Summer Programs 2026

Program Information

USC Pre-College Program

Interested in spending your summer at USC? Get helpful tips about the application process and what to expect at USC Summer Programs in our two upcoming events. (Hint: you can sign up for both, if you want!)

Information Session

Join us for an information session and learn more about USC Summer Programs, including a sample schedule of activities.

Date: Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026

Time: 4–5 p.m. PST

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Application Q&A Session

Representatives from our office will answer your application-related questions live in these drop-in office hours.

Date: Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026

Time: 4–5 p.m. PST

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SMUD Internship Program

Empower your future with a Summer High School Internship

High school interns have a unique opportunity to get an inside look into professions that could inspire career choices over a 6-week paid summer internship program. Students can explore fields including information technology, engineering, customer service, administrative support, vehicle mechanics, accounting, human resources, marketing and many others.

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Minimum Requirements:

Be 16 years of age or older by June 2, 2025
Be a current Junior or Senior in high school.
Have a 2.5 GPA or better
Attend mandatory (unpaid) program orientation Thursday, May 15 (5:30-6:30pm)
Have no relatives working at SMUD
Attend mandatory (unpaid) work readiness workshops and video interviews June 4 and June 5 (4 - 8pm)
Attend mandatory (paid) 3 day internship preparation workshops June 16, June 17, and June 18 (8am - 4pm)
Be able to work 36 hours per week from Monday, June 24 - Friday, August 1

Contact: Benjamin Murti sacramentoworksfor.youth@seta.net

Future of Medicine SSVMS

Sierra Sacramento Valley Medical Society Future of Medicine 2026 Program

Interested in Medicine?

Apply to the Future of Medicine Program! The Sierra Sacramento Valley Medical Society offers incoming high school juniors and seniors a chance to hear from medical professionals and look behind the scenes at medical facilities.

Summer Program Application and information can be found here

The 16-hour White Coat Week program lets students shadow a medical professional during their spring break. White Coat Week gives students a snapshot of the healthcare field.

The 56-hour in-person summer program lets students learn about different healthcare career paths while shadowing real medical professionals. Students in the in-person summer program will also obtain their two-year CPR certification.

Students taking the 16-hour virtual only program will hear presentations directly from those in the field. Learn about becoming a doctor, nurse, dentist, medical assistant, mental heath professional, pharmacist, and more. These two-hour Zoom meetings help students decide if medicine is for them.

Future of Medicine is free of charge and open for any student in the Sacramento region. Slots are limited and the application process is competitive. Application requirements include a letter of reference from a teacher, school transcript, and short essay. Students attending Title I schools will have special consideration. For more information, contact Sam Mello at SMello@ssvms.org.

Application Requirements:

Be an enrolled student in Sacramento, El Dorado, Yolo, and Placer counties.
Have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
Provide a high school or college transcript.
Provide one letter of recommendation from a teacher.
Write a brief, 400-600 word essay, OR submit a 1-minute video describing how this program will help you pursue your career goals.
Guiding prompts for your essay or video:
What life experiences have led to consider a career in medicine?
Who were your role models? How have they influenced your goals and aspirations?
Are there particular areas of medicine or specialties that interest you?
What qualities do you think make a good healthcare provider? How would you offer the best care to your patients?
Give an example of a time when you had to think outside the box to solve a problem.
How have you effectively worked with a team to achieve an objective?
What are your goals for the next five years? If you think medicine is your path, how do you plan to achieve it?

*A panel of physicians will review applications and make recommendations for admittance. Students will be notified within three weeks of application deadline if they are accepted.

If accepted, students are required to have medical clearance to enter hospitals and clinics, including up to date vaccinations

If accepted to the program, provide immunization records that include updated MMR, Varicella, and Tdap vaccines.
If accepted to the program, submit to a TB screening test (may require more than one test).
Students will be asked to contact their doctor immediately to obtain required tests and records. Students missing certain vaccines will be required to get them prior to starting the program. Requirements subject to change per hospital and health system policies.
Students over 18 will require a background check.

