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Naval STEM
Science and Engineering Apprenticeship Program
The Science and Engineering Apprenticeship Program (SEAP) places high school students in Department of Navy (DoN) laboratories where they take part in real Naval research for eight weeks during the summer. SEAP gives academically talented sophomores, juniors, and seniors interested in STEM the opportunity to learn about Naval research and technology while receiving first-class mentoring by top scientists and engineers.
What it is
The Science and Engineering Apprenticeship Program (SEAP) places high school students in Department of Navy (DoN) laboratories where they take part in real Naval research for eight weeks during the summer. SEAP gives academically talented sophomores, juniors, and seniors interested in STEM the opportunity to learn about Naval research and technology while receiving first-class mentoring by top scientists and engineers.
Best fit
Academically talented sophomores, juniors, and seniors interested in STEM
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Applications Open August 1st- November 1st
Fairfax County
Fairfax County Youth Leadership Program
The Fairfax County Youth Leadership Program (FCYLP) is designed to educate and motivate high school students to become engaged residents and leaders in the community. Accepted students participate in monthly learning sessions, complete a three-week paid internship in a Fairfax County department, and act as 'ambassadors' for the program by speaking to middle school civics classes.
What it is
The Fairfax County Youth Leadership Program (FCYLP) is designed to educate and motivate high school students to become engaged residents and leaders in the community. Accepted students participate in monthly learning sessions, complete a three-week paid internship in a Fairfax County department, and act as 'ambassadors' for the program by speaking to middle school civics classes.
Best fit
Fairfax County high school juniors
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Applications for the next class of Juniors will be available in mid-September. Applications will be due by November 6, 2026.
The Fund for American Studies
TFAS D.C. Academic Internship Programs
This TFAS program track is ideal for students who are interested in learning about the legislative process and how it affects industries around the country and world. Students will gain the professional experience needed to succeed in a variety of fields, including business, law and government. Students will see government relations from the inside, where they will learn about representing the interests of a company or industry to the government and media.
What it is
This TFAS program track is ideal for students who are interested in learning about the legislative process and how it affects industries around the country and world. Students will gain the professional experience needed to succeed in a variety of fields, including business, law and government. Students will see government relations from the inside, where they will learn about representing the interests of a company or industry to the government and media.
Best fit
Undergraduate
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Final Admissions Deadline: February 8
National Institutes of Health (NIH) Office of Intramural Training & Education
NIH High School Summer Internship Program
An opportunity for students in college, graduate, and professional school to perform a summer research internship in the Intramural Research Program at the NIH.
What it is
An opportunity for students in college, graduate, and professional school to perform a summer research internship in the Intramural Research Program at the NIH.
Best fit
Current high school juniors and seniors interested in biomedical research
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Application closes on Tuesday, January 26, 2027 at 12 pm (noon) ET. Reference Letters are due Tuesday, February 2, 2027 at 12 pm (noon) ET.
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
Summer High School Internship Program
Students interested in science can spend their summers in our labs at the Boulder, CO, or the Gaithersburg, MD, campuses through NIST’s Summer High School Intern Program (SHIP). Students learn from top scientists at NIST and work on your own research project.
What it is
Students interested in science can spend their summers in our labs at the Boulder, CO, or the Gaithersburg, MD, campuses through NIST’s Summer High School Intern Program (SHIP). Students learn from top scientists at NIST and work on your own research project.
Best fit
High school students with interest in scientific research
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Applications generally open on November 1 and close in last week of January of the following year.
Office of Naval Research
Science and Engineering Apprentice Program
The Science and Engineering Apprentice Program (SEAP) places academically talented high school students with interest and ability in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) as apprentices in Department of Defense (DoD) laboratories for eight weeks during the summer. The program offers students a unique and positive experience in their fields of interest and encourages them to pursue STEM related careers.
What it is
The Science and Engineering Apprentice Program (SEAP) places academically talented high school students with interest and ability in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) as apprentices in Department of Defense (DoD) laboratories for eight weeks during the summer. The program offers students a unique and positive experience in their fields of interest and encourages them to pursue STEM related careers.
Best fit
Academically talented high school students with interest and ability in STEM
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
The online application period is now open through November 30th for the Summer 2027 internship program.
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
High School Scientific Training and Enrichment Program
An opportunity for students in college, graduate, and professional school to perform a summer research internship in the Intramural Research Program at the NIH.
