PBS Nature Gives Inside Look at the NY Aquarium's Next Big Exhibit: Spineless
NY Aquarium’s Jon Forrest Dohlin and Aaron Brett gave a sneak peek inside the upcoming new exhibit, Spineless. Watch the short video HERE. The opening date of the exhibit has not yet been announced.
Valerie Ramdhanie first joined WCS as an intern through the CUNY Service Corps program in the 2017-2018 academic year. In the spring of 2018, she was hired as a Nature Trek Play Leader at the Bronx Zoo. That same summer, Valerie also worked as a Conservation Camp Counselor where she taught hundreds of zoo campers about wildlife and conservation. In 2019, she returned once again, but this time as an Advanced Quest Leader—facilitating fun & hands-on activities for zoo visitors of all ages. Valerie loves teaching kids and wants to be an elementary school teacher. We can’t wait to see what the future holds for Valerie!
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Teens Take the MET | Metropolitan Museum of Art
Grab your friends and take over The Met for the night. Drop in for teen-only activities across the Museum including art making, performances, music, and more. Discover what you can also do at over 40 NYC cultural and community organizations.
Doors open at 5 pm. Teens Take The Met! is free and open to all teens 13+ with a middle or high school ID.
Saturday Sketching (Ages 11-18) | Metropolitan Museum of Art
Thinking of applying to an art high school or college? Sketch in the galleries from works of art with the guidance of an artist-instructor. These free classes are a great way to experiment with different drawing approaches and build a portfolio. Attend one or all of the monthly classes. Materials are provided.
Celebrate the NYC LatinX Community with inspiring stories from Assembly Women Catalina Cruz on her journey from undocumented immigrant to elected State Assemblywoman. This edition builds on using the power of personal stories to positively change our world, promote empathy & inclusivity, and spark new ideas in the tech and media industry.
Teen and College Night: To the Moon | Intrepid Museum
Join us in celebrating the anniversary of the Apollo 12 mission and advancements in space science, as we look toward traveling back to the Moon. Registered guests will engage in activities and discussions on the challenges of space exploration and the future of space travel. Participants are free to explore the Museum complex for the day.
Discover the holiday season at the Bronx Zoo. Animal lanterns, animated sculptures, and colorful designs will light your way throughout the park. Enjoy a magical night that's greener than ever thanks to LED technology.
The High School Apprenticeship Program | Museum of Jewish Heritage
From February through June, apprentices participate in 10 after-school seminars led by Museum professionals which explore 20th and 21st century Jewish history in the context of the Museum’s collection. Apprentices will receive a paid summer internship at the Museum from the end of June through mid-August.
High School Explainer Program | New York Botanical Gardens
Join other high school students in a competitive internship program and work as volunteer educators in the Everett Children’s Adventure Garden. As an Explainer, you will facilitate experiences with nature and plant science for children and families. Applications are now open for the Winter/Spring 2020 Session
A full–tuition scholarship for a woman in science, technology, engineering, or math. Film a three–minute video of yourself explaining a STEM topic you're passionate about. You must be a high school senior or an undergraduate college student to apply.
A free STEM program available to students enrolled in a NYC high school (9th-12th grade). Taught by Cooper Union undergraduates and graduate students, students learn engineering design and rapid prototyping skills, including 3D drawing and printing, laser cutting, fabrication with hand tools, and programming microcontrollers.
Applications for Spring 2020 open Nov 25th - Dec 20th
NYS Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Incentive Program
The NYS STEM Incentive Program provides tuition awards to students who are New York State residents attending a public or private degree-granting college or university located in New York State. Recipients must be in the top 10 percent of students of their high school graduating class, pursue an approved, two or four-year STEM degree program and agree to live in NYS and work in a STEM field in NYS for five years after graduation.
Visionary Studio: Saturday Art Workshop is a free 9-week program that allows students to infuse issues of social justice into a dynamic art-making practice.Teens explore one of four significant social themes and draw upon a rich array of innovative, multidisciplinary approaches through which they can visually express their ideas.
