Expanding Horizons Institute - Student Information

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 An Exciting Opportunity for High School Juniors and Sophomores!


Since 1995, the Expanding Horizons Institute (EHI) has provided intensive skill development and personal growth experiences to first-generation, college-bound high school students. Our unique approach, which includes interactive seminars and paid summer internship, is designed to prepare students for the challenges of college, exposure to careers, and the responsibilities of civic life.

EHI is a dynamic program that offers the following opportunities:

  • Challenging yourself in new ways
  • Exposure to various professional career paths
  • Networking with successful professionals and other aspiring students 
  • Enhancing communication, collaboration, and leadership skills
  • Increasing confidence, responsibility, and independence
  • Receiving college admissions advice from experts
  • Becoming civically engaged

To participate, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Neither parent graduated from a four-year college
  • Currently a sophomore or junior attending a Title I high school in Los Angeles County 
  • Available from June 16 to July 28 for seminars and internship. (Complete list of dates.)
  • Eligible to work in the United States 

Key Dates for 2025:

  • Application deadline is March 21.
  • First round of interviews is March 28 & 29.
  • The second round of interviews will be at job sites in April.
  • The seminars and internship dates are from June 16 to July 28 (Complete list of dates.
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If you are ready to take the next step in your academic and professional journey,
we encourage you to apply to the 2025 Expanding Horizons Institute (EHI).

Any questions or concerns, please reach out to our dedicated EHI Staff.

 

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