Sound Thinking NYC

A free music production program run by the NYC Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment with CUNY for high school students in grades 10 to 12. It starts with a three-week, full-day summer camp in audio technology, engineering, and sound recording, with Pro Tools workshops, studio field trips, and talks with women working in music. Participants can then take free CUNY college credit courses and apply for paid summer internships the following summer.

Offered by NYC MOME. Summer Program for high school students in New York, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Free. Grades 10–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: Music, Technology, Arts, Career, STEM

Key facts

Who can apply
High school students in grades 10 to 12. It takes place in person in New York.
Cost
Free to take part.
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 Sound Thinking NYC

When is the Sound Thinking NYC deadline?

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

Is Sound Thinking NYC free?

Yes. Sound Thinking NYC is free to take part in.

Who can apply to Sound Thinking NYC?

High school students in grades 10 to 12. It takes place in person in New York. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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