In this section you will find various programs and internship that you can get involved in during the school year and during summer break. Most of these programs are run around the same time each year. Check this section of the Web site periodically for current employment opportunities. Visit Mr. Myers at the CDC for the most current information and for applications for these excellent opportunities.

DEVELOPMENTAL PROGRAMS

NJIT - Upward Bound Math/Science Regional Center

The Upward Bound Math/Science Regional Center is a residential summer program offered to high school students residing in New Jersey, New York, and Puerto Rico. The Upward Bound Math/Science Regional Center will provide students with the opportunity to spend part of their summer and academic school year studying math and science in an environment equipped with the best science, mathematics, and computer laboratories in the state.

Must meet the following criteria:

• Have completed Freshman Year or Upper Division I or II
• Are performing at grade level academically
• Have completed Algebra I
• Interested in or have the potential to do well in curriculum areas of math or science
  

Application Deadline:	The 2003 application date has passed. Application information for next year will be updated as soon as it is received.
Program Dates:	July 1 to August 2

See Mr. Myers for an application.

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Rutgers T.E.E.M. (The Engineering Experience for Minorities)

T.E.E.M. is a summer program designed to offer insight into engineering as a profession, while also exposing students to intellectual challenges presented at the college level. The program follows a graduate research model, with students researching and developing a group project and presenting their results to a panel of engineers.

Must meet the following criteria:

 

• Be an African American, Hispanic, or Native American
• Have a good background in mathematics and the physical sciences
• Show an interest in the aforementioned fields

Application Deadline:	The 2003 application date has passed. Application information for next year will be updated as soon as it is received.
Program Dates:	Session I - June 6 to July 18
Web Site:	http://coewww.rutgers.edu/osp/teem.html
Target Group:	Rising Seniors and Rising Upper Division II Students

See Mr. Myers for an application.

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Sewanee - The University of the South

The Bridge Program in math and science at the University of the South will help you get a head start on Senior Year and college. The three-week program, for rising high school seniors, is designed to encourage minority students who are interested in math and science.

Application Deadline:	The 2003 application date has passed. Application information for next year will be updated as soon as it is received.
Program Date:	June 22 to July 12
Web Site:	www.sewanee.edu/MinorityStudentAffairs/BridgeProgram
Target Group:	Rising Seniors

See Mr. Myers for an application.

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University of Delaware

The FAME/Unite/Merit/UD Summer Residential Program is an engineering program geared toward increasing the effective participation of African-American, Hispanic/Latino, and Native American youth in engineering and other science professions. The program also provides accelerated academic enrichment instruction in mathematics, science, English, and engineering-related material.

Must meet the following criteria:

 

• Interested in engineering, mathematics, and/or applied sciences
• Enrolled in college preparatory curriculum receiving grades of "B" or better in mathematics, science, and English courses
• Able to attend all four weeks of the program and provide their own transportation home on the weekends

Application Deadline:	The 2003 application date has passed. Application information for next year will be updated as soon as it is received.
Program Date:	Late June to Mid-July
Web Site:	http://www.engr.udel.edu/l
Target Group:	Rising Seniors and Rising Upper Division II Students
Previous Participant(s):	Tijani Agwedicham ’02

See Mr. Myers for an application.

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University of Notre Dame

The Global Issues seminar is an opportunity for students to discover themselves and their roles as Catholic leaders in the world community. Other young leaders throughout the world share their ideas about future and the social, intellectual, and spiritual challenges they will face in the years ahead. The Global Issues Seminar is a special opportunity to meet with 40 student peers from Catholic high schools throughout the world to discuss issues of importance to their generation. We are looking to recommend one candidate from the class of 2004.

Must meet the following criteria:

 

• Are in top 5% of their class
• Have minimum standardized test scores of 690 Verbal SAT, 700 Math SAT
• Have a strong recommendation from counselors or teachers

Application Deadline:	The 2003 application date has passed. Application information for next year will be updated as soon as recieved.
Program Date:	July 13 to 20
Target Group:	Rising Seniors and Rising Upper Division II Students
Previous Participant(s):	Kehinde Togun

See Mr. Myers for an application.

