Boston Area Student Extracurricular Activities
Boston’s students, both local and online, engage in diverse extracurriculars, ranging from robotics clubs and volunteering to virtual art and coding websites.
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Educational Advocates
Our objective is to guide the family in finding options where the student will not only get admitted, but thrive and find success once on campus.
RISD Pre-College
An immersive online experience for those interested in pursuing art & design in college & want to learn how to develop their work.
U.S. Senate Page Program
This program offers high school juniors & seniors the chance to work on Capitol Hill, gaining firsthand experience.
Tufts Pre-College: Politics
Tufts University offers online courses in politics through its professional & continuing education programs.
Rice University Pre-College: Global Affairs
In this course, you’ll learn to think critically about the differences between democracies, semi-democracies, & authoritarian regimes.
Pathways Internship Program
This program offers paid internships with the U.S. Department of State, providing students with career-building experience.
Pasquines - Internships
We are looking for virtual (unpaid) interns, who will help us with a variety of positions.
Tinkercad - 3D Design
Tinkercad is a free, web-based tool for 3D design, electronics, and coding, ideal for beginners and educators.
The American Institute of Architecture Students
Explore architecture programs, resources, & career paths with AIAS's Study Architecture platform.
Skillshare: Architecture Classes
Skillshare offers online architecture classes on design, 3D modeling, & more, for all skill levels.
SCAD Pre-College Programs: Joint Enrollment
SCAD offers pre-college art & design programs, preparing talented students for creative, professional careers.
MIT OpenCoursewWare: Introduction to Architecture & Environmental Design
The design of architecture as well as urbanism & landscape are examined in context of the larger influence of the arts & sciences.
HarvardX: The Architectural Imagination
Learn fundamental principles of architecture by studying some of history’s most important buildings.
Future Learn: Introduction to Freehand Drawing for Architecture, Interiors, and Design
A student-run nonprofit that promotes excellence in architecture through education, resources, collaboration.
Berkley Extension: Art and Design
Ensure Berkeley is on your résumé by taking one course or completing a certificate to help you start, advance, or change a career.
ArchitectureCourses.org
On this six-week course, you’ll improve your sketching skills & learn from our experts to help you prepare for a career in 3D design.
Outschool: Government & Civics Classes
We offer courses about government, civics, & how democracy works, encouraging active & informed participation in society.
Georgetown University Pre-College: Online Law & Government Programs
If you're intrigued by law, U.S. Politics & government & would like to explore these subjects before college, this course is for you.
Foreign Policy Research Institute - Internships
Our internships give students valuable foreign relations experience, mentorship, seminars, & the chance to publish research.
The Pathway Initiative Internship Program
Our program offers STEM tutoring, mentoring, and financial support to prepare students for clinical roles in underserved communities.
Student Government Day
An informative program about state government that includes students participating in the role of elected or appointed officials.
Sasaki Foundation - Designing Environmental and Social Impact
A paid semester-long internship where high school students use design thinking to address local environmental and social issues.
Mass Clean Air and Energy Center - Technical Trades Work and Learning Program
A program that offers vocational students paid, hands-on experience in the clean energy sector year-round.
The Real School of Music - in Burlington & Andover, MA
An internship that offers paid opportunities for youth ages 16+ to gain hands-on experience in a creative, music-driven environment.
futureBOS
futureBOS connects high school students with job opportunities to help them find the right fit.
North End Music and Performing Arts Center
NEMPAC’s Teen Interns mentor younger students in arts programs, helping to develop essential leadership and interpersonal skills.
Early Design Education - Equity in Design Mentorship - in Boston & Cambridge, MA
An academic and professional mentorship program for diverse Boston area high school students who are interested in design.
AES
Promote cultural integration through linguistic and cultural understanding to improve access to healthcare, legal aid, and employment.
Boston Private Institute Council - in Jamaica Plain & Boston, MA
The PIC helps high school youth find jobs, including private sector internships and community-based employment opportunities.
The Education Cooperative - Internship Certificate Program - in East Walpole, MA
The TEC Internship Certificate Program offers hands-on career exploration for junior and senior high school students.
