Two Programs. One Summer. Real Results.
Whether your teen wants to work at a real startup or build their own product with AI, Nova School has a program that turns ambition into experience.
Choose Your Path
Both programs teach real-world skills that colleges and employers value. The difference is how your teen applies them.
LEAD Internship
Work at a real startup
Get placed on a real startup team where you tackle actual business challenges - marketing, product, operations. Present your work to the CEO at the end.
What you walk away with:
- Portfolio of real project work
- Professional references from startup mentors
- Internship experience for your resume
- LEAD Certificate of Completion
AI Entrepreneurship
Build your own product
Learn AI-powered vibe coding and build a real app from scratch - no coding experience needed. Validate your idea, build it, and launch on Demo Day.
What you walk away with:
- A live app you built and can show anyone
- AI and vibe-coding skills for any future project
- Entrepreneurship experience for college essays
- LEAD Certificate of Completion
Both Programs Include
No matter which program you choose, every student gets the full Nova School experience.
LEAD Skills Training
Leadership, Entrepreneurship, AI, and Design Thinking workshops
Expert Mentorship
Mentors from MIT, Harvard, Stanford, Wharton, and top startups
Real Projects
Tangible work you can show colleges, employers, and anyone who asks
Need-Based Scholarships
Partial and full scholarships available for qualified students
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Same pricing for both programs. Apply early and save $200.
Need-based scholarships (partial and full) are available. Indicate interest on your application.
How to Choose the Right Program
Choose the Internship if...
- You want to work on a real team at a real company
- You are interested in business, marketing, or operations
- You want a recommendation letter from a startup CEO
- You learn best by doing - not just watching
Choose Entrepreneurship if...
- You want to learn how entrepreneurs come up with ideas
- You want to bring an idea to life with AI and vibe-coding tools
- You want a tangible product to show colleges and employers
- You like creating things from scratch and being your own boss
Still not sure? Talk to our team - we will help you figure out the right fit.
Join a Free Info SessionFrequently Asked Questions
What ages are the summer programs designed for?
Both programs are designed for high school students ages 14-18. No prior experience in coding, business, or AI is required for either program.
Can students do both programs in one summer?
Yes. The LEAD Internship runs June 15 - July 25 and the AI Entrepreneurship program runs July 13 - August 7, so there is a brief overlap. Students who want to do both should contact us to discuss scheduling.
Are the programs in-person or virtual?
Both programs are virtual, so students can participate from anywhere. All sessions, mentorship, and collaboration happen online.
What is the early bird discount?
Applications submitted by April 15, 2026 receive a $200 discount - $2,290 instead of $2,490. Need-based scholarships (partial and full) are also available for both programs.
How do I decide between internship and entrepreneurship programs?
Choose the LEAD Internship if your teen wants to work on a real startup team, gain professional experience, and learn how businesses operate. Students are placed in teams of 2-4 at real companies where they tackle actual business challenges and present their work to executives. Choose the AI Entrepreneurship Program if your teen wants to learn how entrepreneurs think, come up with their own idea, and build a real product using AI and vibe-coding tools. Students go from idea to working product and deliver a business pitch on Demo Day. Both programs teach LEAD skills (Leadership, Entrepreneurship, AI, Design Thinking), include expert mentorship, and produce real portfolio work for college applications. If you are still unsure, join a free info session where our team can help you find the right fit.
This Summer, Do Something That Matters
Applications are open for Summer 2026. Spots are limited - early bird pricing ends April 15.