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Career Experiences for Teens
Learn from experts, pursue your passion, and prepare for your dream job.
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Finance and Investing
We have collaborated with the New York Institute of Finance (NYIF) to develop three unparalleled financial educational experiences for high school students in New York City, Tokyo, and London. These immersive summer experiences are outstanding opportunities for ambitious high school students to pursue their passion for finance and gain practical insights for their future careers.
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Sports Business
The Sports Biz Boot Camp and Westcoast Connection have collaborated to create the ultimate program for high school students who are passionate about the business of sports and are looking to pursue a career in sports management. Join Stephen Master, a longtime NYU Stern Professor and former executive at both the NFL and NBA, as he leads you through a mix of engaging lectures, collaborative group projects, and real-world site visits for an extensive introduction to the world of sports.
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Marine Science & Conservation
Based at UC San Diego, this immersive marine science & conservation program for teens introduces students to real-world initiatives through marine-biology labs, field excursions, classroom discussions, and up-close animal encounters. From the shores of La Jolla to the research labs of Scripps Institution of Oceanography, students will experience life as a wildlife scientist on the front lines of environmental conservation.
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Medicine
Learn what it takes to run a mobile clinic in the Guanacaste Region of Costa Rica on this combination community service & career experience for high school students. Under the guidance of MEDLIFE doctors and other medical professionals, you will help provide free healthcare to communities within Guanacaste.
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Who are the staff and what are their qualifications?
Our staff are educators, guidance counselors, coaches, college and university students, former camp counselors, residence life coordinators, community volunteers, world travelers, and other leaders with diverse backgrounds. Many are former participants themselves who couldn’t get enough of the Westcoast experience! Learn more about our summer leaders.
What if I need to contact my teen during the program?
Participants may bring their cell phones so parents may call and message their kids directly. You may also contact our Communication Centers which serve as the official link between programs on the road and parents. We are staffed every day during the summer and have somebody on call for after hours emergencies ready to assist you 24/7.
Will attending one of your programs help me get into college?
Attending a summer program is an incredible opportunity to learn and grow into a more well-rounded, mature individual. No matter what type of program you choose, the personal development and experience gained over the course of the summer are valuable resources that could help you with your college essays and applications. If your goal for the summer is to get a head start on college prep, a Career Experience or Pre-College Enrichment program could be just what you need. So while attending any particular summer program will not necessarily get you into your choice school, what you get from it can make a difference!