Program Length: Mid June to Early August
Location: Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability
Admissions Requirements:
- Live within 25 miles of Stanford Campus(San Francisco Resident)
- Open to students in grades 9-12
- Be interested in high school SDG: Environmental science and sustainability challenges
Application Deadline: Mid March
Highlight: The Stanford Young Investigators program, offered by the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability, is a prestigious high school internship designed to immerse students in cutting-edge environmental science and sustainability research. Open to students who have completed at least one year of high school (most applicants have 2–3 years) and reside within 25 miles of Stanford’s campus , this competitive high school SDG program connects participants with Stanford mentors for hands-on projects in fields like soil chemistry, oceanography, and geology . Selected students engage in one-on-one mentorships, gaining real-world experience in sustainability challenges while developing critical thinking and research skills . The program also fosters academic growth through competitions and judging opportunities, preparing scholars for future STEM careers . With a focus on innovation, this high school SDG project allows participants to tackle pressing global issues, such as climate change and ecosystem preservation, under the guidance of Stanford’s leading experts . Applications are highly competitive, with only 10–20 students chosen annually . Those selected receive unparalleled exposure to university-level research, enhancing college applications and scholarship opportunities . For Bay Area students passionate about environmental science, the Stanford Young Investigators program is a transformative step toward becoming tomorrow’s sustainability leaders.
Cost: None
