New York Area Student Extracurricular Activities
New York students, both local and online, engage in diverse extracurriculars, ranging from robotics clubs and volunteering to virtual art and coding websites.
New York Area Local & Online Activities
Select location, age group, and/or topic.
Alliance of Families for Justice - Youth Empowerment Program
The Youth Empowerment Project is an Alliance of Families for Justice educational initiative for training future community leaders.
Center for Justice Innovation - Youth Action Institute
We are a public policy research fellowship that supports young New Yorkers in investigating the policies that affect their lives.
Families Together in New York State - Youth Power - in Albany, NY
Youth Power is a safe space for those looking to organize advocacy, to speak out & amplify their voices for change.
Girls Gender Equity - Youth Centered Programs - in Brooklyn, NY
Holistic youth-centered programs rooted in social justice, activism & advocacy for self and community.
NYCLU - Teen Activist Project
Students drive statewide progress on issues like the school-to-prison pipeline, LGBTQ+ rights, students’ rights, & immigrants’ rights.
Stand Up! Girls - in multiple bouroughs
Our after-school stand-up comedy program is a unique & empowering experience for girls across New York City.
Teens Take Charge
A youth-led organization that empowers New York City public school students to re-imagine an equitable, anti-racist future.
Urban Youth Collaborative
NYC youth-led coalition fighting to end the school-to-prison pipeline & create inclusive, supportive public schools.
YMCA - Teen Programs - multiple branches
At the Y, teens can work on leadership skills, prep for college, play a sport, & give back through programs designed for them.
YouthAction NYC Internship
The YouthAction NYC Internship program is a year-long civic engagement program split into two semesters of work.
ACE Mentor Program
A free after-school mentorship program for high schoolers interested in architecture, engineering, & construction management.
Center for Architecture - Teen Workshops
Workshops for high school students interested in learning about the city’s built environment & developing architectural design skills.
Pratt - Pre-College Program in Architecture
Pre-college courses for high school students to explore creative disciplines & prepare for a degree in art, design, or architecture.
Steinberg Hart
Through design, relationships, & change, we work together to shape environments & create inspiring places.
The Architectural League - NY
Explore architecture events, lectures, & exhibitions hosted by The Architectural League.
The Cooper Union - The Saturday Program
The Saturday Program plays a crucial role in supplementing missing or underfunded arts instruction in NYC schools.
Arts Connections Teen Programs - Teen Reviews and Critics
We offer FREE writing workshops in the visual arts, music, theater, dance, media, multi-arts, & film.
Brooklyn Museum: By Teens, For Teens
Ready to expand your mind & meet fellow art lovers? Check out classes, paid internships, & free events.
Craftsman Ave - Workshops in Brooklyn
Hands-on DIY workshops where you can build, create, & learn new skills in woodworking, metalworking, & more. No experience needed!
Creatively Wild Art Studio - Teen Art Classes in Brooklyn
Our curriculum supports & develops real progress by equipping students with the tools they need to become the artists they want to be.
Infinity Visual and Performing Arts
A creative space where young artists grow through mentorship, collaboration, & hands-on experiences in the visual & performing arts.
Long Island Academy of Fine Art - in Glen Cove, NY
Fine art courses for all levels, taught by professional artists in a supportive studio setting.
New York Art Studio - Teen Art Course
Teen art courses focused on building skills, creativity, & portfolios for aspiring young artists.
NYPL - Teen Art Club
Explore free art classes at NYPL, offering creative workshops for all ages across Manhattan, the Bronx, & Staten Island.
The Art Studio NY - Teen Art Program
In-person teen art classes fostering creativity & skill in a supportive studio environment.
The Barrow Group - 1-Year Teen Ensemble
A professional training program designed to build on the actor’s existing set of skills & take training to the next level.
The Drawing Center
Engaging programs that inspire creativity through exhibitions, workshops, & community events for artists of all levels.