Commonwealth Corporation - Youth Works
YouthWorks is a state-funded program that helps teens and young adults build skills and gain experience for lasting employment.
MIT Leadership Training Institute - in Cambridge, MA
Free, high-quality leadership training to Boston-area students, pairing them with mentors, diverse peers, and a proven curriculum.
Tufts University Pre-College: Hydrology of the Built Environment
Ambitious high school students have the opportunity to learn from renowned faculty and experience.
Boston Society of Landscape Architects - Studios and Events
If you want to connect, learn, or grow, there are things here for you.
BAC - Pre-College CityLab Experience
The Boston Architectural College’s Pre-College CityLab Intensive Experience is a 4-day program designed for students to explore.
YouthBuild Boston - The Designery - in Roxbury, MA
This 6-9 month academic and construction trades program is for young people aged 17-24 who do not have a high school diploma.
Aspire at MGH
Aspire helps adults 18+ on the spectrum build self-awareness, stress management, and social skills for overall success.
Greater Massachusetts Special Needs Events
Events for families with special needs in Greater Massachusetts, including conferences, workshops, speaker events, and other programs.
Jewish Community Center Adaptive Swim Lessons and Other Opportunities
JCC Greater Boston fosters belonging with inclusive programs. Accessible classes, performances, & events bring together our community.
The Common Room: offering a social space and events/excursions for high cognitive neurodiverse young adults
The Common Room connects young adults with high-cognitive autism to communities that enrich their lives & build relationships.
Boston Peers
We provide evidence-based social skills training with weekly sessions, role-play, coaching, and socialization homework.
U.S. Senate Youth Scholarship Program
A scholarship for students currently enrolled as a high school junior or senior in a Massachusetts public, charter, or private school.
Tufts Pre-College - Government - in Medford, MA
Browse our catalog of pre-college government courses available to high school students.
Mayor's Youth Council
The Mayor's Youth Council empowers youth to engage civically, shape city policies, and ensure their voices influence local decisions.
The Neurodiversity Alliance (ND Alliance)
A national network of student-led neurodiversity clubs fostering community, leadership, and awareness for different learning styles.
e-Buddies by Best Buddies International
Safe online friendships between people with and without disabilities, promoting inclusion and building technology and social skills.
Connections Academy
An online public school offering flexible learning environments that can be tailored to meet the needs of neurodivergent students.
Absolute Internship
Gain global work experience through our international internship programs across various industries & cities worldwide.
Virtual Internships
We offer remote global internship opportunities across various industries, helping you gain professional experience from anywhere.
United Planet
Explore United Planet’s virtual internships & volunteer opportunities, offering global experiences that help you make an impact.
TurnUp
Join our innovative platform that connects students with personalized career opportunities, networking, & internship experiences.
StandOut Connect - Internships
We help high school students make an impact by recruiting for top internships in fields like finance, medicine, law, & tech.
Standout Connect
Students will interview with top companies from accelerator programs like Y Combinator & prestigious university ecosystems.
Ladder Internships
Ladder Internships' mission is to help the most talented high school interns work with the world’s most ambitious start-ups.
InternWorks
Get a customized internship that matches your interests & skills, gaining real-world experience & professional development.
Forage
Explore careers & prepare for the job with hundreds of free job simulations designed by the world's top employers.
Electric Literature
We introduce undergraduate & graduate students, emerging writers, & aspiring publishing professionals to literary digital publishing.
Building-U
Discover internship opportunities for students across various fields with Building-U, helping you gain real-world experience.
William & Mary Pre-College: Constitutional Law
Explore how lawyers & judges interpret the U.S. Constitution, examine key legal debates, & hear from top law professors.
Autism Speaks Online Workshops & Webinars
Explore online workshops & webinars hosted by Autism Speaks, providing community support & raising awareness about autism.
Autism Society Online Art & Creative Expression Programs
Discover the Autism Society, offering support, advocacy, & resources to improve the lives of individuals with autism & their families.
University of Notre Dame Pre-College: Law
Learn to analyze legal issues using IRAC, explore international law, navigate sports law, & examine how to protect brands & ideas.
AANE Online Social Skills & Support Groups
Explore our online resources, providing support & community for individuals on the autism spectrum & their families.
