what cancer research means to you and why you are interested in this SRE opportunity, and two letters of recommendation (at least one letter should be from a teacher/guidance counselor) must be submitted by 11:59 pm on  January 15, 2024 .

Note : for the letters of recommendation, after you submit your online application form: (1) log into your applicant status portal and (2) submit the names and current email addresses for 2 individuals that you have asked as your recommenders. Once you submit your recommender contact information, each recommender will receive an email notification directing them to the online site where they can complete their recommendation.

Mentor Matching

Students interested in a specific GCC research program such as Cancer Immunology, Inflammation and Tolerance , Molecular Oncology & Biomarkers or Cancer Prevention, Control & Population Health should include this information in their personal statement. Although we make every attempt to match students with mentors in accordance with the students' declared interests, matches are based on faculty availability.

Admission to the program is selective and based upon interest in the program, personal qualifications, letters of recommendation, and space available.

The GCC SRE was an amazing program that I am so thankful I got to be a part of. I got to meet a wonderful group of people who helped me through the whole process of getting into the labs and anything after that. We got to go see a lot of cool things as a group like the simulation center for medical students and my personal favorite the biorepository. I got to work in a lab with some amazing scientists and experience what it truly means to be a researcher. – 2023 GCC SRE Participant

I was quite nervous going into the program but everyone I met was extremely nice! I learned so much through this program and couldn’t have asked for anything better. I have gotten so many opportunities to meet people and build relationships, that I wouldn’t have been able to do until later in my college career. I am so glad I was able to experience such a great program! I thoroughly enjoyed my time in the AU Summer Research Experience! – 2023 GCC SRE Participant

I loved my time with GCC and in the lab! I was able to experience a true lab setting, and I felt like I was contributing to something really important that could impact so many lives! – 2023 GCC SRE Participant

My experience with the SRE was an excellent learning opportunity and allowed me to gain experience in an academic research setting. I had wonderful mentors, who provided support that gave me the confidence to pursue a medical career. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to learn and contribute to the field. – 2023 GCC SRE Participant

The SRE Program, in my opinion, is an extremely valuable opportunity. This program truly lets high school students get into the depths of what real professional research is like, teaching us so many key skills. In addition to that, it also served to be fun and enjoyable, making me look forward to each and every day. – 2023 GCC SRE Participant

The GCC SRE Program allowed me to gain a hands-on experience in professional research labs while learning and practice lab techniques. Not only did this experience provide me with a wonderful opportunity, it also gave me the ability to gain first-person insight of what it is like to work in research professionally. – 2023 GCC SRE Participant

2023 GCC SRE participant activities

(Left) 2023 SRE Participants, faculty, mentors, and program staff. (Middle) 2023 SRE participants visiting Augusta University’s Transgenic Zebrafish Core Laboratory. (Right) 2023 SRE participants in action in the research laboratory!

(Left) 2023 GCC SRE participant receiving his certificate of completion during the Celebration Ceremony. (Middle) 2023 GCC SRE Celebration Ceremony. (Right) 2023 GCC SRE participant giving his oral presentation on his research project during the Celebration Ceremony.

(Left) 2023 SRE participants visiting the GCC Biorepository. (Right) 2023 SRE participants visiting Augusta University’s Interdisciplinary Simulation Center.

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By Quinn Eastman  July 17, 2023

During the Next Gen summer internship program, high school students spend five weeks shadowing Emory researchers and genetic counselors, learning about biology and genetics in the classroom, taking field trips and getting career advice.

The Next Gen biomedical research internship program celebrated its largest class this year. The program started in 2022 and works to diversify STEM fields by providing hands-on internships for area teens.

In this summer’s program, 21 high school students spent five weeks shadowing Emory researchers and genetic counselors, learning about biology and genetics in the classroom, taking field trips and getting career advice.    

“This year, we cast a wider net as far as recruiting labs to host interns,” says Emily Allen, assistant professor of human genetics and director of the Next Gen program. “This meant the students had a wider set of experiences and there were more opportunities for them to learn from each other.”

Next Gen was organized by the Department of Human Genetics, and several interns worked in Human Genetics labs. However, this year organizers were also able to place interns in laboratories from the Departments of Microbiology and Immunology, Pathology, Cell Biology, Pharmacology and Chemical Biology, and Biology, as well as the Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering.

