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All Schools
Pay-What-You-Can Fall Creative Writing Workshops at Uptown Stories
Registration Deadline: Registration open up to each workshop start date
Events: September - December
Contact: Dorkys Ramos | dorkys@uptownstories.org | (929) 277-8679
Come write the world with US! world with US! No matter which class you choose, you’ll become a better writer and communicator, and you’ll hold your head a little higher knowing you’re a published author. This is your space, where your voice will be heard, and you’ll be surrounded by supportive teachers and peers. If you haven’t experienced an Uptown Stories workshop yet, this is the perfect time to give it a try. This fall, workshops include Spoken Word, Poetry Outside, The Elements of Fiction, Snobby Poetry, and Historical Fiction! Workshops are Pay-What-You-Can for every family – no exceptions, no proof of income needed. Don’t wait, classes fill up fast! Uptown Stories is located at 178 Bennett Ave, New York, NY 10040. Register today at: https://www.uptownstories.org/workshops.
American Museum of Natural History Discoverer Membership
Event/Deadline: Ongoing
Contact: membership@members.amnh.org | 212-769-5606
Beneficiaries of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in New York State are now eligible to receive a complimentary membership to the American Museum of Natural History. Called the Discoverer Membership, benefits include free general Museum admission plus one free ticketed exhibition—including the Davis Family Butterfly Vivarium, the Invisible Worlds immersive experience, and the Hayden Planetarium Space Show, among others—on every visit for each New York SNAP EBT cardholder and up to four of their guests. Learn more here. And remember, the American Museum of Natural History offers pay-what-you-wish General Admission to all New York State residents (with ID). Plan your visit today!
Elementary School
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Middle School
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Middle and High School
Commissioner for a Day
Deadline: August 22
Event: September 2
Contact: Jaclyn Williams | civicengagement@cityhall.nyc.gov | 212-346-5796
Students in grades 7-12 are invited to apply for NYC's Commissioner for a Day Program, which is a unique opportunity to step into leadership and experience government in action. Selected students will shadow senior leaders across City government including Deputy Mayors, Commissioners, and Unit Heads for a one-day immersive experience. Learn more and apply on the NYC Mayor's Office of Civic Engagement's website by Friday, August 22, 2025 at 11:59PM.
High School
Apply to the NYCPS Office of Energy & Sustainability Youth Leadership Council
Deadline: September 15
Event: October 2025 through June 2026
Contact: Kailyn Fox | kfox8@schools.nyc.gov
Join the movement for climate action – apply for the NYCPS Office of Energy & Sustainability’s Youth Leadership Council! Student members will gain skills to lead climate action in their schools and communities. They’ll build an inclusive network of students across the city, earn community service hours, take sustainability field trips, and plan events including the 2026 Youth Climate Summit. The Youth Leadership Council meets monthly after school from October through June. Students will gain valuable leadership experience while making a difference in our city and schools! Learn more and apply on the Youth Leadership Council application page.
Apply Now for the FREE City Center Artivsm Lab
Deadline: September 15
Event: Ongoing
Contact: Jordan Powell | jpowell@nycitycenter.org | 770-861-1725
Students 16-24 years old are invited to apply to New York City Center’s Artivism Lab. This program celebrates the impact of arts in activism and engages young peoples’ personal agency and creativity as a tool for change. Over the course of eight weeks, participants will find inspiration in the works of both historic and current "artivists" from many disciplines, expand their artistry through individual and collective artmaking, and have dedicated lab time to create under the guidance of seasoned artists. The culmination of their journey will be a presentation of work, a unique opportunity to share their voice and vision with a broader audience. Learn more and apply on the New York City Center website.
BookMatch Teen Internship Program
Deadline: September 22
Contact: Lisa Goldstein | lgoldstein@bklynlibrary.org | 718-230-2434
Apply for Brooklyn Public Library's BookMatch Teen internship! Participating teens attend regular meetings at Central Library to receive training in readers’ advisory and learn about related careers in librarianship, publishing, and writing. They use their training to offer a peer book recommendation service, creating personalized booklists for fellow teens via email and live at events. Participants receive a stipend and resume-boosting experience. Teens in grades 9-12 from any borough in NYC may apply online at https://www.bklynlibrary.org/support/volunteer/bklyn-bookmatch-teen.
Freedom to Read Teen Ambassadors Program
Deadline: September 22
Contact: Emma Eriksson | eeriksson@bklynlibrary.org | 718-230-2463
The Freedom to Read Teen Ambassador program offers teens a space to advocate for intellectual freedom, fight censorship and book bans, and much more. Freedom to Read Teen Ambassadors meet in person every Tuesday from 5:00 - 6:30pm at the Central Library. They also attend once a month virtual Intellectual Freedom Teen Meetups. Teens in grades 9-12 from any borough in NYC may apply online at https://www.bklynlibrary.org/support/volunteer/freedom-read-teen.