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The Scholarship Fund for Inner-City Children

The Scholarship fund will award two scholarships to the U.S. Space Camp in Huntsville, Alabama. Students will train for one week like NASA astronauts or military pilots, depending on their particular interests. Please visit Web site for complete details.

Application Deadline:	The 2003 application date has passed. Application information for next year will be updated as soon as it is received.
Program Dates:	Various Dates
Web Site:	www.spacecamp.com
Target Group:	Rising Upper Division II Students and Rising Seniors
Previous Participants:	Chris Nadarajah ’04, Chris Perez ’04, Naji Williams’02,  Fabio Oliveira ‘02.
Previous Participants:  From left to right Chris Nadarajah and Chris Perez wearing dark blue NASA suits.

See Mr. Myers for an application. Camp dates are available online.

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The University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ) SMART Program

Biomedical Research is a seven-week program for rising Seniors that emphasizes research. Participants work with NJMS mentors in biomedical research laboratories as active members of research teams. At the end of the summer, students present research posters and oral reports to the university's research community. During group sessions, participants engage in other activities that help enhance academic skills, career knowledge, and the college application process. Daily program hours are 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Applicants must currently be in Upper Division II.

Application Deadline:	The 2003 application date has passed. Application information for next year will be updated as soon as it is received.
Program Dates:	June 7 for 4 weeks.
Target Group:	Rising Seniors

Applications are available at the CDC or by visiting www.umdnj.edu/smartweb/.
Once completed, forward the application to Mr. Myers.

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BIOTREK is a four-week program for rising 8th-grade students. Under the guidance of experienced teachers, students investigate science concepts related to the science of Human Movement. Sample topics are Brain and Nerves, Muscles and Bones, Motion, Respiration, and Injury Prevention. Daily program hours are 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Applicants must currently be in the 7th-grade. Lunch and local bus tickets or bus transportation are provided. No interview is required.

Application Deadline:	The 2002 application date has passed. Application information for next year will be updated as soon as it is received.
Program Dates:	July 5 to August 1
Target Group:	Rising 8th-grade students

Applications are available at the CDC or by visiting www.umdnj.edu/smartweb/.
Once completed, forward the application to Mr. Myers.

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EnviroQuest is a five-week program for rising Upper Division I students. Participants investigate relationships between human health, the environment, and science. They perform experiments, make presentations, discuss events, and take trips. Sample topics are Microorganisms, Radioactivity, and Lead Pollution. Each participant helps complete a project that is presented in a public forum. Daily program hours are 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Applicants must currently be in your Freshman Year.

Application Deadline:	The 2003 application date has passed. Application information for next year will be updated as soon as it is received.
Program Dates:	July 7 for 6 weeks
Target Group:	Rising Upper Division I students

Applications are available at the CDC or by visiting www.umdnj.edu/smartweb/.
Once completed, forward the application to Mr. Myers.

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Fantastic Voyage is a four-week program for rising Freshmen. Participants actively investigate various science topics as they improve their academic skills. Sample topics are Internal Transportation Systems, Sound, Sizes and Requirements of Living Things, and Ratios. Activities include dissection of calf hearts, reconstruction of an accident, and trips. Each participant helps to complete a project which is presented on Family Science Day. Daily program hours are 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Applicants must currently be in 8th grade. Lunch and local bus tickets or bus transportation are provided.

Application Deadline:	The 2003 application date has passed. Application information for next year will be updated as soon as it is received.
Program Dates:	July 7 for 4 weeks
Target Group:	Rising Freshmen

Applications are available at the CDC or by visiting www.umdnj.edu/smartweb/.
Once completed, forward the application to Mr. Myers.

