CEYE Summer 2026 Applications Now Open
Dear Neighbor,
I’m pleased to share an exciting opportunity for students across our community.
The Center for Excellence in Youth Education (CEYE) at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai has officially opened applications for its Summer 2026 programs, including paid opportunities for NYC students interested in science, medicine and careers in the health professions.
These programs are designed to help students build skills, explore real-world career pathways and learn directly from professionals across the Mount Sinai Health System.
High School Level Programming (Summer 2026)
CEYE’s Summer 2026 programs are open to NYC high school students who are interested in STEM, medicine and health professions.
Programs Include: Medical and Scientific Exploration Program (MSEP)
Grades: 9th – 12th
Format: Hybrid
- Weekly virtual sessions with Mount Sinai professionals
- Fridays are in-person on Mount Sinai’s campus
- Each week, a different Mount Sinai team introduces students to real-world careers in science and medicine
Featured areas include Oncology, Neuroscience, Neurosurgery, Cardiology and Pediatrics
Internship Placement Program (IPP)
Grade: 11th grade only
Format: 100% In-Person
- Students gain hands-on experience across the Mount Sinai Health System
- Focus on research, communication and clinical skills
- Students are placed into one of four tracks:
- Hospital Placement
- Veterinary Sciences
- Neurosurgery Scholars (NSS)
Cultivating Neurological Success (CNS)
Program Dates
Summer Session: July 6, 2026 – August 14, 2026
Application Deadline: February 1, 2026
College Level Programming: NERA MedPrep Program
The North East Regional Alliance (NERA) MedPrep program is a three-year medical school preparedness initiative designed for pre-med college students who are committed to pursuing careers in medicine.
This program provides:
- Academic and professional development support
- Long-term mentorship
- Preparation for medical school pathways
Applications for NERA MedPrep are also now open.
Virtual Information Sessions
Students, families, educators and community partners are encouraged to attend upcoming virtual information sessions to learn more about the programs and application process.
Click here to register for session one: December 17, 2025 | 4:00 – 5:00 PM.
Click here to register for session two: January 15, 2026 | 4:00 – 5:00 PM
How to Apply
Students can learn more about each program and submit their applications online by clicking here.
For general questions, families and students may contact:
I encourage families, students, educators and community partners to share this opportunity widely. Programs like these help open doors, build confidence and create pathways to careers in health and science.
Yours in Service,
Senator Leroy Comrie
New York State Senator
District 14 | Queens
