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National Inventors Hall of FameSelective

Camp Invention Volunteer Leadership Intern Program

A volunteer leadership internship program for high school and college students who work with Camp Invention participants to explore STEM concepts and develop creative thinking and leadership skills.

Jun–AugCommuterMultiple locationsFreeRolling

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th, College

CategoriesSTEM, Leadership, Career Exploration

SubjectsSTEM, Invention, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Communication

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://www.invent.org/programs/leadership-intern

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Camp KinneretSelectiveCredit

Camp Kinneret: Summer Internship for Leadership Training

A selective volunteer internship program for high school students focusing on leadership development and working with children. Participants commit to a minimum of 4 weeks across rotations, earning an honorarium upon successful completion.

Jun–Jul · 4 wk sessionsCommuterAgoura Hills, CA<$500Applications available around end of year

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesLeadership, Community Service

SubjectsLeadership Development, 21st-Century Skills, Mentoring, Critical Thinking, Collaboration, Communication

Cost<$500 · $50

Websitehttps://www.campkinneret.com/future-families/age-specific-programming/camp-internship-for-leadership-training-10-12-grades/

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Summer Springboard (Terra Education)Selective

Summer Springboard

A residential and online summer program offering university-based courses across healthcare, engineering, computer science, business, media, and humanities for middle and high school students at prestigious campuses across the US and internationally.

Jun–Aug · 1–2 wk sessionsResidential / OnlineMultiple locations$500–$1,499188 days

Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Business/Entrepreneurship, Healthcare, Performing & Visual Arts

SubjectsPre-Med, Biotechnology, Cardiology, Dentistry, Emergency Medicine, Immunology, Kinesiology, Medical Research, Neuroscience, Nursing, Nutrition, Oncology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Psychology, Public Health, Surgery, Veterinary Medicine, Aerospace Engineering, Astrophysics, Automotive Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Marine Biology, Physics, Quantum Computing, Forensic Science, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Game Development, Web Development, UX Design, Extended Reality, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Marketing, Economics, International Relations, Law, Sports Management, Financial Technology, Filmmaking, Photography, Architecture, Interior Design, Animation, Branding, Fashion, Music Production, Audio Engineering, Literature, Writing, Theater, History, Communication

Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,498

Websitehttps://summerspringboard.com/

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University of Maryland, College ParkSelectiveCredit

University of Maryland: Terp Young Scholars (TYS)

A competitive three-week summer program for rising 10th–12th graders offering one three-credit university course from 40+ options spanning STEM, business, arts, humanities, and health sciences. Students earn official UMD college credit posted to transcript.

Jul · 3 wk sessionsCommuter / OnlineCollege Park, MD$1,500–$2,999203 days

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Business/Entrepreneurship, Healthcare, Performing & Visual Arts

SubjectsArchitecture, Planning & Preservation, Arts & Humanities, Business & Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Communication, Media & Storytelling, Computing, Engineering, Data Science, Design, Environment & Sustainability, Global Perspectives, History & Culture, Medicine, Health Sciences, Mind, Behavior & Society

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,420

Websitehttps://tys.umd.edu

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Bucknell UniversitySelective

Bucknell Academy Summer Experience

A one-week residential summer program for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors focused on human-centered communication in a digital era. Students live on campus, attend classes taught by Bucknell faculty, and participate in collaborative academic and social activities.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsResidentialLewisburg, PA$1,500–$2,999Prior to March (2026 cycle closed; contact for 2027)

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Leadership

SubjectsCommunication, Liberal Arts, Creative Problem-Solving

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,750

Websitehttps://www.bucknell.edu/admissions-aid/plan-visit/camps-conferences-visit-programs/bucknell-academy-summer-experience

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Camp AugustaSelective

Camp Augusta: CIRCLE Leadership Summer Program

A multi-phase leadership development program combining 5 months of pre-camp preparation (January–May) with a 3-week intensive residential summer session. Participants develop communication, community living, and leadership skills through reflections, projects, wilderness backpacking, and co-leading camp activities.

Jan, Jul, Aug · Academic YearResidentialNevada City, CA$3,000–$6,999Mid-December

Entering grades11th, 12th, PG, College

CategoriesLeadership

SubjectsLeadership Development, Communication, Community Living, Wilderness Skills

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $6,600

Websitehttps://campaugusta.org/summer/circle/

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Fernwood Cove CampSelective

Fernwood Cove CIT Program

A Counselor In Training (CIT) program at an ACA-accredited residential camp in Maine offering leadership development, team-building activities, volunteer opportunities (up to 100 hours per session), and the chance to work directly with campers as bunk leaders and evening program developers.

JunResidentialHarrison, ME$7,000+21 days left

Entering grades11th, 12th, PG

CategoriesLeadership, Community Service

SubjectsLeadership Development, Team Building, Communication, Problem Solving

Cost$7,000+ · $10,600

Websitehttps://www.fernwoodcove.com/about/our-program/teen-leadership-program/cit-program/

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UnboundSelectiveCredit

Ascend by Unbound: Alternative Education and Training Program

A 1–3 year hybrid Christian leadership and professional development program for ages 16+ combining remote coursework with four mandatory in-person intensives annually. Students complete 40+ hour projects in their field of interest while developing leadership skills through signature courses and team-based mentorship.

Aug · Academic YearResidential / OnlineMultiple locations$7,000+Rolling

Entering gradesPG, College

CategoriesLeadership, Career Exploration, Business/Entrepreneurship

SubjectsLeadership, Professional Development, Communication, Financial Stewardship, Faith Integration

Cost$7,000+ · $10,000

Websitehttps://beunbound.us/ascend/

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Montclair State UniversitySelectiveCredit

Montclair State University Early College Programs

An early college program allowing academically ambitious high school students to earn transferable college credits through courses taught in high school, on campus, or online by university professors.