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Future American Scientists is a six-week program held at Rutgers, Newark, NJ, Campus. During the program, participants will be exposed to dissections, optical illusions, biomedical techniques, ethnomathematics, computer-interactive anatomy studies, career counseling, and skills development.

Application Deadline:	The 2003 application date has passed. Application information for next year will be updated as soon as it is received.
Program Dates:	July 7 for 6 weeks
Target Group:	Rising Freshmen and Upper Division I students

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Hispanic Center of Excellence Summer Youth Program is a six-week program held at UMDNJ. During his program, participants will be exposed to the practice of medicine, participate in research projects, receive career counseling, and practice skills development.

Must meet the following criteria:

 

• Minority and/or educationally/economically disadvantaged
• Motivated
• Academically in good standing
• Interested in pursuing a career in the health professions or biomedical sciences

Application Deadline:	The 2003 application date has passed. Application information for next year will be updated as soon as it is received.
Program Dates:	July 7 for 6 weeks
Target Group:	Rising Upper Division II Students and Rising Seniors

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Mission Health is a five-week program for rising Upper Division II Students. Participants solve problems the way that physicians do while learning about selected health issues. Participants also learn first aid and basic anatomy and physiology and take trips. Sample topics are Asthma, Trauma, and Rape. Each participant helps to complete a project and present it in a public forum. Daily program hours are 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Applicants must be in Upper Division I.

Application Deadline:	The 2003 application date has passed. Application information for next year will be updated as soon as it is received.
Program Dates:	July 7 for 5 weeks
Target Group:	Rising Upper Division II

Applications are available at the CDC or by visiting www.umdnj.edu/smartweb/. Once completed, forward the application to Mr. Myers.

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Steve Adubato's Stand & Deliver

Stand & Deliver is a program that strives to improve the communication skills of Newark area youth and helps provide them with the tools they need to become better citizens and more effectively compete for and succeed in future employment.

The program consists of eight units of study that include such topic areas as Presentation Skills, Listening, Interviewing for a Job, Telephone Skills in the Workplace, Conflict Resolution, Workplace Communication, Leadership, Relating to Law Enforcement and Communicating in a Culturally Diverse World.

The program generally starts in early February and concludes in early April. Meetings facilitated by a representative from Stand & Deliver are held at the CDC. Upon completion of the program, Seniors are eligible to apply for college scholarships. Visit www.caucusnj.org for more details.

Application Deadline:	varies
Program Dates:	February to April
Target Group:	Freshmen - Seniors
Previous Participants:	Glenn Edwards ‘03, Husain Gatlin ‘03, Marlon Younge ‘05, Kyshief DeGraffenreid ‘04, Rafael Rosado’02, Abiose Gale ‘04,  Angelo Iandoli ‘05, Andre Morgan ‘05, Roosevelt Donat ’03, Torian Baskerville '04

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All Star Project, Inc.

Similar to Stand & Deliver, All Star Project, Inc. strives to improve the communication skills of Newark area youth. The program's primary focus is to assist high school students with their transition from the school to the workplace.

Two eight-week sessions are run each year with a focus on such topics as Dressing for Success, Public Speaking, Product Development and Marketing, Resumé Writing, Business to Business Service, Corporate Law, Managing your Own Business, and Identifying Career Paths. Upon completion of the program, the All Star Project secures summer employment for students.

Application Deadline:	Varies
Program Dates:	September to December and March to June
Target Group:	Upper Division II Students and Seniors
Previous Participants:	Glenn Edwards ‘03, Abiose Gale ’04

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Newark Youth Global Business Project

This project is a collaboration initiative linking the North Ward Center, Newark Do Something, and the Newark Public School District. It seeks to provide Seniors and Upper Division II Students with the opportunity to develop global business skills.

Representatives of public and private organizations present to students. The objective of the presentations is to teach students how to sell products and services to potential clients. Students are also taught how to conduct Internet research, work in a team environment with peers, follow the stock market, and make oral presentations. These are skills that can easily be used in global business. Visit www.dosomething.org for more information.