Students in grades 7-12 who are ages 13 and up are invited to submit works to the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards in 29 different categories of art and writing. The Scholastic Awards are the largest national recognition and scholarship program for teens. You will have the opportunity to be recognized in publications, exhibitions, and ceremonies at both the regional and national level.
The Science Career Ladder is an innovative education and employment program open to high school and college students. While in the program, students are trained to interact with hands-on exhibits, perform science demonstrations, and help facilitate educational programs and workshops.
As a STEM Instructor, you will boldly lead girls during STEM From Dance programs. While your main task is to teach STEM skills, you also help build the confidence and thinking skills of our girls with the end goal of preparing them for a future in STEM. You will facilitate learning about computer science, how it integrates with dance, and how students can bring their very own ideas to life.
The Science Career Ladder is an innovative education and employment program open to high school and college students. While in the program, students are trained to interact with hands-on exhibits, perform science demonstrations, and help facilitate educational programs and workshops.
The hackNY Fellows Program brings together students by pairing them with software engineering internships at great New York City startups, housing them together in the heart of the city, and connecting Fellows with impactful social good projects. Undergraduate or graduate students, who have strong programming and software engineering skills are encouraged to apply.
JET Finance (Property Accounting) Intern | Jet Blue
Through the JetBlue Emerging Talent (JET), interns participate in a robust 6-12 month internship program that provides interns the opportunity to immerse themselves into the aviation industry while developing specific career interest or areas of study.
As a full-time paid editorial intern, you will contributeAudubon's mission via both the print publication and website. Ideal candidates will have strong writing and communication skills as well as an interest in covering topics ranging from science and conservation news to environmental and social justice.
College and Graduate Internship | Alley Pond Environmental Center
APEC accepts undergraduate and graduate students who are required by their college or university to complete an internship project at an outside organization. We accept college interns on a case-by-case basis for fall, winter, spring, and summer sessions.
Administrative Coordinator of Youth Development | WCS Education
This opportunity is primarily an administrative role that ensures that the youth development programming within WCS reaches our goals for proper record keeping, tracking, case management, evaluation, and communication. You will work with a robust team of youth development professionals that interact with and support over 1,400 youth in a variety of volunteer, internship, and part time employment roles.
The Advanced Inquiry Program (AIP) offers a ground-breaking online master’s degree that combines web-based graduate courses through Miami University with face-to-face experiential learning and field study at premiere community learning institutions nationwide.
There are two upcoming info sessions: 12/18/19 (6:00p-8:30p) at Central Park Zoo or 1/29/20 (6:00p-8:30p) Online Webinar. Sign up for an info session here.
Animal Exhibits Department Volunteers | NY Aquarium
The New York Aquarium offers five volunteer programs. Volunteers with our Animal Exhibits Department help behind-the-scenes with animal care and those in the Animal Health Center gain an introduction to the laboratory and veterinary fields.
The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) is hiring an Assistant Educator for Community and Access Programs. This is a great opportunity for students or alumni with art history, art/museum education, or disability studies degrees.
Jet Blue Emerging Talent (JET) Graduate Rotational
The JET Graduate Rotational is a 24-month program designed for those who have recently completed a master’s degree. Participants will develop critical leadership & technical skills in Finance, Marketing, Support (People Data Insights or IT Digital Management) and Airport Operations.
As a full-time paid fellow, you will have the chance to be a valuable member of our team, contributing both digital and print content and getting a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to be an editor at a major publication. Ideal applicants will have a strong grasp of environmental science and conservation and impressive writing.
College and Graduate Internship | Alley Pond Environmental Center
APEC accepts undergraduate and graduate students who are required by their college or university to complete an internship project at an outside organization. We accept college interns on a case-by-case basis for fall, winter, spring, and summer sessions.