Jan, May, Aug, Sep · SemesterCommuter / Residential / OnlineMontclair, NJ35 days

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM

SubjectsAthletic Training, Yoga, Nutrition, Health, Fitness, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, Soccer, Dance, Karate, Education Foundations, Children's Literature, Economics, Personal Finance, Spreadsheet Modeling, Speech, Communication, Film, Television, Anthropology, Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Latin, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, History, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Literature, Women's Studies, Law, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth Sciences, Physics, Statistics, Visual Arts, Music, Theater, Creative Thinking

Websitehttps://www.montclair.edu/early-college-program/

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Camp Sonshine

Camp Sonshine: Leader-in-Training and Assistant Counselor

Camp Sonshine offers two complementary programs: a Leader-in-Training (LIT) program for grades 7–9 focused on leadership development and working with younger campers, and an Assistant Counselor (AC) program for grades 10–12 providing hands-on staff training and youth leadership experience with compensation options.

Jun–Aug · 1–8 wk sessionsCommuterSilver Spring, Germantown, MD<$500Rolling

Entering grades7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesLeadership, Community Service

SubjectsLeadership Development, Youth Mentoring, Life Skills, Teamwork, Communication, Problem Solving, Mentorship, Counselor Training

Cost<$500 · $45

Websitehttps://www.campsonshine.org/

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Kent Place School

Kent Place School: Girls' Leadership Institute (GLI)

A summer leadership development program for girls in grades 4–10 designed to empower students to discover their full leadership potential through the six GLI Leadership Pillars: Communication, Social-Emotional Intelligence, Taking Action, Ethical Decision-Making, Collaboration, and Cultural Competence.

Jun–Jul · 1–2 wk sessionsCommuterSummit, NJ$500–$1,499

Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th

CategoriesLeadership

SubjectsLeadership Development, Social-Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Ethical Decision-Making, Collaboration, Cultural Competence

Cost$500–$1,499 · $962

Websitehttps://www.kentplace.org/girls-leadership-institute

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Model UN Institute by Best Delegate

Virtual Public Speaking Summer Course for Kids & Teens (Ages 11–18)

Live virtual summer camps offering public speaking, social skills, and U.S. politics instruction for middle and high school students. Classes run 3 hours daily (Monday–Friday) with certified mentors and include digital certificates of completion.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsOnline$500–$1,499Rolling (camps sell out quickly)

Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesLeadership, Career Exploration

SubjectsPublic Speaking, Social Skills, U.S. Politics, Government, Communication

Cost$500–$1,499 · $549

Websitehttps://muninstitute.com/pages/virtual-public-speaking-us-politics-and-social-skills-summer-camp

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SuperCamp / Quantum Learning Global

SuperCamp: Summer Programs

SuperCamp offers residential summer programs for middle and high school students focused on academic confidence, leadership skills, and personal success through residential immersion experiences.

Jun–Aug · 1–2 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locations$1,500–$2,999

Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Leadership

SubjectsStudy Skills, Leadership, Communication, Time Management, Creative Thinking

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,495

Websitehttps://www.supercamp.com/

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Wake Forest University

Wake Forest Summer Immersion: Leadership Institute

A six-day residential program for high school students (grades 9–12) focused on developing authentic leadership skills through experiential learning. Students explore relationship development, personal branding, resilience, diversity, and equity while working with Wake Forest faculty, industry professionals, and local nonprofits.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsResidentialWinston-Salem, NC$3,000–$6,999356 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesLeadership, Academic

SubjectsLeadership Development, Personal Branding, Team Dynamics, Resilience, Diversity and Equity, Communication, Self-Awareness

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,500

Websitehttps://immersion.summer.wfu.edu/on-campus-institutes/leadership-institute/

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National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC)Credit

National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC) | Leadership and Service

A 6-day residential immersive program at American University where high school students develop leadership skills through workshops on communication, public speaking, and team building, while completing community service projects with local DC organizations.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidentialWashington, DC$3,000–$6,999Rolling

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesLeadership, Community Service

SubjectsLeadership Development, Public Speaking, Communication, Team Building, Community Service

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,095

Websitehttps://www.nslcleaders.org/youth-leadership-programs/leadership-development-programs/

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Seville Abroad

Seville Abroad: Summer Program in Spain

A 4-week Spanish immersion program for middle and high school students in Seville with 3 hours of daily Spanish classes, host family accommodation, and cultural excursions throughout Andalusia, Granada, and Madrid.

Jun · 4 wk sessionsResidentialSeville, Spain$7,000+

Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesLanguage, Travel/Cultural Immersion

SubjectsSpanish Language, Spanish Immersion, Communication

Cost$7,000+ · $5,690

Websitehttps://sevilleabroad.com/summer-program-in-spain

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Westcoast Connection

Westcoast Connection: Pre-College Enrichment Los Angeles - on the Campus of UCLA

A residential summer program on UCLA's campus where high school students choose from 15+ morning and afternoon courses in business, law, psychology, photography, and other subjects, with daily excursions to LA attractions, NCAA athletic facility access, and optional commuter option.

Jun · 2–3 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterLos Angeles, CA$7,000+Rolling; programs open until full

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Career Exploration

SubjectsBusiness & Entrepreneurship, Sports Management, Finance, Law, Psychology, Communication, Languages, Photography, Crime Scene Investigation, SAT Prep, Stock Market & Investment Analysis, Social Media Marketing, Surfing

Cost$7,000+ · $8,599

Websitehttps://www2.westcoastconnection.com/l/513471/2022-04-18/hxk23w

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