UBC Summer Science Program

Applications are open until June 15th! Apply now for a chance to participate in culture, science, and health workshops and learn more about university. Can’t wait to see you there! ☀️🧬

Want to gain meaningful experience, build connections, and support Indigenous youth on their educational journey? Volunteer with the UBC Summer Science Program this August! Join us for two incredible weeks of learning, laughter, and leadership at UBC Vancouver.

Check out the link in our description to learn more about the role! To apply, email your resume and cover letter to [email protected]

Application deadline is June 13th.

Introducing TORYN! Toryn was a program assistant in 2024 and is joining us again this year! Got questions about applications, travel, workshops, or anything program related? Our program assistants are here to help!

Toryn is a proud member of the Gitxsan First Nation from rural northwestern British Columbia. He was born and raised on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Gitxsan Lax’yip on the Gitanmaax reservation. He belongs to the house of Miluulak of the frog clan as was his mother and her mother before her.
Toryn has just completed his Bachelor’s of Kinesiology degree where he had the opportunity to further his knowledge and deepen his passion for health and wellbeing. He is very passionate about working in community and hopes to work in rural Indigenous communities in health and wellbeing promotion.

Introducing KALINA! Kalina is joining us this summer as a Program Assistant! You may have already spoken with Kalina through outreach over the phone or email!

Kalina is a fourth year student, within the Indigenous Teacher’s Education Program (NITEP). She was born in Yellowknife, North West Territories, and is of Dene, Chipewyan Indigenous ancestry and mixed European settler ancestry. Kalina is majoring within history and arts, with plans to teach in highschools. She has focused on developing her artistic practices in many fields, obtaining an honours diploma in Global makeup, being a member in a local pottery collective and teaching violin to local youth. As a future Indigenous educator, she plans to help shape the minds of future youth through Indigenous pedagogical practices.

Introducing ELLA! Ella is joining Summer Science for her second year as a Program Assistant! She is working behind the scenes planning camp along side the rest of the team, and is here to answer any questions

Ella is a proud member of the Tsimshian Nation. She grew up on the traditional, unceded territory of the Squamish Nation in Squamish BC, and is studying math at UBC. Ella is passionate about increasing Indigenous representation in STEM-related fields and supporting Indigenous youth in exploring post-secondary pathways in STEM. The Summer Science Program reflects her passion by allowing her to help Indigenous youth explore STEM post-secondary pathways in a fun and culturally safe space.

Applications are still open for UBC Summer Science 2026!

Wondering how you can apply? You can apply through email, our online application or mailing your application to Summer Science! Look further into these options through our website: https://health.indigenous.ubc.ca/ssp-applications/

Got questions? Email us at [email protected]

Introducing JILLIAN! Jillian is joining Summer Science as one of our Program Assistants! She is here to answer any camp related questions through our email!

Jillian was born and raised on treaty one territory in Winnipeg, Manitoba. She is a proud member of the Red River Metis Nation. This is her first year working with Summer Science. Jillian is passionate about working with Indigenous youth to grow their cultural knowledge as well as her own. She is currently working towards a degree in education and is about to start her second year studying at UBC with the Indigenous Teachers Education program (NITEP). Jillian is focusing on becoming a future educator, and hopefully, role model to Indigenous youth.

Introducing GEORGIA! A warm welcome back to Georgia as your 2026 Program Manager! She has been hard at work creating a fun and enriching experience for campers while supporting her team!

This is Georgia’s third year with Summer Science. She has a passion for working with youth in community-based settings and is dedicated to providing an enriching, welcoming, and exciting space for Indigenous youth to explore health and sciences fields of study while they connect with Elders, role models, and peers through cultural activities at camp. One of her favourite memories at camp is learning how to make cedar roses with Elders and students!

Programs like UBC Summer Science are not just about learning new skills. They are about opening doors.

By bringing together Indigenous youth, Elders, and professionals, the program supports exploration, connection, and the development of future pathways in health and STEM.

For students entering Grades 9–12 in September 2026:
Week 1 (Grades 11/12): August 2–8
Week 2 (Grades 9/10): August 9–15
Questions: [email protected]

More information: https://health.indigenous.ubc.ca
Applications close next Monday: https://bit.ly/CEIHSSP

CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS! 📣
UBC Summer Science is looking for passionate and enthusiastic volunteers to support our Indigenous high school program this August.

Check out the link in our description to learn more about the role! To apply, email your resume and cover letter to [email protected]

Application deadline is June 13th.