Upon successful completion of the program, the Newark Youth Global Business Project secures summer employment for students.

Application Deadline:	Varies
Program Dates:	November to June
Target Group:	Upper Division II Students and Seniors
Previous Participant(s):	Darnell Louis ’03.

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Architecture, Construction and Engineering (ACE)

The ACE Mentor Program offers high school students the opportunity to work with professional staff members from important architectural, construction, and engineering firms in Newark.

The program takes place after school and requires students to commit to attending "team meetings," which are held every two weeks under the direction of practicing professionals in the fields of architecture, construction, and engineering.

Upon completion of the program, students are eligible for college scholarships through ACE. Visit www.ACEmentor.org for more details.

Application Deadline:	varies
Program Dates:	September to May
Target Group:	Upper Division II Students and Seniors
Previous Participants:	ACE 2002-2003: Pierre Boodhoo ’03, Andrew Santana ’06, Alanzo Butts ’03, Abiose Gale ’04, Andre Crayton ’03,  Raymond Robinson III ’06 ACE 2001-2002: Kenneth Perez ’02, Markell Smalls ’02, Steven Pierre-Luis ’03, Alonzo Butts ’03, Paul Locus ’02, Rafael Rosado ’02, Joseph Martinez ’02, Jeff Anglade ‘03

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AFS-USA

AFS-USA works towards a more just and peaceful world by providing international and intercultural learning experiences to individuals, families, schools and communities through a global volunteer partnership.

AFS sends more than 1,900 U.S. students to 46 countries each year, annually awards more than $1 million in financial aid and scholarships, places students from abroad with more than 2,600 U.S. families, and is supported by more than 8,000 AFS volunteers in the U.S. and 100,000 around the world.

Visit www.afs.org/usa for more information or contact:

Rendolph Walker
Diversity Recruitment Coordinator
198 Madison Ave., 8th Floor
New York, NY 10016
(212) 299-9000 x389
(212) 299-9090 Fax
Email: rwalker@afs.org

Application Deadline:	Varies
Program Dates:	July and August
Target Group:	Upper Division II Students and Seniors
Previous Participant(s):	Darrell Lopina ’04

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National Conference for Community and Justice (NCCJ)

The National Conference for Community and Justice, founded in 1927 as the National Conference of Christians and Jews, is a human relations organization dedicated to fighting bias, bigotry, and racism in America. The NCCJ promotes understanding and respect among all races, religions, and cultures through advocacy, conflict resolution, and education.

The organization's objectives are primarily achieved through two programs: Anytown® and Manytown®.

Anytown® student delegates represent the wide diversity of New Jersey, with a variety of racial, economic, religious, and ethnic backgrounds. Together, they form a rainbow of colors and experiences that provide the perfect foundation for the learning that will occur at Anytown®. High schools and other sponsoring agencies select teams of five delegates, based on interest, motivation, and leadership abilities. With the assistance of Anytown® staff, the delegates will be required to design an Action Plan to implement in their school or community. The student-designed plans are significant because the delegates can actively involve other students from their schools.

Manytown® is a one-day school-based youth leadership program. Former Anytown® delegates and other students from urban, suburban, rural, and coastal communities throughout New Jersey come together to share, discuss, and learn about a variety of student-selected topics in a culturally and racially diverse learning environment. The program is designed to raise student awareness and interest in issues of diversity and prejudice reduction.

Visit www.nccj.org for more information or contact:

The National Conference for Community and Justice (NCCJ)
Program Department
109 Church Street
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
(732) 745-9330
(732) 732-9419 - Fax

Application Deadline:	Varies
Program Dates:	Manytown® in March, Anytown® in August
Target Group:	Rising Upper Division II Students and Rising Seniors
Previous Participants:	Anytown 2002 - Josh Heady ’03, Chris Plunkett ’03, Tarik Shehaiber ’03, Glenn Edwards ’03, Roosevelt Donat ’03,  Yolande McAllister ’02  Anytown 2001 – Pradley Casseus ’02, Kehinde Togun ’02,  Brian Garrett ’02.