“If I had to boil it down to three words, it would have to be education, engagement and experience,” said Randolph Douge in a video he presented to the group at a July 6 capstone symposium. “But that would still be an understatement to what it was.”

This year's Next Gen cohort consisted of 17 students. Most commuted from their homes in the Atlanta area, while two who lived farther away — in Suwanee and Warner Robins — stayed in residence halls on Emory’s Clairmont campus.

During their time at Emory (and in one case, at Georgia Tech), students were able to gain experience with cutting-edge research techniques in the laboratory.  

“We got to slice brain organoids,” says Tristan Salamanca, who worked in the laboratory of Jimena Andersen, which studies spinal cord and motor neuron development. Brain organoids are derived from pluripotent stem cells and simulate brain development in a way that can be experimentally manipulated.

Another intern, Oyin Adebomojo, probed brain tissue samples from patients with ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis). Working with Zach McEachin in the Department of Human Genetics, she was looking for signs of activation of cryptic exons , which have been proposed as key parts of ALS’s characteristic neurodegenerative pathology.

Adebomojo said she peppered McEachin with “so many questions.” When presenting during the capstone symposium, she reassured the audience that the tissue samples were obtained postmortem: “Don’t worry, they’re not alive.”

Intern Nahreen Shamon Ayala reported that one of her most moving and distinctive experiences this summer was visiting Atlanta’s High Museum of Art with clients of the Center for the Visually Impaired. Shamon Ayala was placed in the Georgia Tech laboratory of Ming-Fai Fong, which is developing plasticity-based interventions for visual impairment, and discovered a talent for fixing Perkins Braille typewriters.

At the concluding symposium, students said they gained valuable perspectives on both future career paths and laboratory research specifically. Interns heard from several speakers who shared details about their own career paths, ranging from roles in the laboratory or hospital to a patent lawyer or medical science liaison.

“Success is not a linear path — it’s okay to encounter detours,” says Epherata Zeleke, reflecting on advice from several speakers.

“Everything is part of the process — even the unsuccessful areas,” said Tiana Reid, who encountered some glitches while growing cells in culture in a Department of Biology laboratory .

In 2023, the Next Gen program was supported by the Avantor Foundation, the Warren-Alpert Foundation, the Schneider Foundation and department funding. The program includes an internship stipend of $2,600 as well as weekday lunches and transportation.

The department plans to offer the program again next year. More information about the application process is available on the Emory School of Medicine website ; more than 200 applications were received this year.

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How Do Summer Programs Impact Your College Chances?

If you’re looking for a way to stay productive during the summer, then summer programs might be the answer. By helping you develop your interests and learn more about different career paths, summer programs can allow you to make the most of your summer.

We’ve rounded up 23 summer programs in Georgia to help you figure out how to engage your unique interests and goals this summer.

23 Summer Programs in Georgia for High Schoolers

1. scad rising star.

Dates : June 16 – July 19

Location : Savannah College of Art and Design

Application Deadline : Rolling

Cost : $6,334

Rising seniors have the opportunity to earn college credit during this challenging five-week course at either the Savannah or Atlanta campus of Savannah College of Art and Design . They will enroll in two courses, which could be focused on anything from sewing technology to architecture to animation. Note that the offerings vary between campuses, so check out both lists before deciding where you’d like to study.

Participants in the SCAD Rising Star program live in a SCAD residence hall and enjoy meals at a SCAD dining hall, to get an early taste of what their future college life might be like.

2. SCAD Summer Seminars

• Session 1: June 23 – 28
• Session 2: July 7 – 12
• Session 3: July 14 – 19
• Session 4: July 21 – 26

Cost : $1,820 for residential program or $1,508 for commuter program

Students in this program have the opportunity to attend a variety of creative workshops at the Savannah or Atlanta campus of SCAD to develop their unique vision and talents. Students can choose workshops in any of SCAD’s disciplines, including advertising, illustration, sequential art, and even equestrian riding. There are fewer than 20 students per class, which creates an empowering learning environment in which students are encouraged to explore their personal passions.

Participants enjoy an all-access pass to the university’s extensive resources and libraries, which will give them a comprehensive understanding of what life at SCAD is like. Additionally, they get to take part in workshops, demonstrations, lectures, studio work, and local field trips.