The Met - Teen Programs
Check out classes, workshops, & special events designed especially for teens to develop their skills & connect with art.
Whitney Museum of Art - Youth Insights
NYC teen programs offer high school students a chance to explore, discuss, & create art alongside contemporary artists & educators.
Astronomy For Change - in NY
Astronomy For Change is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to affect positive change through astronomy & science education.
Custer Institute at Observatory - in Southold, NY
We explore astronomy, the arts, sciences, & humanities, & stimulate fellowship amongst our members.
Hofsta University - Stars on Sundays - in Hempstead, NY
Join Hofstra for a free stargazing event! View the Moon, planets, & more through telescopes, plus a sky presentation.
New Paltz - Planetarium Shows - in New Paltz, NY
Enjoy a planetarium show & telescope viewing (weather permitting) on the 1st & 3rd Thursdays. Tickets required for the show.
NYC Park - Astronomy Events in multiple bouroughs
Join NYC Parks for free astronomy events, offering stargazing & educational activities at various locations across the city.
Girls Who Code Clubs
Free after-school programs that teach coding and build community to close the gender gap in tech. Meet regularly during school year.
LI Youth Development - Coding Classes - in East Setauket, NY
A coding club introducing programming basics through hands-on projects in Python, C++, Java, & more, for all skill levels.
NY Historical Society - Tech Scholars
Our programs offer free digital humanities courses for NYC-area high school students to create podcasts, websites, & games.
The Coding Space
Build intellectual confidence and a growth mindset through personalized projects in Scratch and JavaScript.
The Coding Space in NYC, Brooklyn, Long Island
An after-school and summer coding program where kids & teens learn to code while developing critical thinking skills.
theCoderSchool Syosset
Coding classes in Python, Scratch, and JavaScript with private and semi-private coaching, using a mentor-based teaching approach.
Chabad Family Programs
Chabad Family Programs is a welcoming space where your child can explore the joy of Judaism in a positive & nurturing environment.
Columbia University - Freedom and Citizenship
Join us for a free summer seminar on political philosophy & a year-long civic leadership project for high schoolers.
Congregation Rodeph Sholom - Teens
Rodeph Sholom Teens is open to all those seeking informal, engaging & meaningful Jewish experiences.
Guggenheim Museum - Sustainability Series for Teens
Join local high schoolers in our teen program to explore the arts, meet new people, & reimagine new futures together.
ICP - Teen Academy
We invite young people from the greater NYC metro area to join the ICP photography community & develop into visual storytellers.
New Teens Museum - NEWMU Teens
Bringing teens together IRL to connect with contemporary art & each other.
Temple Israel New York - Academy
The core learning of our teen program, the Academy, will focus on the social, emotional, & spiritual development of our participants.
New York State Summer School of the Arts (NYSSSA)
We offer high school students immersive, pre-professional training in various artistic disciplines with top-tier faculty.
Summer Teen Conservatory
Actors will learn to “make the difficult easy, the easy habitual, the habitual beautiful.”
Experimental Theatre Wing – Summer High School Program
ETW offers rigorous actor training across multiple techniques, fostering career success in theater, film, & new media.
NYU Tisch Production and Design Summer Workshop
Hands-on training in set, lighting, costume, & sound design, preparing students for theatre careers.
Stella Adler Summer Shakespeare
Summer Shakespeare is a free five-week intensive where 22 students train in voice, movement, & scene study.
Stella Adler Teen Weekend Workshops
Our workshops range from foundational technique courses to specialized classes for the more experienced actor.
Stonestreet Screen Acting Workshop
An advanced training studio, available to Tisch Drama students after they complete two years of primary training.
High School Fed Challenge
Students work as a team to develop & enhance their skills in critical thinking, creativity, writing, time management, & more.
Makom New York - Teen Programs - in Bethpage, NY
Teen programs that foster Jewish learning, leadership, & community through social events, volunteer opportunities, & mentorship.
