Opportunities for Teens
Our programs offer a captivating opportunity for teens to do science with real experts and a fascinating glimpse into the college experience and a career as a scientist!
![Two students are holding up a model bridge that they have designed and built.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/lawrencehallofscience.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Designing-Bridges-600x450.png)
Summer Teen Research Programs
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Calling all aspiring scientists! Explore a career in science and conduct research in one of our fascinating Teen Research Programs this summer. Our programs offer a captivating opportunity to do science with real experts as well as a glimpse into the college experience and a career as a scientist. All participating teens will receive a certificate of completion from UC Berkeley. Teen Research Programs are in session in June and July 2024.
BAIR Lab High School Summer Program
Applications now closed.
Are you interested in the inner workings of Artificial Intelligence? In this free program, students entering grades 10–12 will explore cutting-edge AI technologies, concepts, and ethics as they learn about ongoing artificial intelligence research from Berkeley scientists and experts. This free program is available by application only.
Teen Internship Program
Application now closed for 2024. Check back for next year!
Are you passionate about science? Do you enjoy working with youth? For over 50 years, The Lawrence Hall of Science has been providing fun and engaging science experiences for young people. Now you, too, can be part of the magic of science learning while enriching your teaching skills. In this Teen Internship Program, you will inspire young learners with curiosity, excitement, and passion for science. Together, you and an adult staff will mentor youth on a journey of exploration, investigation, discovery, and invention in multiple modalities and through interdisciplinary learning.
Teen Volunteers
Applications now closed for 2024. Check back for next year!
Interested in volunteering? Join our talented team of teen volunteers! Become an integral part of what we do and help facilitate science learning in the museum. Volunteers will meet new people and develop important job skills. At The Lawrence, volunteers enjoy the benefits of experiencing a work-related environment with professional staff, UC Berkeley college students, and teens from all around the Bay Area.
East Bay Academy for Young Scientists (EBAYS)
Applications have closed. Check back next year!
Environmental contamination is a widespread problem in the Bay Area. EBAYS works with teens and young adults to help identify locations where there are contaminants in air, soil, and water. All participants complete a final, environmental justice-focused project. EBAYS programs include:
- collecting, analyzing, interpreting community science research data
- public presentation of research findings
- hands-on learning about environmental justice
- performing field work
- developing leadership skills
Oakland teens encouraged to apply! Check our website for current and upcoming opportunities, including paid internships. Please consider filling out our interest form to be notified of future programs!
![Two students are working on a science activity during the Body Systems and Biomedical Innovations program.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/lawrencehallofscience.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Body-Systems.jpg)
Financial Aid
The Lawrence is dedicated to providing access to youth of all backgrounds and offers financial aid to families who otherwise lack the resources to participate.