Summer/Community Opportunities

Summer Opportunities

Minnesota Institute for Talented Youth (MITY) is offering over 100 unique classes in STEM, humanities, and the fine arts, all taught by experienced educators through their program called our Expand Your Mind (EYM) for current 8-11 graders. Small class sizes, field trips and a focus on experiential learning empowers students to pursue their passions with peers from around the world who share their interests. To learn more about the program, click here: https://mity.org/in-person-programs/expand-your-mind-eym/ or contact Erica Brewinski with MITY at erica@mity.org or 651-243-2221.

Scrubs Camp is for high school students entering grades 9-12 in the fall of 2025 and wishing to explore careers in healthcare. It is a fun way to learn about a growing field, make new friends, and experience college life!

The majority of the day-camp’s courses are held on Minnesota State University Moorhead’s campus and take part in a variety of activities related to healthcare. This program is co-sponsored by HealthForce MN, a center of excellence focusing on healthcare innovation, diversity, and learning, Essentia Health and M State.

For questions about the MSUM Scrubs day-camp or to apply for a financial scholarship, please contact our office via outreach@mnstate.edu or call 218.477.2579.

Athletic, Culinary, and STEM Summer Programs available at NDSCS!

Visit www.NDSCS.edu/youthprograms to learn more!

Work and play in Medora! Hiring for the summer!

The Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation (TRMF) offers a wide variety of jobs in a friendly and diverse work environment.

Internships: TRMF is excited to offer paid internships – and summer work – in several areas including: theatre, equine sciences, hospitality, accounting, marketing, non-profit management, culinary, golf management, and more.
Scholarships: Each year approximately 25 scholarships (ranging from $1,000 to $1,500) are awarded to seasonal employees who have demonstrated outstanding work qualities, leadership and good character.
Life Skills Center: When you join the TRMF, you join a family. A family that works together and plays together. The Life Skills Center is our family’s headquarters. It’s fully equipped with an employee lounge / video game room, cafeteria, workout facility, and music rooms.

Get more information and apply HERE or call 1-800-MEDORA-1.

North Dakota Governor’s School

North Dakota Governor's Schools is a six-week residential program for scholastically motivated North Dakota high school sophomores and juniors. Students live, work, and have fun on NDSU's campus. Governor's Schools academic programs offer high-quality, concentrated instruction from NDSU faculty through classroom experiences, discussion groups, labs, field trips, and other activities. Visit www.ndsu.edu/govschool for more information and to apply!

North Dakota Leadership Seminar (NDLS) May 30 - June 1, 2025

University of Jamestown

Open to current Sophomores and is FREE! (Free room and board, food and activities). This seminar encourages volunteerism, leadership skills, and building confidence in yourself. Deadline to apply is April 1st. Register online at www.ndleadership.org – click on the “Registration” tab, then “Register for Seminar”. Please visit the Counseling Center with questions!

Camp RYLA

U of M Crookston

Click here for the application and additional information!

Rotary Youth Leadership Awards is open to current sophomores and juniors. Students who want to apply should be looking to develop leadership skills, they should be involved in school activities, they should have volunteer and/or work experience, and they should have good academic records.

Community Opportunities

Sanford Health MEdX

Sanford MedX - HS offers high school juniors and seniors in Fargo, West Fargo, Moorhead, and nearby areas an exclusive glimpse into health care. Prepare to explore various health care careers, from the familiar to the mysterious, through engaging activities, informative presentations, and enlightening tours.

Click here to learn more: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/62554496e0884abdbad2b07a036dfadf

This program is highly sought after, so plan ahead and commit fully before submitting your application!

West Fargo Police Safety Cadet Unit

The West Fargo Police Safety Cadet Unit is a unique career exploration program for young men and women ages 14 to 20. The program provides educational training for young adults on the purposes, mission and objectives of law enforcement. The program provides career orientation experiences, leadership opportunities and community service activities. The primary goals of the program is to help young adults choose a career path within law enforcement and to challenge them to become responsible citizens of their communities and the nation.

Click here to learn more: https://www.westfargond.gov/191/Police-Cadets

Bethany Homes

Bethany Homes is offering CNA and CPR classes. Click here to learn more: https://bethanynd.org/classes/

JA Inspire Virtual Career Expo

JA Inspire Virtual Career Expo is an online career fair for middle and high school students made possible through a collaboration of educators, industry leaders from our local and regional communities, and Junior Achievement. Registration is now open for this FREE event!

JA Inspire Virtual Career Expo Registration Form

Contact Sharon Severson at sharon.severson@janorth.org with any questions.

Prudential Spirit of Community Award

This award was created to recognize students grades 5-12 who have made meaningful contributions to their communities through volunteer service. Awards are presented annually on the local, state, and national level. If you feel you have made or are currently making a difference in the community through volunteerism, click HERE and start your application today!

Drone Pilot Ground School and Scholarship Opportunity

Available to students age 16 and older - this is an opportunity to learn how to fly a drone commercially! Any student can go online to Drone Pilot Ground School and take an in-depth test prep course for the FAA's certification exam to be a commercial drone pilot. Students can also apply for the scholarship, which will waive the $299 test prep fee! Also, the first 100 scholarship recipients will receive the FAA exam for free - usual cost of $150. If you are interested in this course, and would like to apply for the scholarship, you can go directly to the scholarship page to learn more and to apply!