Internships for high schoolers

Founded in 2012, Urban Ecology Teen Internship (Urban Eco-Teens) is a paid internship for high school students that prepares them for college, stewardship, and natural resource management professions. All interns work, in Van Cortlandt Park, alongside horticulturists and natural areas restoration staff from Van Cortlandt Park and NYC Parks. Interns learn about local flora and fauna, complete labs, go on nature-focused field trips, and explore green career opportunities with natural resource professionals.

Teen Gallery Guides at the Getty Villa is a paid summer internship for Boyle Heights teens who are interested in exploring the connections between art and science, working in community with teen peers, building public speaking skills, and engaging with art professionals and museum spaces in unique ways. Interns will focus on ancient art, archaeology, art conservation, and scientific processes while learning strategies for understanding objects in the Getty Villa’s collection of ancient Greek and Roman art. Over the summer, interns will be introduced to methods of research, audience engagement techniques, and gallery teaching strategies to research, develop, and lead STEAM-focused interactive gallery experiences for school-aged visitors. Transportation to and from the Getty Villa is provided to each intern, as well as a stipend.

TDIndustries provides internship opportunities to high schoolers in the communities where they work, which includes San Antonio. Interns gain insight into careers in the trades, build their professional networks, and receive hands-on training in construction, manufacturing, and facilities management.

This 10-week program for Texas high school seniors provides firsthand experience in a research environment and insight into the numerous career opportunities at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. Over the course of the program, participants tackle a research project in a biomedical field under the guidance of full-time faculty and listen to seminars on a wide variety of research topics.

The University of Chicago Youth Internship Program is a paid summer employment opportunity for Chicago Public Schools high school students who live on the South Side. The program lasts for two summers and aims to provide students with valuable work experience, a stronger peer network, and professional development opportunities through weekly workshops, guest speakers, social-emotional learning seminars, career exploration activities, and college readiness and access programming. The first summer is focused on career and college awareness, exploration, and preparation, while the second summer offers a six-week direct internship within one of several University units in health sciences, computer sciences, or IT services.

The HIP IMO (High school student Internship Program in Integrated Mathematical Oncology) is an 8-week summer program at the Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, Florida that provides high school students aged 16 or older with interdisciplinary team science research experiences. The program is designed to prepare motivated aspiring scientists for interdisciplinary cancer research careers. Under the mentorship of faculty and scientists in the Integrated Mathematical Oncology department, students are involved in research projects that are appropriate to their interests and abilities. HIP IMO provides access to required computer equipment and software throughout the entire internship. Selected students receive a $1,000 scholarship and are required to attend daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. They will gain oral presentation experience by designing and delivering a 15-minute presentation to department members and guests at the HIP IMO research day and write a three-page scientific report at the end of the program.

ArtsWestchester offers internship opportunities in specialized fields. Our interns gain valuable experience that can be used in future careers such as: project management, public relations, professional writing, team collaboration, leadership and responsibility. Current roles include: Editorial Intern, Web Content and Database Intern, Grants & Government Relations Intern, Arts in Education Intern, Gallery/Exhibitions Intern, Development/Special Events Intern, Human Resources Intern

Offering a behind-the-scenes look into the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, ambassadors examine artifacts from the Museum and explore ongoing themes and issues raised by 9/11. With this foundation, ambassadors craft artifact talks and learn how to present them effectively to a variety of audiences.

The Poetry Society of New York has a simple mission: to redefine and reestablish poetry's essential position in the culture-at-large. Internship tasks can be tailored around your interests whether those interests are in event production, marketing or PR, fundraising and development, editorial work, or elsewhere. As a small non-profit, we empower our interns with a lot more responsibility than most organizations, and we usually become life-long friends.

The Fresh Coast Ambassador Program introduces residents of MMSD's service area with preference to the 30th Street Corridor and Kinnickinnic River neighborhoods who are between the ages of 15 and 23 to water industry careers, watercourse issues, and green infrastructure, while generally promoting personal and professional development. Learning and work experiences include natural resource conservation, urban agriculture, green infrastructure, and trails. The curriculum promotes competency consistent with (a) the Common Core Standards for English language arts, history, social studies, science, and mathematics and (b) the National Green Infrastructure Certification Program, established by the Water Environment Federation.

Sign up for the annual SheTech Summer Internship Exploration program to discover opportunities in Silicon Slopes tech companies with other high school girls. The 2023 SheTech Internship Exploration will offer to weeks of in-person and virtual sessions.

