Summer internships can make your average, high-achieving, New York City kid really stand out from the rest of the equally high-achieving pack when it's time to apply to colleges. In an era when applications have become increasingly competitive—leaving schools to look for more than good grades, great test scores, an outstanding essay, and a list of after-school activities—these summer internships in NYC offer kids hands-on, real-world experience, and some even include leadership opportunities.

NYC summer internships come in various formats, paid and unpaid, regular and intermittent, educational and creative, with some also offering school or volunteer credit. The primary thing summer internships in NYC for teens tend to have in common is the application due dates are usually long before most teens have started thinking about their summer—or college—plans.

To make sure your teens don’t miss out on any opportunities, we've rounded up 17 great summer internships in NYC for teens. Most are accepting applications now. Find more teen-friendly happenings in our Tween and Teen Guide to NYC.

A mere 21 miles away from Austin lies Round Rock, TX. A charming Texas town that’s grown exponentially in the last few decades, it’s the kind of place with plenty of excitement and family-friendly entertainment to warrant a visit all on its own—even without a stop at Texas’ state capital. Luckily, we’ve got all the details on the best things to do in Round Rock, TX with kids, so whether you’re looking to avoid the hustle and bustle of Austin, or if you’re in the mood for water park fun, here’s everything you need to know.

The best part? Round Rock is under three hours away from both Dallas and Houston, so it’s the perfect destination for a quick getaway or weekend road trip.

Gymnastics classes provide a great introduction to physical fitness. Often called the "mother of all sports" for its conditioning qualities and focus on strength, balance, and flexibility, these gymnastics classes in NYC give kids an early athletic foundation.

Read on for 16 gymnastics classes in NYC for kids—whether you just want somewhere for little ones to get their wiggles out, or they're eyeing a future Olympic appearance. For more great classes for kids, including everything from tennis classes to karate classes and more, check out our NYC Classes for Kids Guide and our searchable Classes Directory.

In any kind of weather, New England indoor water parks mean family fun! 

Free things to do in Dallas—what? Yup, you heard that right! There’s no shortage of attractions, activities, tours, and events in DFW that cost you absolutely nothing, so save your cash for summer camps, theme parks, and Cowboys games and take advantage of all the free things to do in Dallas and the rest of the metroplex with kids.

DFW definitely lives up to that whole “everything is bigger in Texas” thing; even if you’ve lived here your entire life, we’re betting there are some boxes you haven’t checked, especially when it comes to free things to do in Dallas. So scroll through this list, make your plans, and have a blast, ya’ll!

At just over two square miles, Falls Church City, Virginia is known as "The Little City." But don't let the nickname fool you—The Little City is big on family-friendly fun. Though it's conveniently located less than 10 miles from DC and easily accessed by Route 50, Route 66, and the East or West Falls Church Metro stations, Falls Church City is bursting with small-town charm.

Here are some of the best family-friendly places to visit in Falls Church City, VA. Check out our Guide to Family Day Trips and Weekend Getaways for DC Kids for more great cities to visit in the DC area, like Kensington, MD and Clifton, VA.