WELCOME TO THE LEAH PROJECT

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WELCOME TO THE LEAH PROJECT ~

LEAH Summer Internship Applications are OPEN!

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Summer Internship Eligibility

  • At least 16 years old by July 6th, 2026

  • A current high school freshman, sophomore, or junior (seniors ineligible) 

  • Demonstrate excitement for science

  • Have completed a high school biology class, no previous lab or research experience is needed!

  • Attend high school in Massachusetts within a 1 hours commute to Kendall Square Area in Cambridge by public transportation. We primarily serve youth from Boston, Cambridge and Gateway Cities of Massachusetts.

  • Be a US citizen, permanent resident, or non-US citizen with employment authorization.

  • Be available for the entire 5-week duration of the program. Students cannot be enrolled in other courses or programs, or commit to other employment, during program hours.

  • Students with limited exposure to STEM are especially encouraged to apply.

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STEM Teaching Cohort, 2024-25

LEAH’s Pillars

STEM EDUCATION

LEAH provides its high school-aged youth with academic support and inspires interest in STEM & confidence in their ability to pursue STEM studies in college. Our youth get access to:

- STEM internships

- STEM-focused field trips to local companies

- STEM job shadow days

- STEM career nights

- STEM mentorship from professionals in the field

COLLEGE ACCESS

LEAH offers college readiness support including:

- Individualized academic and college application support

- College visits

- Opportunities to practice interviews

- Financial aid workshops

- Preparation for college life (reviewing campus resources, living with roommates, choosing majors, time management)

- Continued support during college from the LEAH team and fellow LEAH alum who act as mentors

CAREER READINESS

The LEAH Project builds job readiness skills and enhances the employability of our youth through training and hands-on experience including:

- On-the-job experience as part of their internship(s) where they assume the roles of teachers, role models, researchers in the lab, data analysts and more

- Weekly trainings & workshops on topics like public speaking & communication, classroom management, debates, etc.

- STEM Events that expose them to STEM professionals and careers

The LEAH Project

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