Summer internships, summer camps, and volunteer opportunities

Summer Camps & Programs

STEM Bridge Program – Dates: June 29-July 15. Highline is excited to continue our summer STEM Bridge program, a free program for students interested in exploring STEM careers and getting extra support in transitioning to college. The program is designed to reach students who may be hesitant about STEM or may not have received much support for pursuing a STEM career. Our goal is to provide a sense of community to students, support them in gaining STEM success skills through hands-on activities and get them excited about STEM through career connections. The bridge program is based on our STEM 101 curriculum and so students who successfully complete it will also get college credit. Deadline to apply is April 10.

Seattle Children’s Nurse Camp– During this five-day camp, students will gain insight into the world of pediatric nursing by participating in clinical observation sessions. In these sessions, students will shadow nurses in a clinical environment and observe as they provide patient care and interact with patients and families. Camp dates: July 13-17, 2026. You can visit our website for more information including how to apply, eligibility requirements, and camp schedule. Please reach out to nursecamp@seattlechildrens.org with any questions. 

Seattle Children’s Mental & Behavioral Health Camp – During this five-day camp, students will explore careers within the mental & behavioral health field. By participating in hands-on skills and observing the day-to-day workflow of professionals, students will gain insight into various roles within pediatric mental health. Camp dates: July 27-31, 2026. You can visit our website for more information including how to apply, eligibility requirements, and camp schedule. Please reach out to MBHCamp@seattlechildrens.org with any questions.

Seattle Children’s Scrubs & Scopes Camp – During this five-day camp, students will explore various allied health careers by job shadowing medical assistants, pharmacists, laboratory scientists and technicians/technologists in Pharmacy, Radiology, Surgery, Sterile Processing and Anesthesia in a clinical environment, observing as they provide patient care. Camp dates: Aug. 10-14, 2026. You can visit our website for more information including how to apply, eligibility requirements, and camp schedule. Please reach out to sscamp@seattlechildrens.org with any questions.

Global Citizen Summer Language Program – Do you know a current 8-12 grade student that would like to learn Arabic or Korean this summer? Dates: July 6-July 31 (Mon-Fri, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.). Location: Summit Sierra School, Seattle. Cost: $25 (Includes 20 days of classes, workshops, field trips, and daily catered lunch!) Sign up before May 31st to lock in your spot!

Puget Sound Skills Center 2026 Summer Session – PSSC summer school applications are now open for current 8th–11th grade students. The program will run from June 29 through July 17, with no school on July 3. Daily hours are 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please note that students may not miss more than one day in order to receive credit. Applications will close on May 15. For questions, please email Trish McGuire at trish.mcguire@highlineschools.org.

Students Exploring Pharmacy (STEP) Summer Program – hosted by University of Washington School of Pharmacy. A 4‑day, in‑person program for students in grades 9–12 who are interested in pharmacy, healthcare, or STEM careers. The program introduces students to pharmacy practice through hands‑on learning, small group activities, and direct interaction with UW faculty, current pharmacy students, and pharmacists from a range of professional settings. Dates: July 13-16. Application window: March 20-April 30. Program fee: $200 covers all activities, materials, and lunch.

Internships

Washington Neurodiversity Project – a private foundation based in Seattle, is looking for autistic and ADD/ADHD youth aged 18 to 21 who are interested in a supported 4-week paid internship at South Seattle College library in West Seattle. Please contact Executive Director, Laurie Ackles at laurie@waneurodiversityproject.org for more information about eligibility.

Pre-College Programs

It is not too late for your students to apply for our Pre-College Programs. As a reminder our priority application deadline is (for non arts programs) April 25, 2026. The application will remain open until all spots are full. Students can start their free application today.

Albers Summer Business Institute: Business Fundamentals
Dates: July 19-25, 2026
Credits: 2 college credits
Program Fee: $1,500 (financial aid available) 
Deposit: $50 non-refundable (if admitted into the program) 

AI4Equity: Criminal Justice and Artificial Intelligence 
Dates: July 12-17, 2026
Credits: 3 college credits 
Program Fee: $1,500 (financial aid available) 
Deposit: $50 non-refundable (if admitted into the program) 

Urban Sustainability: Environmental Studies and Justice
Dates: July 26-31, 2026
Program Fee: $1,500 (financial aid available) 
Deposit: $50 non-refundable (if admitted into the program)