Summer Programs
If you are interested in a summer enrichment program, volunteer program, or internship, we invite you to check out the opportunities below!
BLAST Summer Program - Attention current 8th or 9th grade students! Virginia Space Grant Consortium's FREE, university-based summer program will ignite your curiosity and help you discover what a career in STEM is like. BLAST participants are immersed in the college experience for 3 exciting days packed with STEM activities and demonstrations led by university faculty. Applications are due by February 1, 2026.
Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Hospital Junior Volunteer Program - The administration and staff of Mary Immaculate consider junior volunteers a valuable resource and an asset to their job of caring for the sick and suffering. For that reason, a Junior Volunteer at Mary Immaculate is expected to be the kind of person who has the desire to be of service to others, shows compassion for others, and shows patience in all situations. Their program offers teens an opportunity to engage in a service project that is both rewarding and educational. Click here for more information. Applications are due in April.
Carnegie Mellon University Pre-College Programs - The mission of the Carnegie Mellon University Pre-College Programs is to provide high school students with a life-changing, immersive college experience both inside and outside of the classroom. Academic programs include AI Scholars, Architecture, Art, Computational Biology, Computer Science, Design, Drama, Music, Game Academy, and Writing & Culture. Click here for more information.
Computers and Technology - C-Tech² is designed for rising junior and senior high school girls and offers an opportunity to learn about college life--from residence halls to classrooms and everything in-between. C-Tech2 is designed to help students explore engineering options and participate in hands-on activities presented by faculty and graduate students from a wide variety of engineering departments. Click here for more information. Applications are due in March.
HU Pharm Ready Program – This is an incredible opportunity for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors who are interested in a career in pharmacy—or even those who are still exploring their options—to gain hands-on experience and discover what the field of pharmacy is all about. The HU Pharm Ready Program is officially set for the Summer of 2026, with the new dates scheduled for June 15–19, 2026.
JSA/Jefferson Lab - To be eligible to participate in the JSA/Jefferson Lab High School Summer Program, you must attend a local high school, be 16 years old by the start of the program, be in good academic standing, and maintain at least a 3.5 grade point average. Students who are selected to participate in the JSA/Jefferson Lab High School Summer Program are chosen on the basis of demonstrated skills and merit. Click here for more information. Applications are due in March.
Junior Commonwealth's Attorney Program (JCAP) - From June 22nd-26th 2026, rising 9th-11th grade students are invited to dive into an unforgettable week of hands-on, immersive learning about the legal system, public safety, and the vital role law and decision-making play in shaping our communities. Led by Hampton Commonwealth’s Attorney Mr. Anton Bell, this FREE program is more than just an introduction to the criminal justice system—it’s a chance to connect with peers, explore career possibilities, and be inspired by a leader who is passionate about youth mentorship and making a difference. Click here for more information. Applications will remain open until January 31st, 2026.
Oliver Hill/Samuel Tucker Pre-Law Institute - Applications are now open for the 2026 Oliver Hill/Samuel Tucker Pre-Law Institute (“Institute”). The Institute targets future lawyers at an early age and provides them with exposure and opportunity to explore the legal profession, all at no cost to the participants. The Institute is open to rising 10th, 11th, and 12th graders. The Institute is held annually in Richmond, Virginia. This year, it will be held from Sunday, July 5, 2026, to Friday, July 10, 2026, at the University of Richmond. Click here for the application. The deadline for the application is Friday, April 24, 2026.
Pathways - Girls Who Code offers this free summer program where students will explore technology, build purpose-driven tech-for-good projects, and connect with a supportive global community—no coding experience required. Across seven flexible weeks this summer, students learn at their own pace through engaging video tutorials, hands-on projects, and Tech Spotlights featuring women and non-binary professionals in the field. They also gain mentorship through Partner Events, connect with peers on Girls Who Code’s Discord community, and earn certificates for every course they complete. Register here to join the Pathways live webinar on February 4th, 2026 to learn more and ask questions about the program. Apply by February 25 for priority consideration, application closes April 10, 2026.
Pathways Flight Academies - Virginia Space Grant Consortium, in partnership with the Commonwealth of Virginia, Averett University, Rick Aviation, Aviation Adventures, and the Virginia Department of Aviation, is offering flight academies for selected high school students statewide in response to the looming national shortage of airline pilots and the growing need for aviation maintenance technicians and air traffic controllers. Click here for more information. Applications are due March 1, 2026.