3. Oxford College Summer Experience

Dates : June 1 – 7

Location : Oxford College of Emory University

Application Deadline : N/A

Cost : Free

The goal of this program is to give students a sense of what college life is really like, so that they will be prepared academically, socially, personally, and professionally when they eventually arrive on campus. Oxford family members will teach courses in political science, chemistry, and English, and there will also be workshops on the college process and college readiness. During down time, campers will participate in a range of games and field trips, before going to sleep in an Oxford residence hall.

Note that this program is only available to rising 10th and 11th grade students from the Newton County School System or the Putnam County Charter School System–30 students from each system will be accepted.

4. CDC Museum Disease Detective Camp

• Session 1: June 24 – 28
• Session 2: July 22 – 26

Location : Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Application Deadline : March 22 (notification May 3)

This program is perfect for any student interested in public health, as it immerses students in topics such as epidemiology, environmental health, emergency preparedness, public health law, and global health. Campers can expect a variety of experiences, including roleplays of made-up outbreaks, mock press conferences, lab work, an introduction to chronic disease surveillance, and lectures from world-renowned CDC scientists.

This program is open to rising juniors and seniors. Also note that your application must be mailed in.

5. Athena Music and Leadership Camp

Dates : June 23 – 27

Location : Reinhardt University

Application Deadline : April 1 to receive a $100 early bird discount

Cost : $850

This weeklong camp at Reinhardt University allows female high schoolers to develop self-confidence and leadership ability through music and performance. Students will learn directly from accomplished musicians and performers as they gain insight into music performance and music education as a profession, and also get a firsthand glimpse into college life while spending four nights in a university dorm.

The camp is designed for students who play a brass, woodwind, or percussion instrument.

6. Kennesaw State University Summer Music Intensives

Dates : Varies based on instrument (percussion, strings, or trumpet)

Location : Kennesaw State University

Application Deadline : May 1

Cost : $325 for commuter program, $695 for overnight program

Students will get the chance to explore a variety of musical styles during this week-long program at Kennesaw State. They’ll receive personalized attention from instructors during one-on-one reviews and small group practices. They’ll also have the opportunity to watch current college students and faculty rehearse and perform.

Students can participate in either a residential or commuter version of the program, which will be focused on percussion, strings, or trumpet.

7. The Summer Math and Science Honors Academy

Dates : July 6 – 26

Location : Morehouse College

Once you’re accepted into this competitive five-week program, you’ll be able to return every summer for the next three years, plus attend monthly STEM workshops during the school year. Not only do students gain valuable STEM skills from this program, but they also connect with peer mentors and an academic support network to help them succeed in high school and during their transition to college.

SMASH is catered to participants from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds, including first-generation college students and students from low-income families. During the program, scholars build relationships with facilitators and STEM professionals who reflect their own backgrounds.

8. Multimedia Journalism  

Dates : June 17 – 21

Location : University of Georgia

Cost : $500 for commuter, $1175 for residential camp

Aspiring journalists can learn all about digital journalism through this program. Under the guidance of an experienced journalist, participants will hone their interviewing, multimedia reporting, writing, editing, and producing abilities. The course encompasses social media storytelling and visual journalism as well, and culminates in the creation of a news website. 

Financial assistance is offered based on need. A financial assistance application, a 500-word statement of need, a 250-word statement of interest, a sample of the applicant’s work, and a letter of recommendation are required of all applicants requesting financial aid. Financial aid applications must be sent by March 15.

9. Introductory Digital Film Camp

Dates : June 3 – 7

Cost : $500 for commuter camp, $1175 for residential camp

This program prepares students to become essential members of a film crew by providing them with practical filmmaking experience. Under the direction of seasoned filmmakers, participants will write, direct, and produce their own original films. 

The curriculum covers the foundations of screenwriting, to teach campers how to craft their own gripping narratives. In addition, participants will pick up skills related to directing, acting, camera angles, and storyboarding. 

A downloadable version of each participant’s short film, which they can share with friends and family to demonstrate their storytelling abilities and creative journey, is the culmination of this immersive filmmaking experience.

10. University of Georgia Jewelry Making Summer Academy Camp

Cost : $500 for the commuter option, $1,175 for the residential program

This program, offered by the University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education, provides students with an introduction to designing and making their own jewelry. Students learn the basic technical skills for creating beautiful artwork in metal.

The program’s instructor is Leah Mazza, who holds an MFA from UGA, and whose work focuses on drawing, mixed media, found object art, and metal sculpture.

