LEEP Internship

The Lazarus Energy Empowerment Program (LEEP) is now accepting application from current sophomores and juniors.

The goal of the program is to expose and equip well deserving high school juniors and seniors with the skills that they will need to achieve their goals and realize their full potential. After completing the program, young people feel more empowered, confident, and prepared for college and the workforce.

Applicants need to be able to work on Saturdays from 9am until 3pm (6 hours) during the summer and the school year and complete 4 hours of tasks during the week. Since this can conflict with other activities, applicants will have to consider their other commitments. Applicants must be willing to invest time into starting the program on Saturday, June 3, 2023 and completing the program on Saturday, May 18, 2024.

The application is open and available at this link. The deadline is April 3, 2023 at 5:00 PM. A resume and cover letter must also be emailed to leepinterns@gmail.com. Virtual interviews will occur once after applications are submitted. Applicants will be notified by May 8th of their status.

Young Leaders Summit Application Now Open

• Are you a high-achieving high school junior and student leader?
• Are you interested in attending a highly-rated, college empowerment summer program that will prepare you to successfully apply to your dream universities next year?
• Are you eager to learn more about scholarships and financial aid, and how to make college affordable for you and your family?
• Are you looking forward to networking with high-achieving peers from throughout the country, supportive mentors, and admission professionals from top universities?

If so, the Young Leaders Summit (YLS) is for you!

YLS is a free summer program that prepares high-achieving high school juniors to successfully apply to their dream colleges and universities, and gain access to financial aid.

You were identified as a competitive applicant for this highly-selective summer program, because of your strong academic performance and your College Board profile. 

The 2023 YLS program will be hosted at the University of Southern California (USC)

It is entirely FREE for students to apply and participate in YLS:

• YLS pays for your roundtrip airfare transportation, from your city to Los Angeles, CA
• YLS and USC provide you with free on-campus housing: 5 days, within the YLS dorm
• YLS and USC provide all meals on-campus and program materials
• YLS Staff picks up all YLS students at LAX airport and provides free roundtrip transportation to USC

The deadline to apply is Friday, April 7, 2023, 5:00 PM PT. 

Don't miss this life-changing opportunity, apply today! If you are admitted to the program, YLS Staff will be calling your parents/guardians to provide more information and answer all questions, prior to confirming your participation.

For more information regarding dates and eligibility, please review our YLS page or read below.

 Apply How to Apply:

• Create a myYLC Profile as a “Student”
• Complete “YLS 2023 Student Application” on your Dashboard

2023 Summer Legal Academy

The Summer Legal Academy (SLA) is a two-week educational readiness program for high school students aspiring to become attorneys. Students will learn the process of applying to law school, what to expect as a law student, the different areas of law, and hear directly from various attorneys. This program will provide students who are interested in a future career in the legal field with pivotal resources and tools for their journey.

The SLA program is a paid summer opportunity for high school students. Students can expect a classroom style program, including lectures and guest speakers. The SLA takes place at the Office of the Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee, located at 1019 Congress, Houston, Texas 77002.

Applications for the 2023 SLA program will open on January 30, 2023 and close on March 24, 2023.

Eligibility

The SLA is open to students in high schools in Harris County who are entering grades 10 through 12. Priority will be given to first-generation college students, students from a low-income background, and/or members of groups underrepresented in the legal profession.

Application Process

Students will be expected to submit a recommendation letter; a writing sample, which may be a class assignment in which a grade B or better was received; a personal statement; and a short essay response of at least 250 words. Prompts to upload the personal statement and short essays will be posted with the live application on January 30.

SLA Curriculum

Students can expect to participate in mock law-school lectures taught by law professors, read case studies, practice LSAT logic games, and sit in on panel discussions. Students will gain firsthand accounts about the rigorous nature of law school, best practices to succeeding in law school, and the various pathways to law school.

You can access more information and the application on the Harris County website.

Houston Arboretum Summer Opportunities

This summer the Houston Arboretum will be hosting two teen summer programs: Teen Trail Team & Nature Rangers. All activities are eligible for approved community service hours to our non-profit nature sanctuary. Teen Volunteers 13+ are invited to apply to participate in the Arboretum’s Teen Trail Team 2023 program! 

Teen Trail Team

Interested in working closely with Conservationists to maintain our 5 miles of nature trails? Want to learn how to manage native habitats? Maybe you would just like to learn more about Houston’s native ecology. Around 10 teens will be chosen to participate in the 2023 Team season. All participants will be assisting us in our conservation efforts this summer with hands-on, outdoor projects all while accumulating up to 27 hours of community service.