Civics and Activism Remote Internship

TurnUp, a 501(c)(3) non-partisan non-profit organization dedicated to increasing youth civic education, empowerment, and engagement. We were featured in Forbes as the standout non-profit organization.

We would like to invite students at Rio Americano High School to apply to our free Civics and Activism Remote Internship. We have been working with high school students year round since 2019 and we are excited to bring this invitation to students at Rio Americano High School. Here is the application link.

The internship's format is tailored to accommodate the ever fluctuating commitments and responsibilities of students. Our program is fully remote, offers rolling admission and has a flexible time frame and schedule. Students will have the opportunity to grow into more capable and responsible citizens and to develop their professional skills. Students join remote teams that are energized by students from around the country who work on amplifying youth civic engagement. Along with our unique curriculum, peer to peer learning and expert speakers deepen their experience.

The program is free and the hours students commit can count as community service hours. Interns who complete the program receive certificates and TurnUp is authorized to give awards, including The President’s Volunteer Service Award. The internship has also been invaluable for dedicated interns to extend the impact of their learning and growth into earning college letters of recommendation and for bolstering their resumes.

The application link is here at bit.ly/tuinternship and the deadline for applications is rolling.

Here are a few links to learn more about our program and to a flyer to share with your students: a flyer, a detailed description of our program, and our website.

San Juan Summer School Mentoring Internship

As a Student Mentor, you will work closely with our summer school students to inspire learning, foster innovation, and help create a brighter tomorrow. We are currently hiring high school students (current Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors) who are eager to commit to a 3-4 week program supporting younger students.

In this role, you will:

Collaborate with summer school teachers to prepare science projects.
Engage in literacy games and activities.
Build meaningful mentor-mentee relationships across the district.

Please note: Filling out an application does not guarantee selection.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Here is the link to the application:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdX3kUnSVt6phREq9qnPoM-1SEi6YWOjPz6vbbaK3DB9VKaAg/viewform?usp=dialog

Summer Leaders Experience (SLE) at the U.S. Military Academy

The United States Military Academy at West Point is excited to offer your rising seniors (current juniors) the Summer Leaders Experience (SLE)—a rigorous five-day, overnight immersion led entirely by current West Point cadets.

SLE offers an authentic look at cadet life and challenges students academically, militarily, physically, and socially. Participants will experience:

Hands-on academic workshops: Choose from 17 sessions taught by West Point faculty.
Physical and military training: Army PT workouts, obstacle courses (indoor and outdoor), the Candidate Fitness Assessment (CFA), and more.
Leadership and character development: Team-building exercises, the Leader Reaction Course, ethics discussions, and cadet-led activities.

Check out the SLE 2025 VIDEO to learn more about the experience.

Students can choose between three SLE sessions:

Session 1: May 30 – June 3
Session 2: June 5 – June 9
Session 3: June 11 – June 15

Applications for SLE open on February 15, and selections will be made on a rolling basis starting March 15. When high school students submit this application, it also completes the first part of the West Point application process. Ideal candidates will demonstrate academic excellence, leadership within their community, and a readiness to take on physical challenges.

West Point provides scholarships to cover the $495 SLE fee and travel expenses for students with documented financial need.

Learn more here: West Point Summer Leaders Experience

Apply to SLE: SLE Application

Please share this opportunity widely with rising seniors and their families—early applications are strongly encouraged. Thank you for helping connect exceptional young leaders with this transformative experience.

Go Army!

MOSAC Camp Curiosity Volunteers

MOSAC is looking for summer camp volunteers!

Volunteer Responsibilities

· Help camp staff lead activities, lessons, and crafts; assist with daily setup and cleanup

· Create a positive, welcoming environment for K-8th grade campers

· Model appropriate behavior, social skills, and enthusiasm for STEAM topics

Volunteer Requirements

· Commit to 3-5 full camp weeks (Mon-Fri, 8AM-5PM)

· Must be 15-19 years old as of Junel,2026

· Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions

· Communicate in a clear and professional manner

MOSAC Camp Volunteer Application - Summer 2026

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