Environmentor Program

A paid summer science research mentorship at RISE in Rockaway, Queens, for NYC students in grades 9 to 11 who attend school in or near the Rockaways. Students work with scientists from local universities and research institutions on projects about the Rockaway shoreline and Jamaica Bay. Classes meet in person Monday through Thursday from June through mid-August, and students can earn up to $1,200 plus community service hours.

Offered by Rockaway Initiative for Sustainability and Equity. Research for high school students in Rockaway, New York, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Stipend. Grades 9–11. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: Medicine, STEM, Environment

Key facts

Who can apply
High school students in grades 9 to 11. It takes place in person in Rockaway, New York.
Cost
Free to take part, and it pays a stipend or award.
Dates
No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about Environmentor Program

When is the Environmentor Program deadline?

No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Is Environmentor Program free?

Yes, and it pays participants a stipend or award.

Who can apply to Environmentor Program?

High school students in grades 9 to 11. It takes place in person in Rockaway, New York. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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