Most of these opportunities are annual, so if application dates have passed, keep them in mind for next year. For other ideas, ask your school counselor or local librarian. If you find options we haven’t covered, please let us know so we can include them in future editions of Science Opportunities.

Annual Engineering Design Competitions. February deadline at Portland State University. Open to elementary, middle school, and high school students. See more information at http://www.pdx.edu/cecs/events/4522/. Or call 725-4646.

The Berry Botanic Garden -- a non-profit, seven acre garden with plants from around the world. Offers one summer internship for a high school student plus volunteer opportunities in horticulture or conservation of endangered species. Send a letter of interest. No fixed deadlines but best to apply soon for internships. (Remember, interest goes a long way. If you don’t get the internship this summer, volunteer and reapply for next year!). See their website www.berrybot.org. 

The Berry Botanic Garden

11505 SW Summerville Ave.

Portland, OR 97219

(503) 636-4112

Centers for Airway Science -- available to 10, 11, 12 year olds only. Learn math and science through studying aircraft systems, flight mechanics, flight physics and construction of model aircraft. For more information visit their web site www.airwayscience.org/ or call (503) 292-4542.

• Aviation Careers Education (ACE) Camp -- available to students entering 9th or 10th grade. Program developed to expose students to careers available in the aviation field through classes and outings. For more information, call (503) 292-4542.

Craftsman/NSTA Young Inventors Awards Program challenges students to use creativity and imagination along with science, technology, and mechanical ability to invent or modify a tool. The program is open to all students in grades 2–5 and 6–8 in the United States and the U.S. Territories. Visit their web site at: http://www.nsta.org/programs/craftsman/

Destination ImagiNation is a non-profit corporation supported by Affiliates (U.S. States, Canadian Provinces, and Nations) working together to offer global, youth-centered, creative problem solving program. Affiliates will offer tournaments at different levels to let participants show their imaginations. The ultimate destination will be the Global Finals. http://www.destinationimagination.org

Directory of Student Science Training Programs for Pre-College Students -- this directory has more than 300 programs listed , similar to the ASE Program, and is the only comprehensive catalog of science, math and engineering enrichment programs for pre-college students. For more information visit their web site at: www.sciserv.org/stp/, or call them at (202) 785-2255. 1719 N Street NW, Washington, DC, 20036. 

The Education Opportunity Guide -- is a comprehensive directory of educational programs designed to inform students, parents, and educators about the numerous educational opportunities available for gifted students. Visit their web site at: www.tip.duke.edu/, or look for it as a reference in the library or your school career center or write to:

Duke University Talent Identification Program

Box 90780

Duke University

Durham, North Carolina 27708-0780

Engineering: your Future -- ASEE's precollege website is a guide for high school students and others interested in engineering and engineering technology careers. This list links students interested in getting hands-on experience through a variety of local, regional, national, and international engineering and engineering-related competitions. Visit their web site at: www.asee.org/precollege/

The Humane Society -- www.oregonhumane.org - visit their website for more information about the following oppertunities. Click on Volunteer or Education

• Volunteer Positions -- Must be at least 16 years old to volunteer. They also have a Service Learning Program for 12-15 year olds.  Volunteer take part in care of animals, clerical/office/phone work, greeters program, education outreach, maintenance/grounds, or special events. Contact Volunteer Coordinator  at 1067 NE Columbia Blvd. or (503) 285-7722 ext. 204.
• Summer Camp -- Participate in a one week summer camp (ages 13-17) to learn about the care and training of animals. Individuals demonstrating leadership potential may be asked to return for an additional week as a counselor. Call (503) 416-5034 for more information.
• Teen Club -- meets once a month at the Humane Society for discussion and participation in the care of animals. Available to ages thirteen and up. Call (503) 416-5034 for more information.

Intel Northwest Science Expo is a science fair open to students in grades 6-12 attending schools in Oregon or southwest Washington. Visit their web site at www.nwse.pdx.edu.

Intel Science Talent Search -- America’s oldest and most prestigious science research contest for high school seniors, with awards ranging from $5,000-$100,000 in scholarships. For more information, visit their web site at www.sciserv.org/sts/, or call (202) 785-2255, or write to Science Services, Inc., 1719 N Street NW, Washington, DC, 20036.

Intel Scholarship Program. Intel sites throughout the U.S. award renewable scholarships. Scholars are selected as incoming freshmen from in-state high schools, and the award is renewable annually for up to 4 years. Scholarships vary by site, but traditionally include $2,500/year and an Intel Mentor. For more information please visit their web site at www.intel.com/education/highered/studentprograms.htm

Metro Regional Parks & Greenspaces -- students of all ages are invited to participate in tours, hikes, classes, and more. All programs are lead by trained volunteer naturalists. Activities open to all ages. For more information visit their web site at www.metro-region.org.

• Volunteer Program -- Whether you want to restore wildlife habitat, lead a nature tour or help with the care of regional parks, Metro has volunteer opportunities for you. For more information visit their web site at www.metro-region.org/article.cfm?articleID=148

Natural Resources Youth Camp, Cispus Learning Center -- a week long overnight camp for 12-16 year olds, located 10 miles south of Randle, Washington in the Western Cascade Mountains. Camp instructors are resource managers, wildlife & fisheries biologists, foresters, and soil scientists that guide hands-on classes and a full day ropes course. For more information visit their web site at www.nryc.org/ or call (360) 754-3588 ext 114. Natural Resources Youth Camp, PO Box 5343, Lacey, WA 98509-5343.