11. University of Georgia SAT Summer Institute

Dates : Varies

Location : University of Georgia or online

Cost : $449 for one week

During each SAT prep class at the University of Georgia , students will practice reliable test-taking strategies on official practice tests from the College Board, the creator of the SAT. The program is designed to be accessible to students with other commitments, as it is offered during a range of different time periods, and on different days throughout the week and weekend, during the late spring and early summer.

12. 21st Century Leaders EarthCare: The Leadership Challenge for the 21st Century

Dates : June 9 – 14

Location : Georgia College & State University

Application Deadline : March 15

The Leadership Challenge for the 21st Century is a weeklong summer institute that focuses on STEM and leadership. Students who apply should have an interest in engineering and technology. The program is focused on the importance of energy efficiency and environmental sustainability.

The program takes a hands-on approach to learning, and students will be guided by experts and professionals. It is highly selective—only 100 students are chosen to participate each year.

13. 21st Century Leaders Healthcare/IT Institute

Dates : June 23 – 28

Application Deadline : March 1

Cost : $395

HII is a residential program hosted on the Kennesaw State University campus. During the day, students participate in hands-on workshops with corporate partners, peers, and alumni, then they spend their evenings in residential housing with their new friends.

Some benefits of this program are: building connections with industry professionals, improving your problem-solving skills, and learning about the future of healthcare. By learning about the clinical, technological, and business aspects of healthcare, you’ll be more prepared for a career in the field. Financial aid is available for this program.

14. 21st Century Leaders Summer Youth Leadership Institute

Dates : June 2 – 7

Location : Emory University

This 21st Century Leader program focuses on business and entrepreneurship. For one week in June, students travel to Emory University , where they connect with other high schoolers interested in business to explore potential career paths and develop their leadership skills.

This program is highly selective—only 75 students are chosen each year.

15. 21st Century Leaders Film & Entertainment Institute

Dates : July 14 – 19 

Location : Georgia Institute of Technology

Cost : Free 

During this program, 50 students will take part in a range of workshops led by professionals from all areas of the film and media industry. Participants will build their leadership skills, learn about the range of career paths available in entertainment, and start developing their own professional network.

16 . B.L.A.C.K. Engineering

This intensive week-long residential camp exposes students from underserved and underrepresented populations to the engineering design process through hands-on projects. Students practice communication skills, innovative problem-solving, and data analysis.

The program instructor is Dr. Racheida S. Lewis, an Assistant Professor at the University of Georgia in the Engineering Education Transformations Institute (EETI) and the Department of Electrical and Computer Systems Engineering.

17. Entertainment and Media Studies Summer Academy 

Cost : $500 for the commuter option, or $1,175 for the residential program

Through this program, students conduct a thorough examination of the entertainment industry, which includes the film, television, radio, internet, mobile, and other new media sectors. Participants will learn how to identify compelling stories, and grasp their social impact. In addition to teaching the fundamentals of content creation, such as screenwriting and digital editing, the program gives participants the ability to work on a project that can be added to their portfolios.

For those in need, financial assistance is offered. To be considered for financial aid, applicants must submit an application for financial aid, a letter of recommendation, a sample of their work, a 500-word statement of need outlining their financial situation, and a 250-word statement of interest in the program.

18. Winship Cancer Institute Summer Scholars Research Program

Dates : June 10 – July 19

Location : Emory University Winship Cancer Institute

Application Deadline : February 5

Cost : Free (participants receive a stipend of $2,400)

This selective internship is offered by the Emory Winship Cancer Institute and is intended for students who plan to pursue a career in cancer research. The highly selective, prestigious program only accepts 10-12 students each summer. These students conduct research, attend field trips, and hear lectures from oncology specialists.

The program culminates in a final project, which is presented at a symposium on the last day of the program.

19. GTAE Science, Technology, and Engineering Pipeline (STEP)

• Session 1: June 3 – 14
• Session 2: July 8 – 19

Location : 4C Academy in Albany or Georgia Tech in Atlanta

STEP is an immersive engineering program, designed to teach students through hands-on learning. Students work in teams on a challenging problem that is inspired by an active Georgia Tech research effort. At the end of the program, teams present their results to parents, teachers, faculty, and industry representatives at a poster session.

The program operates at two locations—4C Academy in Albany and Georgia Tech in Atlanta.

20. Georgia State University Academy for Future Teachers

Dates : June 3 – 20

Location : Georgia State University

Cost : Free (participants receive a stipend)

Students in the AFT program travel to Georgia State ’s campus in downtown Atlanta to explore a future in teaching math or science. Each day, from 8 AM to 1 PM, students learn about current real-world challenges, then brainstorm ways to teach the solutions to these challenges. 

