Cooper Next Scholars
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Cooper Next Scholars is a career exploration and professional development internship program for 10th and 11th grade, low- or middle-income students attending a public school in New York City. Participants will participate in communication, leadership college and career readiness workshops, and gain exposure to a variety of STEM careers.
Benefits
- Improve communication and leadership skills.
- Exposure to a variety of STEM careers.
- Develop a peer and professional STEM Network.
- $800 Stipend when completing the program.
Commitment
- Participate in a Six Week Summer STEM Class
- Participate in communication and career workshops on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5 pm during Summer STEM
Requirements
- Live in New York City and attend a public high school in New York City
- A 10th or 11th grade student in June 2023
- Enrolled in a Six Week Summer STEM class.
- Motivated with a demonstrated interest in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), including experience in an out-of-school STEM program in middle or high school