The Northwest Film Center, provides a variety of opportunities, such as classes, workshops and a club, for pre-college youths. For more information visit their web site www.nwfilm.org/youngfilmmakers/

OHSU Pre-college Programs

• CURE Project -- a 8 week paid summer research mentorship training program at the Oregon Health & Science University Cancer Institute. This program is for high school juniors from Benson, Jefferson and Century High Schools who are from socially and economically disadvantaged populations or an underrepresented minority. For more information visit their web site at www.ohsu.edu/diversity/CUREdesc.
• Dental Explorer Program -- open to all individuals who are interested in learning more about dentistry and can attend an evening meeting once a month at the School of Dentistry. All meetings include a short lecture followed by a "hands-on" laboratory. Visit their web site at www.ohsu.edu/sod/admissions/exploration.html or call (503) 494-8825 for more information and an activity description flier.
• YO Science --  a one-week summer program that offers 15 underrepresented minority and disadvantaged students a cost-free opportunity to job-shadow professionals in emergency medicine, nursing, orthotics and prosthetics, public health and radiation therapy at OHSU. These students must have completed 6th, 7th, or 8th grade by the end of this school year. For more information visit their web site at www.ohsu.edu/diversity/YOScience.
• MedStars -- a residential summer experience at Oregon Health & Science University for fifteen high school students entering their senior year of high school, or entering college as a freshman. These students must be from one of the five Area Health Education Centers (AHEC) regions. Students will be accepted into the program if they have demonstrated their interest in a health career by participating in other health careers programs and students from rural and underserved minority communities. For more information please call Oregon AHEC, 503-494-4896.

OMSI -- science camps, classes, paleontology trips, marine biology trips, and other adventures. (All ages, family programs too.) Visit their web site at www.omsi.org/education/ or call (503) 797-4000 for a catalog

Oregon Zoo -- Summer opportunities for kids and teens

• Summer Camp -- open to kids from kindergarden to 7th grade can explore and discover the wonders of the Zoo through hands-on, interactive, experiential learning. For more information visit their web site at www.oregonzoo.org/education/families/families_daycamps.htm
• Zoo Teen Volunteers --  for teens entering 9th-12th grade who have an interest in animals and desire to learn and share with others. Must be able to make a summer long commitment to the ZooTeen Program. These are volunteer positions. For more information visit their web site at www.oregonzoo.org/Volunteer/main.htm#teen

Passport In Time -- forest service volunteer archaeology projects in national forests. Projects have included mapping forests and archaeology surveys. Opportunities for individual and family participation. Application deadlines, skill levels, and time commitment vary with project. For more information visit their web site at www.passportintime.com/.

Research Science Institute -- spend 6 weeks attending classes and special guest lectures, and complete individual hands-on research projects with mentors on the MIT campus. Available to high school students who have completed their junior year. Application deadline February. The program is free, but participants are expected to pay for travel expenses to and from the RSI campus in Massachusetts. RSI offers ongoing support and mentorship to all participants in finding summer jobs, selecting an undergraduate institution, and choosing a graduate school through the Center for Excellence in Education. For applications or information, visit www.cee.org/rsi/index.shtml.

Resources and People (RAP) Camp --  of the USDA Forest Service and USDI Bureau of Land Management is a week-long camp for students between the ages of 15 and 18. Learn about careers in natural resources and how to manage the diverse resources that make up an ecosystem. Contact Shirley Kerns for information about the extended application deadline: (541) 883-6716. Visit www.fs.fed.us/r6/frewin/news/special-projects/rapcamp/rapcamp.shtml for more information.

Rockefeller University - Science Outreach for Students --  matches between 50 and 60 high school juniors and graduating seniors with scientists who mentor them in gaining laboratory research experience. They also provide students with the ScienTific Reading And Writing (STRAW) course, team-taught by a scientist and a teacher. Students are required to hand in a research report as a work-in-progress. They also give poster presentations. For more information visit their web site at www.rockefeller.edu/outreach/.

Siemens Westinghouse Competition Math: Science: Technology --  a research based competition for high school seniors that has scientific merit for the improvement of society. The scholarship awards are from $3000-$100,000. For more information visit their web site at www.siemens-foundation.org/competition

Student Conservation Association (SCA) -- offers a wide variety of internships throughout the United States working for the National Park Service, the Bureau of Land Management, and other federal agencies. Applicants must be at least 15 years old. No final deadlines, but apply as early as possible for summer positions. For more information visit www.sca-inc.org.

Summer Experience in Science and Engineering for Youth (SESEY) -- is a unique opportunity for 10th, 11th and 12th grade high school girls and minority students with an aptitude for math and science in engineering fields. This one-week summer program encourages students to explore the world of engineering and to consider careers in its variety of fields. The program will culminate with a presentation of student projects and a display at the annual Corvallis daVinci Days celebration. The program also includes a trip to the OSU Hatfield Marine Science Center, computer instruction and evening recreational programs. For more information visit their web site at www.che.orst.edu/SESEY/.

ThinkQuest Internet Challenge -- is an international program for students ages 9 through 19 that encourages them to use the Internet to create information-rich Web-based educational tools and materials. For more information visit their web site at  www.thinkquest.org/index.html

Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision Awards -- ExploraVision is a competition for students of all interest, skill, and ability levels in grades K-12 who are enrolled full-time in a public, private or home school. The purpose of the competition is to encourage students to combine their imaginations with the tools of science to create and explore a vision of a future technology. Visit  www.exploravision.org for more information.

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