A unique element of the program is that participants have the opportunity to teach actual middle school, elementary school, and pre-k students each week. This practical experience allows participants to receive feedback on their performance and to work on the areas that need improvement.

21. PCOM Suwanee Summer STEM Program

Location : Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM)

Application Deadline : April 15

This summer program, offered by the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) Opportunities Academy, aims to help students who identify as African American, Black, Hispanic, or Latinx explore careers in STEM and meet professionals in the healthcare industry.

Students in the program participate in clinical skills simulations at the PCOM Georgia Simulation Center , visit the anatomy lab , take part in research labs, learn CPR, and more.

22. VOX Media Café

• Session 1: June 3 – 14 (Monday through Friday)
• Session 2: June 17 –  30 (Monday through Friday, other than June 19)

Location : VOX ATL Downtown Atlanta office

Cost : Free if program is completed

VMC focuses on the fundamental skills for careers in media—journalism, interviewing, podcasting, videography, photography, and public speaking. The program is run by VOX ATL’s staff, some of whom have over 30 years of experience in the media industry, and students will also be taken on field trips into Atlanta to network and get an insider look at various businesses in the industry.

Students get to create their own multimedia project, on a topic of their choosing, which will be published on VOX ATL’s website.

23. Camp Carlos

Dates : June 17 – 21 (closed June 19 in observance of Juneteenth)

Location : Emory’s Michael C. Carlos Museum

Application Deadline : May 3

Cost : $350

Camp Carlos is designed to help students develop their creativity and visual arts abilities. Hosted by Emory ’s Michael C. Carlos Museum, this year’s focus is on using natural materials as dyes. Students will get to do their own dyeing projects throughout the week, under the guidance of Atlanta-based textile and fiber artist Kathy Colt.

Camp Carlos offers a 10% sibling discount and a $50 discount for members of the Carlos Museum.

Some summer programs are more competitive than others, requiring letters of recommendation and standardized test scores, while other programs are open to all students within a particular grade level. Consequently, some summer programs are given more weight in college admissions than others.

The 4 Tiers of Extracurricular Activities are a good way to conceptualize how colleges value activities—like summer programs—outside of the classroom. The most impressive, rare, and influential programs are placed in Tiers 1 and 2, while programs in Tiers 3 and 4 have less of an influence on the admissions process.

While less prestigious programs may not have a major influence on admissions, if your program is related to your interests it could work together with your essays, recommendations, and intended major to help admissions officers see your dedication to a specific career path.

Curious how the summer program you participated in affects your odds of college admission? CollegeVine can help! Our free chancing calculator uses a variety of factors, including grades, test scores, and extracurriculars to estimate your odds of getting into hundreds of colleges and universities, while also providing insight into how to improve your profile.

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The Neuroscience School

Short courses for high school students.

Sponsored by The Center for Behavioral Neuroscience   The Neuroscience School at Georgia State University (GSU) is a summer program that offers short courses for high school students who enjoy science. These engaging courses are taught by award-winning neuroscience and psychology professors, all of whom hold interest and scholarly expertise in science education research and programming. 

Most high school curricula offer minimal introductions to neuroscience (a dabble here and there in biology and psychology classes). For those students lucky enough to have their imaginations captured by their introduction to neuroscience in their high school classes, we are here to help them stretch that imagination further. Join us to learn all you can about the structure and function of the nervous system. Curious about core competency expected from a college program in neuroscience? We can help you get there. (Explore the Society for Neuroscience’s Core Competencies in Neuroscience Training at Every Stage ). Want to spend summer hours with other students who share similar interests? We offer that time and space for such connections. Care to understand your self and your world in a new light? Join us to explore the intricacies of neuroscience.

“I love neuroscience because of its universality. Because it can be studied and tested and corrected—an ever-expanding, ever-improving existential philosophy. It is as much a tool to diagnose and treat as to tolerate and love.” Barron, Daniel. ( 2016, November 16. How Studying Neuroscience Transformed My Brain. Scientific American.)

