2026 Summer Program: Student Teacher @Summerbridge Hong Kong
Summerbridge Hong Kong is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering underprivileged secondary school students in Hong Kong through programs that strengthen English communication, academic, and life skills—helping to build confidence and interpersonal abilities. Summerbridge strives to bridge educational gaps caused by socioeconomic disparities and inspire young people to become future educators.
Be part of the Summerbridge Hong Kong 2026 Summer Program! HKUST students are invited to participate in the Program as student teachers to work with local secondary school students aged 13 to 15. If you are passionate about youth education and in developing transferable skills, join us in making a positive impact to the community!
What is it like to teach at Summerbridge?
- Involved in the entire process of teaching: curriculum design, teaching, and assessment.
- Engage students facing socioeconomic challenges in an English-immersion environment and give back to the community.
- Develop leadership and project management skills through classroom teaching and collaboration with other student teachers in event planning.
- High work ownership and autonomy as the majority of the Summer Program is planned, administered, and executed by student teachers.
- Work with student teachers around the world and be ready to experience cross-cultural interactions and build new friendships!
Information Session
Summerbridge Hong Kong will be hosting two information sessions in January. Through these sessions, you will have the opportunity to learn more about the organization and this summer program. You will also meet program alumni and hear their experiences.
Session A
Date: 20 Jan 2026 (Tue)
Time: 5 – 6pm
Session B
Date: 21 Jan 2026 (Wed)
Time: 10 – 11am
*All sessions will be conducted on Zoom and the link will be provided after registration.
If you are interested, please register here at least TWO days before your preferred session. If you have any questions, please contact Summerbridge Hong Kong at info@summerbridge.org.hk.
Program Schedule
| Activity | Period / Date |
| Interview | Present - Apr 2026 |
| Orientation & Training | 13 - 29 Jun 2026 |
| Classes in session | 30 Jun - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Celebration & Evaluation | 1 - 7 Aug 2026 |
Time Commitment: 8am - 6pm (Mon - Fri), including some Saturdays and public holidays.
Application Details
| Eligibility |
|
|---|---|
| Application | Download the application form here and send it via email to info@summerbridge.org.hk or by mail to the following address: Summerbridge Hong Kong Office 3510, 35/F, Hong Kong Plaza 188 Connaught Road West, Sai Ying Pun Hong Kong |
| Application Deadline | Non-HK residents: 27 Feb 2026 HK residents: 13 Mar 2026 |
| Selection & Interview | Shortlisted applicants will be notified via email or phone. |
Remarks:
1. Applications are considered on a rolling basis.
2. University students will receive a stipend of HK $8,000 from Summerbridge Hong Kong to cover food and travel costs incurred during the program.