The Berkeley Lab Director's Apprenticeship Program (BLDAP) is a high school STEM (Science Technology Engineering Mathematics) program designed to help students develop 21st century skills, learn about Berkeley Lab’s research activities, receive college and career guidance, and develop a STEM network in a real-life work environment. It is a project-based program where participants engage in hands-on projects, an engaging computer science short course, and weekly discussions with STEM professionals. The program focuses on building 21st-century research skills such as problem-solving, communication, and collaboration while building a vibrant STEM network. BLDAP is open to public school students in 10th and 11th grade in the Bay area, particularly Alameda, San Francisco, and West Contra Costa counties, and seeks to reflect the racial demographics of the residential population. Students from underrepresented groups in STEM are highly encouraged to apply. The program takes place in-person for six weeks during the summer and students receive college and career guidance, and develop a STEM network in real-life work environments.

From this house, Mark Twain changed the way the world sees America and the way Americans see themselves. We continue the conversation he began. The Mark Twain House & Museum is always looking for talented and engaged student interns.

The Smithsonian Office of Internships provides high school students the opportunity to gain experience in the world’s largest museum, education, and research institution. There are a variety of virtual, hybrid, and in-person internship opportunities across the various different museums such as the National Museum of Natural History, National Portrait Museum, and National Museum of the American Indian, and a variety of others.

The Princeton University Preparatory Program is a highly engaged, holistic college preparation and success program that fosters development of students who have been historically marginalized. Our multi-year, tuition-free program prepares participants for admission to and success within selective colleges and universities, and beyond.

The Cedars-Sinai High School Student Volunteer Program is the perfect opportunity for young students interested in a healthcare career. This program offers students aged 14-18 the chance to interact with patients, healthcare staff, and learn firsthand about the medical center's various operations. Students can choose between clinical (patient care) or clerical (administrative) volunteer assignments with tasks ranging from answering phone calls to assisting with meal trays. The volunteer program requires a minimum of 100 hours and takes a year-round approach, starting from March 1, 2023. Participants must be enrolled in high school, and annual flu vaccinations, initial and annual health evaluations, among other requirements, must be fulfilled

The Accounting and Information Management (AIM) Academy is a summer program designed specifically for high school rising juniors who are underrepresented in the fields of accounting and information management. The program lasts for six days and provides workshops in various areas such as accounting, finance, entrepreneurship, and professional development. These classes will be taught by university faculty and staff, which will provide students with an opportunity to engage with professionals in the field of business. AIM Academy also includes team building sessions and college readiness workshops, aimed at connecting students with each other while preparing them for college. In short, the program provides a comprehensive and immersive learning experience that equips students with the necessary knowledge and skills to succeed in their future business careers.

The Cape May County Zoo's Jr. Zookeeper program a unique half day program designed for children between the ages of 10 and 15 that are interested in learning about the many aspects of operating a zoo.

The Penn Museum Teen Summer Internship Program is a hybrid program that offers both in-person and remote internship opportunities. Interns will report to the Penn Museum for work on Mondays through Wednesdays and will work with a specific Museum department to gain valuable hands-on experience. On Thursdays and Fridays, interns will participate in professional development and college readiness workshops organized by the Bloomberg Arts Internship remotely.

The Science Squad internship program at the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) is designed to provide teens with an opportunity to develop soft skills such as communication, leadership, and job readiness, which are valuable for any future job. As part of the program, volunteers will engage visitors in interactive science activities at the museum, and receive training on different topics each week. The internship has three sessions: Spring, Summer, and Fall, and continuing volunteers have the opportunity to mentor new volunteers and work on expanding their science communication skills by creating their own demonstrations or short videos. The program aims to inspire curiosity in science while providing an enriching experience for teenage volunteers.

Enroll in an intensive pre-college course, designed to challenge and engage high-achieving students in a supportive environment. Choose from over 70 courses in a dozen subject areas. Study alongside a cohort of like-minded students from all over the world. Experience college life while discovering one of the world's great cities. Attend college success events to prepare for the academic rigors of university life. Earn a Columbia University Certification of Participation and an instructor evaluation.

The Camden City School District Students Working to Access Greatness (SWAG) Program is a 5 week summer youth employment program for Camden City middle school and high school students. SWAG’s mission is to provide Camden City students with a meaningful summer experience that will successfully prepare them for future employment.

Explore nature in the city, participate in hands-on scientific investigations, and learn about career paths in ecology, environmental science, and conservation! Participants in the Teenagers Exploring and Explaining Nature and Science (TEENS) program conduct urban ecology and environmental science investigations, study the nature found in our city’s parks, neighborhoods, and forest preserves, and participate in habitat restoration and other ecological stewardship activities. Teens contribute data to existing local, regional and global research projects and work in teams to develop their own research questions to investigate. Program participants learn how to use smartphones to collect data in the field and create web-based digital maps and other data visualizations.