Kyle Frantz, Ph.D., Director of the Center for the Advancement of Students and Alumni (CASA), and Professor, Neuroscience Institute, Georgia State University

Sarah Clark, Ph.D.,  Lecturer of Neuroscience and Associate Director of Undergraduate Studies, Neuroscience Institute, Georgia State University

Chris Goode, Ph.D., Principal Senior Lecturer and Director of Undergraduate Studies, Department of Psychology, Georgia State University

Jamin Letcher, Ph.D., Academic Professional, Neuroscience Institute, Georgia State University

Joe Normandin, Ph.D.,  Senior Lecturer and Director of Undergraduate Studies, Neuroscience Institute, Georgia State University

Jordan Ross, Ph.D., Post-Doctoral Fellow, Neuroscience Institute, Georgia State University

Erica Tracey, Ph.D., Lecturer, Neuroscience Institute, Georgia State University

Jennifer Walcott, M.Div., Project Coordinator for the Center for Behavioral Neuroscience, Georgia State University

From a Summer 2022 Advanced Topics in Neuroscience participant: “The professors provide engaging activities and lectures for interesting material, and their enthusiasm with the students made the experience even better. I had a great time and would definitely recommend!”

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Georgia College program gives high schoolers research and lab experience

It was the first YSA since the pandemic and, because of COVID, its seven high school participants had little or no lab experience. They’d only taken chemistry online.

Their first real lab experience was in Georgia College’s state-of-the-art Integrated Science Complex (ISC) with everything brand new, shiny and clean.

“Most of their chemistry experience was through a computer screen. Some of them never actually stepped into a chemistry laboratory,” said Dr. Catrena Lisse, professor of chemistry and director of the university’s Science Education Center.

“The Young Scientists Academy is a high school internship program for research. It’s designed for rural communities to give youth an extra little boost,” she said, “and get them interested in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math).”

Georgia College’s YSA started in 2007 and operates with grant money through the American Chemical Society (ACS), as well as donations. It’s highly competitive. Each student took high school chemistry, was nominated by their teacher and interviewed by a panel of professors. This year, two high school students received ACS Project SEED scholarships to attend.

Participants come from all over Central Georgia. With more funding, Lisse would like to turn YSA into a residential summer program and recruit statewide.

“Being able to give them this opportunity and see their faces when they walk into this lab—it’s exciting,” Lisse said.

Because this group was inexperienced in lab procedures, Lisse took extra caution teaching safety techniques. The first week reinforced protocols like finding data sheets for various chemicals, using eye wash stations and picking up shattered glass or acid spills.

Each high school student chose a research topic that interests them involving sol gels. Projects ranged from color-changing chemicals that indicate the presence of explosive residue from bombs to ways glucose testing can be more cost effective.

“Every single one of them had to develop their own procedures by trial and error,” Lisse said.

Nathan Walsh of Covington is a senior at Eastside High School. He’s interested in biotechnology. Lisse helped him find a project involving sol gels that, when mixed with a certain color-changing enzyme, detects glucose.

During his project, Walsh got what Lisse called “very exciting results”—a reversal, which means his mixture can be used over and over again. This research could potentially help people with diabetes save money with non-disposable testing strips.

“I like the idea of using enzymes to figure out cures and help other people. My dad has type 2 diabetes, so it hits close to home,” Walsh said. “I came in wanting to work with biotechnology, and I feel my knowledge has definitely taken a great leap here.”

His project could result in bomb detectors that react faster than anything used today.

Morgan Collins of Eatonton is a senior at Putnam County High School. He joined YSA with an interest in environmental science. He’s focusing on a way to detect heavy metals that are harmful in water.

His workstation is colorful. Each pastel represents a different metal when exposed to chemicals. The testing mixture he developed—when run through a scientific computing machine—creates a unique signature. It appears as peaks and dips on a graph.

Ultimately, his formula could be used on probes to test water.

“I found it all very interesting, because we can use sol gels, which I’d never even heard of until this program,” Collins said. “I can test water and, by color change, know there’s a problem.”

“I never really had chemistry experience, because I had to take high school chemistry online,” he said. “Being able to experience this allows me to see if I’m interested in it, so I can better prepare myself for what I want to do in the future. This research has shown me I might minor in biochemistry.”

Her project results might also be published, Lisse said.

“I’ve always wanted to do forensic science, which combines chemistry and biology,” Buck said. “When I was told I got in, I was so excited. Everything here is so new and so clean. This is my first lab experience, so this is the standard I’ll be looking for.”

All seven participants will present their projects at a symposium July 22 in Peabody Auditorium. They’ll be cheered on by Lisse and their Georgia College student mentors: Cole Smith and Callie Miller, both junior chemistry majors.