   

   

 

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Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership (HOBY)

HOBY is a leadership seminar designed to prepare Upper Division I students to become effective, ethical leaders in their homes, schools, workplace, and community. Approximately 15,000 selected students from each of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, Canada, and Mexico attend annually.

The program's objective is to help students improve their critical thinking skills, enhance their leadership skills, better understand the democratic process, develop goal-setting skills, and realize the importance of leadership.

Visit www.hoby.org for additional information or contact:

Joan Travis, Corporate President
NJ Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Seminars, Inc.
P.O. Box 7085
North Brunswick, NJ 08902
(732) 940-2683
(732) 940-2685 - Fax
Email: NJHOBY@aol.com

Application Deadline:	The 2002 application date has passed. Application information for next year will be updated as soon as it is received.
Program Dates:	Varies - generally mid-March to mid-June
Target Group:	Upper Division I Students
Previous Participant(s):	Michael Hall ’04

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INTERNSHIPS/EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

MBNA America Summer Business Institute (SBI)

SBI historically is a month-long program during which 10 rising Seniors work at MBNA's Wilmington, DE, office while they reside at the University of Delaware. After reviewing the objectives and results from previous years, the program is undergoing major changes. Changes are being made to address current student needs while simultaneously exposing students to this first-rate Fortune 500 company. Specific program details will soon be announced. The program is currently scheduled to run concurrent with Summer Phase.

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NJ Summer Associates Program

The Summer Associates Program is held in the Telesales department of MBNA America's Newark, NJ, office. Rising Seniors and recent graduates are able to work part-time during the summer. For rising Seniors, this program will run in conjunction with Summer Phase, and it is scheduled to begin the second week in June. The hours will be 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. An announcement will be made when MBNA begins recruiting.

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MBNA Summer Internship Program 

The Summer Internship Program is for graduating Seniors and SBP alums who are currently in college. It will run from the second week in June through the first week in August in Delaware. Students will be housed at the University of Delaware for the summer and must commit to work through the "core period" (dates vary each year). Contact Mr. Myers for program details or the program administrator:

Jeffrey Martini
(800) 441-7048 x25273
Email: jeffrey.martini@MBNA.com

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MBNA Full-Time Employment

SBP alums who are graduating from college or are already currently in the workforce, should visit www.MBNA.com or contact Mr. Myers at the CDC.

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National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine

National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine brings together young people representing every state in the nation.  In the most medically advanced cities in the U.S., they are educated and inspired by leaders in today’s medical profession.  Select students will have the opportunity to choose one of the forum’s intensive 10-day programs offered during the summer in Boston, Chicago, Houston-Galveston, Los Angeles, Philadelphia or Washington, D.C.  Students will be recognized as America’s most promising future physicians.

Forum students have also had the opportunity to learn from distinguished medical leaders and research pioneers – visionaries and practitioners whose dedication and ability have brought them to the pinnacle of their profession.  During 10 days of first-hand experience in a motivating and challenging environment, participants will examine state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and future medical specialties in detail.  They will leave having gained a valuable head start toward their careers and successes they dream of achieving. 

Must meet the following criteria:

• Cumulative GPA “B+” (3.3 on a 4.0 scale) or above

• Possess a strong interest in pursuing a career in the medical fields

• Be an Upper Division II or Senior

Application  Deadline:	No applications available. Program participants must be recommended by faculty.
Program Dates:	Dates vary – usually in July
Web Site:	www.nylf.org
Target Group:	Upper Division II and Seniors;
Previous  Participant(s):	Hashabiah Y. Nelson ’04, Kehinde Togun ’02,  Ebenizer R. Rajadura ’02

See Mr. Myers to express interest. 

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