NY Institute of Technology - High School Business Bootcamp - in LI
New York Tech School of Management offers a free bootcamp to prepare high school students for college & work experience.
NYU Pre-College - Business Classes
Students can earn college credits, connect with NYU faculty & classmates, & explore interests that will shape your academic future.
The Junior Economic Club of New York City
We invest in New York City’s future by allowing students to understand & solve real-world economic problems.
Young Founders Lab
A startup incubator for high school students, providing hands-on experience in entrepreneurship & real-world business creation.
Biorocket Research Internship
Join our 6-month science research internship experience for New York City public & charter high school students age 16 & up.
Columbia Engineering Outreach Programs
Explore engineering at different levels through programs hosted and led by Columbia students and faculty.
Cooper Union - STEM Saturdays Program
Cooper Union's STEM Saturdays offer free, hands-on engineering & science workshops for high school students in NYC.
NYC Center for Aerospace and Applied Mathematics
Extended in-school and after-school programs in aviation, engineering, and robotics, as well as week-long camps during school breaks.
NYU Tandon School of Engineering K12 STEM Education Programs
Offers programs with unique opportunities for in-depth STEM learning, including specialized topics in engineering.
Stony Brook University Engineering Programs for Middle School Students
Offers hands-on engineering programs taught by STEM grad students, available in-person, remotely, or in a hybrid format.
The City College of New York STEM Institute
Offers free STEM and test prep programs designed to challenge, inspire, and prepare underrepresented students for academic success.
The STEM Alliance - in Larchmont, NY
STEM Alliance brings hands-on STEM programs to schools & communities, inspiring students through interactive learning.
NYC Votes Youth Ambassador Program
An initiative for New Yorkers aged 14-19 who are committed to increasing youth engagement in local elections.
NYU Pre-College - Politics
You can earn college credits, connect with NYU faculty & classmates, & explore interests that will shape your academic future.
YMCA Youth & Government Clubs
A program dedicated to teaching youth to use the democratic process to affect change that has a real impact on their communities.
Young Invincibles - Young Advocates Program & Youth Advisory Board
The Young Advocates Program & Youth Advisory Board train young leaders in advocacy, policy, & civic engagement.
BK Public Library - NYC History Day
A program where students in grades 6-12 create projects based on original historical research & analysis.
Brooklyn Public Library - CBH Teen Scholars Internship
Interns work closely with a team of educators, historians, & archivists to learn essential research skills.
Musuem of the City of NY - Triple E
A program designed by high schoolers for high schoolers where they can learn about historical topics & their impact on the present.
NY Historical Society - Student Historian Internship Program
The Student Historians Program offers high school interns research, writing, & digital media experience to explore American history.
The Center for Continuing Education - Art Appreciation & History Courses
LMCCE’s Art Appreciation & History program explores diverse artistic movements & cultures.
The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History - Internship Program
We offer engaging internships where students gain experience in museum collection management, educational programming, & more.
American Musuem of Natural History - Science Research Mentoring Program
An opportunity for New York City high school students to conduct one year of scientific research with Museum scientists.
BAM - Brooklyn Interns for Arts and Culture - in Brooklyn, NY
Gear up for life after high school in this paid college, career, & life-readiness program.
Brooklyn Museum: InterseXtiona: Gender & Sexuality - in Brooklyn, NY
As part of the Museum’s teen-led programming, you’ll help activate art to promote social justice & imagine new futures.
DOROT - Academic Year Teen Internship
Our Teen Internship connects high school students with older adults for meaningful intergenerational activities & community service.
Field Biology Internships - in Queens, NY
The Field Biology Internship offers high school students the chance to explore local ecosystems & build research skills in the field.
Museum of Arts & Design - Teen Programs
MAD immerses teens in the visual arts & the professional world of museums.
NY Aquarium - Youth Ocean Advocates Internship - in Bronx, NY
Youth Ocean Advocates empower NYC students to support conservation, explore environmental policy, & lead events for ocean protection.
