For Students Entering Grades 10, 11, or 12

Advanced high school students who have an interest in a science, engineering, or math-based career can explore their options this summer at one of the Department of Energy's premiere facilities, Brookhaven National Laboratory. Each program connects to the Lab's cutting-edge research and facilities and includes hands-on workshops, lectures by staff scientists and engineers, and tours of the Lab's unique facilities.

Participants must be entering grades 10, 11, or 12 and must be US citizens or Permanent Resident Aliens (PRA). The cost for these programs are shown below (Any refund amount will not include the administrative fee). View other workshops

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Workshop Descriptions

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Physics: The Optics of BNL's Biggest Machines

Explore the physics of Brookhaven’s biggest machines and meet the scientists and engineers who operate them. Learn how physicists steer beams of subatomic particles at the Relativistic Heavy Ion Collider and observe tiny particles using the ultra-bright light at the National Synchrotron Light Source II! By completing experiments in conventional and electromagnetic optics, students will gain an understanding of the cutting-edge physics that is being studied at Brookhaven’s facilities.

• Experiment with light rays, mirrors, and lenses
• Learn the charge to mass ratio of the electron
• Understand Planks Constant
• Build a spectroscope and model beamline (experimental station)
• Study laser light and diffraction

*This program is not recommended for students who have completed AP Physics.

Workshop Dates 1: August 4-8, 2025, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Cost: $443.35 US (Any refund amount will not include the administrative fee)
Audience for This Program: Students entering grades 10, 11, 12
Eligibility: U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder) of the U.S.

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Collecting Atmospheric Data with Sensors

Sensors are widely used by scientists at Brookhaven National Laboratory for exploring the invisible, from the tiniest particles to the most distant reaches of space. In this workshop, participants will use a set of sensors to investigate the atmosphere in different microclimates and learn about Brookhaven’s efforts in advancing our understanding of these complex systems. This workshop will teach fundamental coding techniques in Python and guide participants in writing code for data collection utilizing the sensors.

Note: There is no prior physics or programming experience required to participate.

Workshop Dates 1: August 4-8, 2025, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Cost: $590.55 US (Any refund amount will not include the administrative fee)
Audience for This Program: Students entering grades 10, 11, 12
Eligibility: U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder) of the U.S.

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Astrophysics: Exploring the Digital Universe

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to stand on the surface of Mars? Or what traveling beyond the Milky Way Galaxy could look like? Or what it means to witness the edge of the observable universe? You’re not alone! Scientists from Brookhaven National Lab and all across the planet have also been seeking answers to these questions. In this week-long experience, you’ll learn how to pilot OpenSpace, a powerful visualization tool that allows users to explore the furthest depths of the cosmos using real data collected from instruments on board a variety of mission spacecraft. With your newly developed flying skills, you'll then use OpenSpace to deliver a guided space show that highlights a BNL-related astrophysics topic.

Workshop Dates 1: August 11-15, 2025, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Cost: $546.34 US (Any refund amount will not include the administrative fee)
Audience for This Program: Students entering grades 10, 11, 12
Eligibility: U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder) of the U.S.