Stay connected with the latest stories, updates, and highlights from our mentorship and summer experience programs—where high school students explore new paths, gain real-world insights, and build bright futures.
August 19, 2026
Internships are how many young people open the door to a future career. They’re a chance to test out a field, build a professional network, develop new skills,...
August 18, 2026
When Walter Flores first met Nancy Hsiung in 2013, he was a sophomore at Roxbury Community College, looking for a summer internship in biological science. Nancy...
August 13, 2026
This summer, Summer Searchers traded the familiar for the unknown, and discovered new places, communities, and things about themselves along the way.
August 12, 2026
Exploring how relationships, community, and the outdoors can open new possibilities for young people.
August 5, 2026
When Johnathan F. left New York City for his Summer Search wilderness experience in Yellowstone National Park with Teton Science School, he wasn’t sure what to...
July 28, 2026
Right now, our first cohorts of Summer Searchers are returning from their summer experiences – bubbling with stories and eager to share photos. For Yeiris Mercedes...
July 21, 2026
A 2007 graduate from the Bronx, Joseph’s experience was shaped by the mentorship relationships he formed, the opportunity for global exploration, and a community that pushed...
July 14, 2026
For Karishama Vahora, seeing herself reflected in the people around her and finding a community that truly understood her experience has made all the difference. A member...
July 9, 2026
Shakya’s Summer Search journey took her far beyond what she imagined when she signed up: across the country, across the world, and deep within herself. For...
July 7, 2026
For Bay Area Summer Searcher Jasmin Rivas, the first year of college has been full of growth and affirmation that college is a place where she...
July 2, 2026
A year ago, Summer Search launched a new structure for a centralized Career Team in order to expand career readiness support and create more consistent opportunities for participants across the...
June 22, 2026
Summer Search is thrilled to announce that Jean Lee has been named the new National Board Chair. She succeeds outgoing Chair Teke Kelley after six years...
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