Experience what it’s like to be on assignment for National Geographic. Our summer programs for high school and middle school students immerse you in destinations around the globe, engaging with the world as a thoughtful explorer. No matter which trip you choose, you’ll travel with a purpose. Interactive projects — such as learning about cutting-edge technology being used to combat climate change,  researching threats to wildlife with scientists, or crafting a photography portfolio as you learn how to take images that tell a story — will deepen your understanding of the communities and landscapes you visit, and give you a finished project to share with your family and community back home.  You will leave informed and inspired to be a changemaker in your community. Explore our programs for summer 2024 below based on location, program type, On Assignment theme, or ideal length. 

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Norway

Anthropology, Culture, & Tradition
Photography
  • Exploration

Canadian Arctic

Photography
Wildlife Conservation
  • Photo Workshop

Yellowstone

Photography
  • Exploration

Ecuador & the Galápagos

Photography
Wildlife Conservation
  • Exploration

Iceland

Climate & Geology
Photography
  • Exploration

Namibia

Photography
Wildlife Conservation
  • Exploration

Thailand

Anthropology, Culture, & Tradition
Photography
  • University Workshop

Engineering & Robotics on the MIT Campus

Innovation, Technology & Robotics
  • Exploration

Costa Rica

Photography
Anthropology, Culture, & Tradition
  • Exploration

Japan

Photography
Anthropology, Culture, & Tradition
  • Middle School

Iceland

Climate & Geology
Photography
  • Middle School

Italy & Greece

Photography
Anthropology, Culture, & Tradition