“After that, I chose to come to Georgia College because of the independent undergraduate research going on here,” Smith said. “I’m really good with my hands and really good in the lab, so choosing a college where I could put that to my advantage was at the top of my priority list.”

Having mentorship experience will put him a step ahead when applying for a doctorate.

Similarly, YSA experience will help high schoolers stand out when applying for college. Many former participants won scholarships because of their time at the academy.

That’s Lisse’s ultimate goal—getting these youngsters to college.

“Every step of every process, they have learned something, and that’s what’s really exciting,” Lisse said. “Probably the number one benefit is their confidence, and I have seen it just bloom.”

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During the summer the Georgia Tech School of Biological Sciences and Center for Education Integrating Science, Math and Computing offers BIO@TECH , an intensive three-week investigative biology experience for high school students with strong interests in the biological sciences. Topics included in each session will vary, and include selections from the following:

• "Glow Germs " - creating bacterial cells that glow in the dark.
• "CSI: GT" - DNA forensics.
• "Power of the Plankton" - ecology of oceanic and freshwater plankton (includes field trip).
• "Daughters of Eve" - mitochondrial DNA ancestry.
• "Life on the Edge" - microbes found in harsh and extreme environments.
• "Breaking the Code" - DNA sequencing and identification.
• "Green Genes" - detecting genetically modified foods.

When and Where

Two identical three-week sessions of BIO@TECH will be offered this summer. Session I begins late May and runs through mid June. Session II begins early July and runs through late July. Students participate in lectures and laboratory experiments from 9:00am until 4:00pm at Georgia Tech's School of Biological Sciences. There will be short breaks in the morning and afternoon of each session as well as a lunch break.

The program is ideal for local students although out-of-town students who arrange their own local accommodations (family, friends) are welcome to apply. We regret to inform you that we cannot assist in helping you arrange local accommodations.

Instructors

BIO@TECH is taught by Georgia Tech   faculty   and   instructors   in the School of Biological Sciences, and by Patricia Mote of Georgia State University, recipient of 2003-2004 Siemens Award for Advanced Placement. Under the direction of these faculty, students explore key breakthroughs and issues in current biology, as well as the challenges they represent to society.

Application

The application is completed online by clicking   here . You can save and come back to edit your application (excluding your recommender's information) until TBD at 5:00 PM Eastern. You can check the status of each requirement when you login to the   Online Application .   Please note that Room and Board are not provided.

The complete Application requires:

• An Application Form
• A Student Essay of Interest
• Two (2) Teacher Recommendations ( an upload link will be emailed to the recommender's email address entered in your application)
• Application Fee of $25 (mailed to address below)

Selection Process and Fees

Fifteen to twenty-four rising 11th and 12th graders with a strong interest in biology, chemistry, or biomedical sciences will be selected based on a review of their portfolio. Exceptional rising 10th graders will also be considered. Interested students should have completed at least algebra and one year of high school biology. Applications are encouraged particularly from students historically under-represented in the fields of science, mathematics, and engineering.

Students accepted into the program must submit a $695.00 tuition fee. The $25.00 non-refundable application and registration fee is not part of the tuition. Please have the $25 Application Fee mailed to (Check payable to   Georgia Tech):

Georgia Tech BIO@TECH Program ATTN: Benita Black Georgia Tech School of Biological Sciences 310 Ferst Drive Atlanta, GA 30332-0230

Waivers and Code of Conduct

Parents or guardians of participating students will be required to sign a liability waiver, an emergency medical release, and a photo release form. This is a formal requirement. At no time will students handle, or be exposed to, radioactive material or high-energy radiation, or noxious, toxic chemicals.

Successful completion of BIO@TECH includes mandatory attendance. Students whose behavior is deemed by the BIO@TECH instructors to be disruptive to the learning environment will be asked to leave.

In a nutshell...

What:   Bio@Tech Summer Program **CANCELED INDEFINITELY** Session I: late May thru mid June  Session II: early July thru late July Application Fee:   $25.00   Deadline: TBD @ 5 PM Eastern   Tuition:   $ 695.00   Contact:   Benita Black -   benita.black {at} biosci.gatech.edu    

BIO@TECH   is sponsored by the Georgia Institute of Technology's School of Biological Sciences and the Georgia Institute of Technology Center for Education Integrating Science, Math and Computing (An Equal Education and Employment Opportunity Institution)

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