NYC Gov - Jobs & Internships
Our employment programs help youth between the ages of 14 & 24 gain work experience & further their education.
The Bronx Musuem - Teen Council - in the Bronx, NY
The Bronx Museum’s paid internship program that engages participants in art-making & the museum space.
The Met - High School Internships
This program allows students to connect with art, museums, & creative professionals as they network & gain work experience.
Capital Region Language Center - in Albany, NY
Flexible learning styles for kids & teens in small groups or as individuals, & in-person or online.
China Institute
Our program offers Mandarin classes for toddlers, children & teens of all language levels.
Collina Italiana
Our children’s classes are a wonderful place to start your child’s Italian education & feed their curiosity.
Hills Learning
We offer language programs in Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Cantonese, Thai, Arabic, & Vietnamese, serving 300+ students.
Japan Society Classes
Beginner to advanced students can learn to speak, read, & write Japanese in these courses & workshops.
JP Language Institure - in Nassau, Bay Shore, and Garden City NY
Regardless of skill level, our courses are designed for you to achieve your language learning goals with efficiency.
Language Trainers
Language Trainers will help you learn any language, anytime, anywhere!
New York L'Alliance in NY and NJ
Whether you’re interested in French language classes, cinema, or performing arts for your child or teen, you’ll find it here!
The Culture Tree
The Culture Tree promotes cultural literacy about South Asia through language & educational & cultural programs
Tribeca Language
Tribeca Language is New York City’s premier language school for all ages & learning goals.
Bridging the Gap
We provide one-on-one support, job readiness training, skills building, & social activities to help you create a path to wellness.
Brooklyn Community Pride Center - in Brooklyn
We offer programs & services to support the LGBTQ+ community in areas like health, advocacy, & cultural enrichment.
Generation Q Youth Center - in Forest Hills, NY
We are an after-school youth center for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, & queer youth & allies.
JQY
JQY is a mental health organization that empowers Jewish queer teens & young adults to live healthy, joyful lives.
LGBT Network - in LI and Queens
A non-profit organization that is a home and voice for LGBT people, their families, & support systems of Long Island & Queens.
PFLAG NYC
The Safe Schools Program seeks volunteers to share stories of support & self-acceptance, helping LGBTQ+ students embrace themselves.
Pride Center of Staten Island - in Staten Island, NY
Our Pride Center offers services focused on support, education, & empowerment for LGBTQ+ youth in a safe, inclusive environment.
The Audre Lorde Project
The Audre Lorde Project is an LGBTQ+ People of Color community organizing center, focusing on the New York City area.
Westchester Community Jewish Services - Center Lane for LGBTQ+ Youth - in Westchester, NY
Center Lane provides affirming supportive, educational, & recreational programming for LGBTQIA+ youth.
Gigi's Play House - 1:1 Math Tutoring for Individuals with Down Syndrome - in Westchester
Our math program is built based on the ways in which individuals with Down syndrome learn best.
Institute of Creative Problem Solving - in LI
A competitive program for top Long Island students to enhance their math skills through advanced coursework & projects.
Math-M-Addicts
A Saturday enrichment program with a range of mathematical problem-solving courses for elementary, middle, & high school students.
National Museum of Mathematics - MoMath - Expansions
Expansions workshops are designed by MoMath’s educational team to illuminate the wonders of math, challenge, & inspire students.
New York Math Circle
We’ll help you develop your logical thinking & problem-solving skills, & help you enjoy, understand, & expand your math knowledge.
BAM After-School Programs
BAM supports bold art and ideas, championing inclusion, accessibility, and experimentation as a presenter, activator, and connector.
Bloomingdale School of Music
Provides in-person and virtual music lessons, group classes, and ensembles for all ages and skill levels.
Brooklyn Music School (BMS)
Offers in-person and online music and dance lessons, group classes, and ensembles with a focus on accessibility for all students.
