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.
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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.
Gallop NYC
Volunteers help children & adults with developmental, emotional, social & physical challenges, all while working with horses.
The Met - High School Internships
This program allows students to connect with art, museums, & creative professionals as they network & gain work experience.
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.
NYC Gov - Jobs & Internships
Our employment programs help youth between the ages of 14 & 24 gain work experience & further their education.
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.
Museum of Arts & Design - Teen Programs
MAD immerses teens in the visual arts & the professional world of museums.
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.
DOROT - Academic Year Teen Internship
Our Teen Internship connects high school students with older adults for meaningful intergenerational activities & community service.
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.
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.
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.
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!
Riverkeeper Volunteer Opportunities
From hands-on cleanup to community outreach, Riverkeeper volunteers play a vital role in protecting the local environment.
NYC Parks - Stewardship
Our volunteers help with forest & wetland restoration, planting & pruning street trees, & monitoring local wildlife.
NY Public Library - Teen Reading Ambasadors
Teens act as leaders & role models to younger kids, inspiring a lifelong love of reading & learning.
New York Cares
We have a variety of volunteer options, allowing teens to make a positive impact through community service projects across NYC.
Bridging the Gap
We provide one-on-one support, job readiness training, skills building, & social activities to help you create a path to wellness.
Friendship Circle
Join teens around the world in a global movement to ensure that all children have someone they can call their friend.
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!
City Meals on Wheels
Citymeals offers opportunities to prepare & deliver meals to homebound elderly New Yorkers, providing companionship & support.
City Harvest
Volunteer for food distribution, provide nutrition education to people of all ages, support campaigns that fight hunger, & more.
Chips Soup Kitchen and Women's Shelter
Volunteer today to help provide our guests with daily meals & various other services.
A New Chance Animal Rescue - in Bedford Hills, NY
Volunteers are needed for transportation, fundraising, walking/socializing dogs, foster support, administrative tasks, & more.
Westchester Community Jewish Services - Center Lane for LGBTQ+ Youth - in Westchester, NY
Center Lane provides affirming supportive, educational, & recreational programming for LGBTQIA+ youth.
The Audre Lorde Project
The Audre Lorde Project is an LGBTQ+ People of Color community organizing center, focusing on the New York City area.
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.
PFLAG NYC
The Safe Schools Program seeks volunteers to share stories of support & self-acceptance, helping LGBTQ+ students embrace themselves.
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.
JQY
JQY is a mental health organization that empowers Jewish queer teens & young adults to live healthy, joyful lives.
Generation Q Youth Center - in Forest Hills, NY
We are an after-school youth center for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, & queer youth & allies.
Brooklyn Community Pride Center - in Brooklyn
We offer programs & services to support the LGBTQ+ community in areas like health, advocacy, & cultural enrichment.
