Summer Springboard
Artificial Intelligence - A Responsible Approach
ON THE CAMPUS OF MIT*
* This academic course (9am – noon), will be held at Æthos in the Cambridge Innovation Center, in the Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA area.
DISCOVER THE FUTURE OF TECHNOLOGY THROUGH A HANDS-ON AI PROGRAM EMPOWERING STUDENTS TO EXPLORE CUTTING-EDGE INNOVATIONS AND GAIN REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE
THIS IS A TWO-WEEK PROGRAM WHERE YOU’LL FOCUS ON ONE COURSE FOR THE ENTIRE DURATION.
Artificial Intelligence - A Responsible Approach @ Cambridge, MA
- Gain hands-on experience in AI by working with innovative startups at Æthos, a vibrant community at the Cambridge Innovation Center.
- Engage in daily hands-on experiences and projects, collaborating with leading institutions and top AI experts.
- Attend educational sessions to learn core AI concepts like Deep Learning and Neural Networks, and examine ethical implications and algorithmic bias.
- Participate in interactive workshops to explore AI mechanics, build real solutions, and deepen technical understanding.
- Pitch AI startup ideas to founders and industry leaders from institutions.
- Connect with AI professionals for mentorship, career insights, and expanded field experience in a cutting-edge environment.
Summer Springboard
Artificial Intelligence - A Responsible Approach
About This Course
An artificial intelligence program for teens in Cambridge, MA
The demand for expertise in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning is rapidly growing as these technologies continue to transform industries and improve both emerging and existing systems. In this exclusive hands-on AI course for rising juniors and seniors, students will explore cutting-edge technologies and learn how to responsibly leverage AI across various sectors. They will examine the ethical implications of AI, its potential for social good, and ultimately apply their knowledge to solve real-world challenges. This hands-on experience empowers students to see how AI is used not just as a tool for innovation but as a force for positive change.
Hosted by Æthos, a vibrant AI community at the Cambridge Innovation Center, the program immerses students in a professional environment where they work directly with startups at the forefront of AI innovation. Through interactive workshops, expert mentorship, and collaborative problem-solving, students will develop practical technical and leadership skills. They’ll gain valuable insight into AI-driven entrepreneurship and future career opportunities, while enhancing critical thinking and self-awareness. By the end of the program, students will have built a strong foundation in AI, expanded their professional network, and gained a competitive edge for college, internships, and careers in the evolving tech landscape.
TOPICS YOU'LL EXPLORE
Hands-on Learning
Students will gain hands-on experience in artificial intelligence by working directly with innovative startups at Æthos, an AI-focused community based in the Cambridge Innovation Center. Through daily fieldwork, interactive workshops, and real-world projects, students will explore the mechanics of AI, apply their knowledge to meaningful challenges, and develop practical solutions. This immersive experience empowers students to build technical skills, collaborate with industry experts, and explore AI through the lenses of entrepreneurship, ethics, and social impact.
Career Exploration
This course offers students a unique opportunity to explore career pathways in artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship, and emerging technology. By working alongside startups, engaging with top AI experts, and receiving mentorship from professionals at institutions like Harvard and MIT, students gain firsthand insight into what it’s like to work in the field. Through real-world projects and exposure to different AI applications across industries, students will better understand their interests, build professional networks, and develop the skills needed to pursue future college programs, internships, and careers in the rapidly growing tech sector.
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“I enjoyed being able to learn from a subject matter expert and being able to get a better idea about what a career in AI would look like.”
-Andy M. | Alumni Student
Summer Springboard
Artificial Intelligence - A Responsible Approach
Meet Your Instructor
Mireia Torello is the CEO and co-founder of Aikreate, a global EdTech company transforming how students learn about Artificial Intelligence. With a PhD in Earth Sciences and an Executive MBA from IESE Business School, Mireia brings both academic excellence and real-world experience to the classroom. She has led Aikreate’s work with schools, universities, and governments. Recognized as a 2025 Leading Woman in AI at the ASU+GSV Summit and selected for MIT’s Venture Advancement Program, Mireia is passionate about helping students not only understand AI but use it safely, ethically, and creatively. Her programs are designed to give young learners the confidence and critical thinking skills they need in an AI-driven world.
Marc Oliveras is an experienced educator and curriculum designer with over 20 years in STEM education and a PhD in Economics. For the past 9 years, he has led AI Literacy programs that empower students to understand and use AI with confidence and responsibility. As co-founder of Aikreate, Marc developed KreatePrompt, the platform’s proprietary Large Language Model that gives students a hands-on, approachable way to explore AI—no coding needed. Marc has worked with thousands of students across the U.S., Europe, and Latin America, guiding them to think critically about technology and its role in their future. His approach blends technical learning with creativity, ethics, and problem-solving—ensuring students are not just tech-savvy, but thoughtful and prepared for the world ahead.
MIREIA TORELLO
MARC OLIVERAS
“Summer Springboard was a great experience for me. It helped me learn and make strong relationships with new people.”
-Larson M. | Alumni Student
Summer Springboard
Artificial Intelligence - A Responsible Approach
Dates & Tuition
| 2026 Dates |
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| Session 1: June 21 – July 3, 2026 |
| Session 2: July 5 – July 17, 2026 |
Click here to enroll in this course using our online enrollment form.
| Tuition |
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| Residential Tuition: $6,798 |
| Commuter Tuition: $3,498 |
| Course Supplement: $250 |
Tuition Protection Plan: Allows for cancellation for any reason up until the day of the program.
| Location |
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| City: Cambridge |
| State: Massachusetts |
| Campus: MIT* |
* To maximize the hands-on experience of this academic course (9am – noon), it will be held off the campus of MIT, in the Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA area.
Summer Springboard programs are not run by our campus partners (with the exception of Cal Poly, UW Foster and NYSID which are run in partnership with SSB). Universities and their affiliated departments and partners do not control and are not responsible or liable in any manner for any part of the Summer Springboard program.