<p>I'm a junior and i'm wondering how I should spend my summer. I'd really like to go somewhere where my mind is challenged and I can grow. This would be for any university/college pre-college programs, and for internships, i'd like to go to one that doesn't deal with science or math. I'd like something on the lines of international relations, english, writing, etc. Do you guys have any suggestions? Also, have any one of you been accepted to the summer program for the UN? Thanks so much. </p>
<p>PS: Please write the name of the program/internship and why you liked it so much. What did it do for you?</p>
<p>JJ, actually, the deadline passed this month. The internship is competitive because you're competing for slots with graduate and undergrad students. But I tried for the heck of it anyways...You get to apply to different departments you want to help out in (list your choices in order). If one of the departments show interest in you, they call you and ask you for an interview. I hope I make it!! But you can still apply next year, etc, etc because they offer internships through college too. Good luck!</p>
<p>Yes, it was, but the thing is, I will be a senior for next year. That technically means I am a senior in mind that the coming fall, i'll be a senior. If you were a senior now, you'd have to be a graduate/college student when you take the internship.</p>
<p>My daughter, a ninth grader, received information for two summer programs: National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC) and Lead-America Youth Leadership Conference (Congressional Student Leadership Conference - CSLC). Can anyone tell me which one is better: NSLC or CSLC? She is interested in Medicine and Health program, which provides in both of these conferences. And would you recommend her to go to these conferences?</p>
<p>from what I've heard about nslc and cslc, they are definitely a fun learning experience, but keep in mind that they're expensive and don't benefit college applications if that's what you're looking for</p>
<p>Yeah, those programs aren't very exclusive. Colleges see those who can go as privileged, not necessarily "intelligent" because their requirements are only a what? 3.5 gpa? So, rethink going to those programs. Try applying to some of MIT's programs, if math and science are your forte.</p>
<p>It's a tiny bit late to be looking, but here's what I suggest.</p>
<p>I honestly think there's more value in doing something you craft yourself. For example, last summer I went to trade school for jewelry and became a professional jeweler, and worked at the New York City library system. I think colleges will see the self-initiative in that more than in going to a summer school program that mommy and daddy pay for. If you're looking for an internship, check Craig's List in your city. I got a lot of leads there.</p>
<p>Summer jobs are hard to find, but if you get one on your own, it's major brownie points with everyone in your life. Plus, I found it to be a really rewarding experience. I hope you find something rock-tastic!</p>
<p>Ya Ya, Thanks for the website! I'll go check it out and see if something catches my eye. As for iriseyes, thank you also! I hope I do find something that's worthwhile like former programs I did over the summer! Thanks so much....is there anyone else who wants to comment?</p>