Pathways for Future Engineers Camp - The Pathways for Future Engineers Summer Camp is now accepting applications through April 1st. This year’s camp will be held June 14th – 27th. This camp is a one-week residential camp for rising 10th and 11th grade students and a two-week camp for rising high school seniors (as of Fall 2026). This camp is for students who did not have either parent graduate with a four-year degree or equivalent from any country in the world. Students selected for this camp are offered a full scholarship to cover all camp costs including lodging and meals. Pathways Camp explores various engineering paths in college by engaging students with Virginia Tech faculty and students in the College of Engineering at Virginia Tech by attending learning sessions, touring labs, and taking part in hands-on design and build experiences. Specifically for senior-level students, Pathways Camp provides emphasis on college transition planning and careers beyond college in addition to deeper explorations into majors in engineering. Click on the flyer for more information. Application deadline extended to May 31, 2026.
Riverside Summer Junior Volunteer Program - Volunteering with Riverside Regional Medical Center is a rewarding experience with many opportunities. As a volunteer, you will interact and assist with patients, become a part of a great hospital family and work with others to help make a difference in our community. Volunteers work with the public, assist visitors and support members of the health care team throughout the hospital. The program is divided into multiple sessions, each lasting two (2) weeks. Click here for more information. Application opens in February.
Teen Leadership Camp - Session 1: July 6-9, Session 2: July 20-23; York High School KIVA - This leadership program will help teens build a foundation for leading in their community and beyond. Sessions will be run with students learning ideas through discussions, scenarios, simulations, and team activities. Click here to register and click on the flyer above for more information about this opportunity.
University of Mary Washington Summer Enrichment - The UMW Summer Enrichment Program is back for this summer. This unique residential program for rising 10th-12th graders will run from July 9-15, 2023! Participants will join UMW professors for three engaging, meaningful courses, some with out-of-class enrichment activities to help students fully explore the content. Choose from a variety of fun and exciting courses for the week taught by UMW Professors, engage in fun enrichment activities throughout the week, get to know UMW and Fredericksburg, and, most importantly, meet new people and have fun! Click here for more information and course descriptions. Applications are due in March.
UVA Advance - The University of Virginia offers a credited summer program for rising juniors and seniors called UVA Advance. Students reside on Grounds in Charlottesville and take two undergraduate classes, as well as participate in college readiness workshops, field trips, and other activities. Need-based financial aid is available. Applications will open December 1st, and are due on March 1st.
VANOMA Summer Camp - This annual summer camp empowers young people to affect change in their community through design. By connecting young people to real-world architects and planners, we help foster the next generation of design professionals, civic leaders, and changemakers, while advocating for increased inclusiveness, diversity, fellowship, equity, and excellence in design throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia. Students that participate in the camps work closely with architects and designers to create the designs they would like to see in their communities. Not only do students create designs, but they are also connected with mentors in the architecture field to help guide their interests. Click here for more information. Camp dates July 13-17, 2026.
VIMS High School Summer Camp Counselors - High school students are invited to apply for Coastal Counselors positions for the VIMS Summer Marine Science Camps. This is an amazing opportunity to help lead camp activities, mentor younger campers, and inspire the next generation of environmental stewards. Click here for more information. Applications are due March 15, 2026.
Virginia Latino Higher Education Network - The Virginia Latino Higher Education Network (VALHEN) Hispanic College Institute (HCI) is a FREE 3-day, virtual program that gives rising juniors and seniors in high school the opportunity to learn about the college admissions process while meeting Latinx professionals and engaging with Latinx college students from all over the Commonwealth of Virginia. There is NO COST to attend this program.
West Point Summer Leaders Experience (SLE) - SLE is your opportunity to “try on” cadet life through a full immersion into West Point culture to see how well you and the U.S. Military Academy fit together. SLE is a five-day, cadet-led immersion into academic, military, physical, and social life at the U.S. Military Academy. It is designed for rising high school seniors to experience cadet life firsthand. This program is looking for candidates with strong intellectual, moral, and physical potential. Applications open February 15, and the priority consideration deadline is March 15. The final deadline to apply is April 15. Click here for more information.
William & Mary Center for Gifted Education Summer Enrichment Program - William & Mary's Summer Enrichment Program is an academically challenging program with an emphasis on inquiry-based learning for students enrolled in grades K-12. The program is not meant to replace the regular school curriculum; rather, it recognizes the importance of allowing able children to explore additional specialized areas of science, mathematics, humanities, and the arts. Course activities are compatible with the expected achievement of high-ability students at specific grade and age levels.
This list is for general informational purposes only. Appearance on this list does not constitute an endorsement and descriptions are not exhaustive.