Children's Orchestra Society (COS)
Teaches children and teens through orchestra and chamber music, offering comprehensive musical training and performance opportunities.
Midori & Friends
Accessible music education, performances, and workshops in strings, percussion, winds, and chorus, highlighting diverse cultures.
New Studio Summer Music Theatre Program
Conservatory-style training in acting, musical theatre, & performance, preparing students for college & beyond.
New York Youth Symphony (NYYS)
Offers young musicians orchestras, chamber music, jazz bands, and composition programs that foster excellence and personal growth.
NYU Tisch Future Music Moguls
A free 14-week Saturday workshop introducing talented high school sophomores and juniors to the contemporary music business.
Opus 118 Harlem School of Music
Offers after-school private, group, and ensemble lessons in strings and piano, emphasizing accessibility and community engagement.
Institute for Collaborative Education (ICE) – Disability Pride Club
We provide a nurturing academic program with small class sizes to foster personal connections, safety, support, & belonging.
Best Buddies International
A global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for individuals with intellectual & developmental disabilities (IDD).
Tech Kids Unlimited
TKU uses technology, computer science thinking, & social-emotional learning to ignite unlimited futures for neurodiverse students.
The Neurodiversity Alliance
A nonprofit organization for students with the largest online community & network of neurodiversity clubs in the country.
YAI: Seeing Beyond Disability
YAI offers individuals with intellectual & developmental disabilities (I/DD) a comprehensive range of services
Adirondack Club - Outdoor Programs - in Lake Placid, NY
New York’s leader in providing outdoor programs & experiences.
Brooklyn Botanic Garden - Teen Apprenticeship - in Brooklyn, NY
A way for teens to learn about urban agriculture & the environment at one of the most exciting public gardens in the world!
Brooklyn Bridge - Teen Programs
Complete weekly community service projects that focus on ecology, conservation, & sustainability.
Flying Deer Nature Center - in East Chatham, NY
Flying Deer Nature Center offers programs focused on wilderness skills, nature connection, & personal growth.
Greenburgh Nature Center - in Scarsdale, NY
Explore our event calendar for a variety of nature-based activities, workshops, & educational opportunities for all ages.
Mountain Scout Survival School - in Hudson Valley, NY
Mountain Scout Survival School teaches wilderness survival skills to help you reconnect with nature, build confidence, & thrive.
MOVE - Parkour and Acrobatics After School Programs - in NY & LI
The Movement Creative offers after-school programs that focus on creative expression, movement, & building confidence.
Natural Areas Conservancy
We invite you to explore NYC’s 20,000 acres of forests, wetlands, & grasslands.
NYC Parks - Teens Programs
Our programs focus on engaging teens' interests & enhancing their healthy & productive development.
PowerPlay - SuperSTARS Leadership Academy
Teen girls can experience sports in a safe space to catapult their confidence & leadership skills.
NYU Science and Technology Entry Program
We prepare students for academic & career success through immersive courses & supervised training in a variety of STEM subjects.
NYU Summer Program for Automation, Robotics, and Coding
A 2-week, full-day summer program for high school students, covering the basics of robotics, mechatronics, & programming.
Columbia University's Summer High School Academic Program for Engineers (SHAPE)
A pre-college STEM program for rising sophomores, juniors, seniors, & recent high school graduates.
FIRST Robotics Competition
FRC builds students’ confidence & robotics skills, connecting students with professional team mentors & sponsors.
NYC FIRST Robotics Competition
NYC FIRST provides meaningful & joyful STEM and robotics programming city-wide.
Rockefeller University Summer Science Research Program
A team-based mentored research program for high school juniors & seniors that takes place during the summer.
American Musuem of Natural History - Science Alliance High School Program
This program offers high school students courses in anthropology, astrophysics, conservation, Earth science, & evolutionary biology.
