Teen Science Scholars
Teen Science Scholars is a summer internship program at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science for high school sophomores and juniors from underrepresented and underserved communities. Scholars conduct hands-on scientific research alongside museum scientists, explore STEM careers, participate in professional development workshops, and present their work at a final showcase.
Program details
- Deadline
- Deadline unconfirmed
- Dates
- Jun 2, 2026 – Jul 31, 2026
- Grade level
- Grades 10–11
- Age range
- Ages 14–17
- Location
- Denver, CO
- Program type
- Internship
- Duration
- 3 weeks (1 session)
- Attendance
- Commuter
Eligibility
Must be a high school sophomore or junior during the 2025-2026 school year and between 14 and 17 years old at the time of the internship. Strongly intended for students from historically underrepresented backgrounds in STEM, disadvantaged schools/communities, or first-generation college students. Participants must attend in person in Denver.
Costs and support
- Cost
- Free
- Financial aid
- Program is free
- Stipend
- $1,803 stipend (plus daily lunch vouchers and covered fieldwork expenses)
- Contact program
- Chelsea.Barker@dmns.org
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