Apply for the Real Voices Essay Coaching Award
Deadline: September 30
Event: October 2025 (coaching sessions)
Contact: Ben Urwand | ben@realcollegeessays.com | (310) 861-7562
High school seniors can apply for the Real Voices Essay Coaching Award to receive five hours of free, one-on-one college essay coaching via Zoom with a published author and UC Berkeley–trained educator (a $1,500 value). Coaching covers choosing topics, organizing ideas, and making your writing sound like your best self. This opportunity is open to seniors anywhere in the U.S., with sessions held in October 2025 in advance of November deadlines. No cost to apply. Learn more and apply at https://realcollegeessays.https://realcollegeessays.com/scholarship.
2025-2026 Brooklyn Public Library StoryTeen Internship
Deadline: October 4
Event: November 2025 through June 2026
Contact: Karen Keys, Young Adult Coordinator | storyteen@bklynlibrary.org | 718.230-2798
Applications are being accepted now for StoryTeen, an internship program where 10th, 11th and 12th graders learn about early literacy and early childhood through hands-on work experience, workshops and training. Participants will: complete 20-30 hours of training on child development, literacy, library, and career skills and 70-80 hours of hands-on work experience for a total of 100 hours; support children's librarians conducting storytime; assist with a variety of children’s programs, projects, and events; work on a creative project that connects to the library’s mission and early literacy; and receive a stipend, volunteer service hours and resume-building experience. For more information visit bklynlib.org/storyteen.
Librarians of Tomorrow Internship Program
Deadline: October 4
Event: November 2025 through June 2026
Contact: Rai-Vaughn Watson-Taylor | RWatson-Taylor@bklynlibrary.org | 718-230-2406 ext. 12698
The Librarians of Tomorrow internship connects teens with librarians across Brooklyn Public Library, where they will assist with a diverse array of library programs, events, and initiatives. Participants will also be required to attend training sessions that focus on essential skills related to libraries, college readiness, and career development. We seek committed and enthusiastic individuals who are ready to learn, work, and help others! Receive a stipend, volunteer service hours and resume-building experience! Teens in grades 10-12 from any borough in NYC may apply online at bklynlibrary.org/lot now.
Teen Takeovers Branch Council
Deadline: October 4
Event: October 2025 through June 2026
Contact: Yosenex Orengo | yorengo@bklynlibrary.org | 718-230-2237
Teen Takeovers Branch Council is an internship program where high school students plan, organize, promote, and host after-hours public programs for other teens. Interns learn about event planning, creating a budget, and program promotion. Receive a stipend, volunteer service hours and resume-building experience. Meet teens from across NYC! Must be available to meet weekly October 2025 through June 2026. Applications are available at https://www.bklynlibrary.org/support/volunteer/branch-council.
NYU Stern – EFL Young Ambassadors Program
Deadline: Rolling
Event: Ongoing (October 2025–May 2026)
Contact: Stella Miao, cjm739@nyu.edu | Matt Myers, mdm9816@stern.nyu.edu
Are you a high school student in NYC curious about startups, science, or business? The EFL Young EFL Young Ambassadors Program Program at the NYU Stern School of Business is a free opportunity to join real-world startup conferences, shadow NYU MBA mentors, and learn directly from founders, investors, and scientists. Students selected will attend at least one full EFL meeting day and one virtual prep session. Participants will receive an official letter confirming attendance, which can be used for school excuse purposes. This program is completely free of charge and applications are reviewed on a rolling basis throughout the academic year. Apply here.
Queering New York FREE Video Series Focused on Sites Connected to LGBTQ History
Deadline: Ongoing
Contact: info@nyclgbtsites.org
Learn LGBTQ history through sites in New York City by exploring “Queering New York.” This fun and informative free video series features 20 videos––each under seven minutes––that can be viewed on your computer or smart phone. Each video, focused on sites connected to a person, group, or event, includes such important sites as the James Baldwin Residence, Transy House, Oscar Wilde Memorial Bookshop, Alice Austen & Gertrude Tate Residence, Lorraine Hansberry Residence, and Gay Activists Alliance Firehouse. The videos allow students to explore LGBTQ historic sites on topics related to classroom studies, including humanities and social studies. Teachers can access these FREE tools by visiting https://www.nyclgbtsites.org/educator-tools/.