SPINWIP Counselor Application

SPINWIP Counselor 2026

Stanford Program for Inspiring the Next Generation of Women in Physics (SPINWIP) is a free, virtual summer program for high-school girls. This program aims to introduce high-school girls to fundamental concepts in physics and astrophysics, equip them with basic programming skills, and encourage them to pursue careers in STEM. We’re looking for female students at Stanford who are passionate about science education and outreach to serve as counselors for three weeks from July 6 to July 24, 2026. Undergraduate and graduate students with physics and coding backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply!

Counselors will help students strengthen their skills in coding and grasp of physics concepts; foster a sense of community and inclusivity; and receive a $800 stipend as compensation for their work. 

Main responsibilities of a counselor include:

  • 1. Working closely with a group of 8-10 high-school girls over 3 weeks;
  • 2. Leading practice sections (1.5 hours per day) covering basic Python, physics, astrophysics topics;
  • 3. Hosting a total of 1-2 office hours (1 hour each);
  • 4. Attending counselor training and debrief sessions (5-6 hours total)

More information about being a counselor can be found on this webpage and in this document.

If you are interested in this position, please use this Google form to apply (priority deadline April 6, final deadline May 1, 2026) or reach out to spinwip-info@stanford.edu if you have any questions. Please note that you will need to log in to your Stanford account in order to access the Google Form.

We look forward to possibly working with you this summer!