Projects include trail work, enhancing habitats for native animals, removing invasive species, and more. This is a good workout and way to stay active all summer long while doing good for Houston’s wild habitats. Protective equipment, tools, and instruction will be provided by Arboretum Staff.

This will be a 9-week session that takes place on Tuesday mornings from 9 am – Noon beginning Tuesday, June 6 and with the final project day on Tuesday, August 8. (There will be no Teen Trail Team Tuesday, July 4.)

Teen Trail Team applications will close at Noon on Friday, March 24 and the selected Teens will be notified Friday, March 31!

Nature Rangers – Arboretum Summer Camp Helpers

Houston Arboretum is looking for a team of Teen Volunteers to join as Nature Rangers in our education efforts at the Arboretum’s Summer Camp! Experience what goes into running nature and science classes, learn classroom management skills, and interact with children of all ages. Volunteers should be interested in working with children and families.

Naturalist staff will lead the way as students participate in daily themed experiments, nature encounters, hikes, games, and more! Volunteers require a minimum pledge of 2 camp weeks for this program and must attend an interview and orientation. You will be able to signup for both via an RSVP form after you apply.

Camp runs for 10 weeks from June 5 to August 11; 8:30 to 3:30 pm M-F

               Volunteers must sign up for whole weeks (5 days) at a time.

Interview Dates

Sunday, April 2

Saturday, April 29

Saturday, May 6

Orientation Dates

Thursday, May 11

Saturday, May 13

Saturday, May 20

Nature Ranger applications open Friday, February 17. The application deadline has been extended and will now close at Noon on Friday, April 7.

Visit the Houston Arboretum website for more information and the application link for both of these programs.

UH TC Energy Summer Scholars Academy

The TC Energy Summer Scholars Academy offers an intensive 9-week program that is designed for students who have an outstanding high school academic record and are interested in majors in the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics (NSM) or the Cullen College of Engineering. Summer scholars can earn credit for Calculus 1 (MATH 2413), receive a preview of Fundamentals of Chemistry, and College Success (CORE 1100) content. Upon successful completion of the program, students will be evaluated for admittance into their first-choice major in NSM or Engineering if they didn’t meet automatic admission requirements.

Dates & Times

June 5–August 4, 2023

Monday–Friday

9 am–3 pm (4 pm on Thursdays)

Student Eligibility

• Be a graduating high school senior and plan to attend UH in the fall
• Select a major in the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics or the Cullen College of Engineering as a first-choice major
• Received credit or currently taking pre-calculus in high school

Cost

Free to participate.

What to Expect

• A rigorous, fast-paced environment that is structured to give participants support to successfully complete Calculus 1 (MATH 2431) and transition into college
• Daily homework
• Learn and strengthen critical thinking and master self-management
• Network with faculty, staff and administrators
• Connect with other first-year STEM students at UH
• Earn up to $2,000 in scholarships

The Frequently Asked Questions page offers answers to common questions about the program.

How to Apply

1. Attend a Summer Scholars Information Session.
2. Complete the online TC Energy Summer Scholars Academy application. You can view a PDF version of the application. Only online submissions will be considered.

Space for this program is very limited and priority consideration will be given to students who attend an information session and apply by April 14. Notification of application status will be sent by May 5.

Information Sessions

Information sessions are an opportunity for students and their parents/guardians to get additional information about the program and ask questions. Applicants must attend a session for their application to be reviewed. Join us at one of the sessions listed below:

• Wednesday, February 22 - Online - 6:30–7:30 pm
• Monday, March 6 - Online - 6:30–7:30 pm
• Thursday, March 23 - Online - 6:30–7:30 pm
• Saturday, April 1 - In Person - 11 am–12 pm
• Tuesday, April 4 - Online - 6:30–7:30 pm
• Wednesday, April 12 - Online - 6:30–7:30 pm

Information Session Locations

Online Sessions

Held via Zoom

In-Person Sessions

University of Houston

Student Center - Space City Room

4455 University Drive

Houston, TX 77204

RSVP for info session.

Important Dates

• Wednesday, February 1 - Application and Information Session RSVP Open
• Wednesday, April 12 - Last Information Session
• Friday, April 14 - Application Deadline
• Saturday, April 15 - Housing Scholarship Interviews
• Thursday, May 11 - 6:30–7:30 pm - 2023 Virtual Welcome Event
• Monday, June 5 - First Day of Class
• Friday, August 4 - Final Exam and Awards Ceremony
• Wednesday, August 9 - Fall Semester Advising

Questions?

Please contact Ashley Askew at aaskew@uh.edu or 713-743-7063 with any questions.