The MIT Museum is seeking middle- or high-school STEM educators as Teachers-in-Residence to teach established science and technology workshops in an informal education environment, in collaboration with the Museum’s work Education & Public Programs team. Teachers will also develop and implement an independent project that augments current workshops at the MIT Museum. They will also gain a behind-the-scene perspective of the Museum, explore current science and technology research at MIT, share their classroom expertise with Museum staff, and serve as a liaison between the Museum and their schools. These positions are temporary, full-time, July 2-August 10 (plus 1-2 days prior for orientation and training). To apply, send resume and cover letter to edsearch@mit.edu.
Category Archives: Summer
New England Aquarium Summer Camps
The New England Aquarium runs a series of one- and two-week summer day camps. Registration has started for members and will open to the general public on February 5. Applications for scholarships will be accepted until March 2.
Grades 4-5
- New Balance Foundation Marine Mammal Maniacs (July 23-27)
- Fishellaneous (July 30 – August 3)
- Tidepool Trekker (August 20-24)
Grades 6-7
- Harbor Island Hopper (July 9-13)
- Mysterious Ocean (July 16-20)
- Coastal Quest (August 6-10)
- Vibrant Vertebrates (August 13-17)
Grades 8-9
- Coastal Zone Studies (July 9-13)
- Marine Mammal Mentors (July 30 – August 3)
- Aquarist in Training (August 20-24)
Grades 8-10 (two-week camps)
- Marine Science 101 (week 1: July 16-20; week 2: July 23-27)
- Field Expedition (week 1: August 6-10; week 2: August 13-17)
NSHS Biomedical Research Club Seeks Hosts for Internships
The Newton South Biomedical Research Club seeks adults in local academic or commercial science research institutions to sponsor one or ore Newton South HS students in their labs for summer or school-year internships. Alternatively, the club welcomes such individuals to visit the school to speak about their research with students. Interested individuals are invited to email name/title/contact info, area of research, specific interest in this program (research intern/lecture), and availability (summer intern/school year intern/other) to NSHS parent Rhoda Alani alani@bu.edu.
Application Open for PROMYS: BU’s Summer Math Program for Young (Motivated) Scientists
Applications are now available for PROMYS, a six-week (July 1-August 11) residential summer program at Boston University for strongly motivated high-school students (ages 15-19) to explore in-depth the creative world of mathematics. About 80 students are selected from a nationwide/worldwide pool based on online applications consisting of solutions to challenging problem sets, school transcripts, teacher recommendations, and short essays explaining their interest in the program. Financial aid is available as necessary to ensure all who are selected may attend. Applications are due March 31. For more information, see the FAQs and then contact promys@bu.edu.
Mass. Life Sciences Center: Summer Apprenticeship Internships
The Massachusetts Life Sciences Center is facilitating and funding summer internships for Massachusetts high-school students who are at least 16 years old and currently in Grades 10-12. The Summer Apprenticeship Challenge program connects these students with employers throughout the state and subsidizes intern stipends (up to $12 per hour, for a total of up to $2,880 for six weeks) so that life sciences companies and academic researchers can hire interns. Employers do the interviewing and selection, then provide a mentor and a hands-on learning experience. Employers sign up here and students sign up here. For more information, email internship@masslifesciences.com.
Apply Now for ‘Girls Who Code’ Summer Immersion Program
Girls Who Code offers its free, 7-week Summer Immersion Program for girls currently in Grades 10-11 to learn computer science and get exposure to technology jobs. No previous experience is required — just an interest in technology and willingness to learn. It will be held in 14 cities, including Boston (July 9 – August 24). The application has one question and does not require grades or recommendations. Apply by February 16 for early acceptance or by March 16 for the regular deadline.
Two More Local Camp Fairs Showcasing Summer Programs
In addition to the Teen Summer Program Expo on January 29, here are two more free opportunities to learn about summer programs for kids:
On January 28, the City of Newton will hold its annual Camp Fair in the Newton North HS cafeteria, noon to 4PM. From noon to 3PM, entertainment will be provided by Wicked Cool Science, enabling kids to build and launch air rockets. Participating organizations include Newton Parks and Recreation, Newton Public Schools, Newton Community Education, Newton Free Library, and Historic Newton.
On February 11, the Newton England Camp Fair will be held at Bigelow Middle School, 11:30AM-2:30PM. While many of the exhibiting programs have a STEM component, the following have a particularly focus on STEM: Edge on Science, Empow Studios, Exploration School, LINX Camps, and Zaniac Learning Center.
Meet STEM Summer Programs at Teen Summer Program Expo, Jan. 29
At the 14th annual Teen Summer Program Expo, held at Newton South HS cafeteria on January 29, 5:30-8PM, you can meet representatives of a wide range of summer programs for teenagers, including these STEM programs. The expo is free. Register online to save time at the door.
SCOOP High-School Summer Internships at Boston Children’s Hospital
Student Career Opportunities Outreach Program (SCOOP) is a summer student internship program at Boston Children’s Hospital for 10 students currently in Grades 9-11. The internships are for 24 hours per week, July 9 – August 16. Read the SCOOP brochure and apply (with a 500-word essay and two recommendations) by March 1. (The application form says the deadline is March 2, but the brochure says it’s March 1.)
Summer Research Science Institute at MIT: Applications Due Jan. 16
The Research Science Institute hosts 80 accomplished high-school students in a rigorous summer STEM research program at MIT, June 24-August 4, combining on-campus coursework in scientific theory and off-campus work in STEM research. Students first participate in a week of intensive STEM classes, then conduct five-week individual research projects with mentors, and finally prepare written and oral presentations of their results. The program is designed for students entering senior year in the fall, but exceptions for younger students will be considered. Except for a $65 application fee (which may be waived upon request), the program is free to students. Applications are due January 12. For more information, email RSI.