Brooklyn Bridge - TIDES
Complete weekly community service projects that focus on ecology, conservation, & sustainability.
Columbia Engineering - Science Honors Program
A highly selective program for high school students who have a strong interest in the sciences & mathematics.
DNA Learning Center - Urban Barcode Research Program
This science education initiative engages NYC high school students in studies of biodiversity using DNA technology.
NYSCI Teen & STEM Night Events
Our events connect students with professionals, offering opportunities in STEM fields through interactive sessions & networking.
NYU - STEP Pre-College Program
A state-funded innovative pre-college enrichment program.
The Parris Foundation - STEM Camp - in Harlem, NY
Educational programs that engage students in hands-on STEM activities, fostering critical thinking & problem-solving skills.
The Rockefeller University - Jumpstart Program
A scientific research skills building program in spring/summer, designed for junior & senior high school students in New York City.
Wave Hill - Woodland Ecology Research Program - in Bronx, NY
A 14-month program offering motivated New York City high school students a unique opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge of ecology.
Weill Cornell Medicine - Health Recruitment / Exposure Program
Students from underrepresented minorities in medicine have the opportunity to meet & learn from physicians at Weill Cornell Medicine.
A New Chance Animal Rescue - in Bedford Hills, NY
Volunteers are needed for transportation, fundraising, walking/socializing dogs, foster support, administrative tasks, & more.
Chips Soup Kitchen and Women's Shelter
Volunteer today to help provide our guests with daily meals & various other services.
City Harvest
Volunteer for food distribution, provide nutrition education to people of all ages, support campaigns that fight hunger, & more.
City Meals on Wheels
Citymeals offers opportunities to prepare & deliver meals to homebound elderly New Yorkers, providing companionship & support.
Food Bank for NYC
Whether serving a hot meal, distributing groceries, or packing donations, you can make an impact with Food Bank For New York City!
Friendship Circle
Join teens around the world in a global movement to ensure that all children have someone they can call their friend.
Gallop NYC
Volunteers help children & adults with developmental, emotional, social & physical challenges, all while working with horses.
New York Cares
We have a variety of volunteer options, allowing teens to make a positive impact through community service projects across NYC.
NY Public Library - Teen Reading Ambasadors
Teens act as leaders & role models to younger kids, inspiring a lifelong love of reading & learning.
NYC Parks - Stewardship
Our volunteers help with forest & wetland restoration, planting & pruning street trees, & monitoring local wildlife.
Riverkeeper Volunteer Opportunities
From hands-on cleanup to community outreach, Riverkeeper volunteers play a vital role in protecting the local environment.
St. Peter's Thrift Store in Freehold, NJ
As a social justice ministry, the Thrift Shop helps people of all incomes shop with dignity. Donate! Shop! Support!
826 NYC
From field trips to school residency programs, to weekend, & after-school workshops, kids write their paths forward all year long.
Hudson Valley Writers Center - in Sleepy Hollow, NY
The Center fosters a vibrant literary arts community that empowers writers & readers of diverse ages, talents, & backgrounds.
New Era Creative Space - in Peekskill, NY
We offer performing & visual arts, leadership & empowerment, & STEM programming for young people ages 5-18.
NY Public Library - Writing Classes
NYPL offers writing classes for teens, helping them develop their skills through creative workshops & guided instruction.
NYU - Future Dramatic Writers Workshop
A free, highly-focused academic & professional writing program for students who wish to write for theatre, film, & television.
Poets House
Poets House exists to create a welcoming home for poets, poetry readers, & for those who are exploring poetry.
Ubran World - Youth Programs
Urban Word offers youth-focused programs that promote creative expression through writing, spoken word, & performance.
Writopia Lab
Our age-based workshops give young writers the opportunity to work on their own pieces alongside a maximum of eight peers.
Youth Communication - YC Writing Program
Join a group of 10-12 young people who will explore making change in Youth Communication’s annual summer writing workshop.