What it is
An opportunity for students in college, graduate, and professional school to perform a summer research internship in the Intramural Research Program at the NIH.
Best fit
rising 12th graders from diverse and low-income backgrounds
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
The SIP 2027 application will open in mid-November 2026. The application will close in mid-February, 2027. Reference Letters are given an additional week past the application deadline.
Naval STEM
Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program
The Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program (NREIP) places college and university students in Department of Navy (DoN) laboratories where they take part in real Naval research for ten weeks during the summer. NREIP is a competitive program with over 800 placements in 62 laboratories around the country.
What it is
The Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program (NREIP) places college and university students in Department of Navy (DoN) laboratories where they take part in real Naval research for ten weeks during the summer. NREIP is a competitive program with over 800 placements in 62 laboratories around the country.
Best fit
College and university students pursuing STEM careers
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Applications Open August 1st- November 1st
U.S. Department of Education
Student Volunteer Internship Program
The Student Volunteer Internship Program at the White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities offers students the opportunity to gain professional experience while volunteering with the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants must be enrolled at least half-time in an accredited educational institution and submit a cover letter, resume, and completed application form.
What it is
The Student Volunteer Internship Program at the White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities offers students the opportunity to gain professional experience while volunteering with the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants must be enrolled at least half-time in an accredited educational institution and submit a cover letter, resume, and completed application form.
Best fit
Students attending HBCUs
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Rolling — apply anytime
Department of Agriculture (USDA)
HACU National Internship Federal Program
Connecting college students to paid federal internships since 1992.
What it is
Connecting college students to paid federal internships since 1992.
Best fit
Students
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Priority Deadline: November 20, 2026
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
NIH Summer Internship Program (SIP)
An opportunity for students in college, graduate, and professional school to perform a summer research internship in the Intramural Research Program at the NIH.
What it is
An opportunity for students in college, graduate, and professional school to perform a summer research internship in the Intramural Research Program at the NIH.
Best fit
U.S. citizens and permanent residents interested in biomedical, behavioral, and social sciences research
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Accepting
National Institutes of Health
Summer Internship Program
An opportunity for students in college, graduate, and professional school to perform a summer research internship in the Intramural Research Program at the NIH.
What it is
An opportunity for students in college, graduate, and professional school to perform a summer research internship in the Intramural Research Program at the NIH.
Best fit
U.S. citizens or permanent residents interested in biomedical, behavioral, and social sciences
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
The application will close on Tuesday, January 26, 2027 at 12 pm (noon) ET. Reference Letters are due Tuesday, February 2, 2027 at 12 pm (noon) ET.
Montgomery County Public Schools
Media Production Internship
The intern will work within the Education and Community Engagement department at Montgomery County Media, gaining hands-on experience across a range of media production disciplines. Responsibilities may include podcast production (writing, hosting, and producing), television production, video editing, and the operation of camera, lighting, and audio equipment.
What it is
The intern will work within the Education and Community Engagement department at Montgomery County Media, gaining hands-on experience across a range of media production disciplines. Responsibilities may include podcast production (writing, hosting, and producing), television production, video editing, and the operation of camera, lighting, and audio equipment.
Best fit
14 and older
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Register by Oct 1, 2026
Virginia Department of Health
VDH Internship Academy
The VDH Internship Academy is a structured program that allows current or recent students to explore what it is like to work at VDH. Interns work directly within a program area or at a local health department on projects where they’ll be immersed as part of the team. The program includes a 2-day in-person kick-off event, mentorship, weekly meetings, networking opportunities, and a 2-day closing event and ceremony.
What it is
The VDH Internship Academy is a structured program that allows current or recent students to explore what it is like to work at VDH. Interns work directly within a program area or at a local health department on projects where they’ll be immersed as part of the team. The program includes a 2-day in-person kick-off event, mentorship, weekly meetings, networking opportunities, and a 2-day closing event and ceremony.
Best fit
current or recent students
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Application submissions will open on December 18th, 2026.
Inova Health System
Summer Student Internship
Each summer, we have 2-5 students who work with our research staff and a physician mentor on a research project in the realm of advanced lung disease or lung transplantation. The student’s summer volunteer experience may also include opportunities to attend research conferences, clinical educational conferences, observe patient procedures and patient visits during the course of the workday. At the end of the internship, students will be asked to give a PowerPoint presentation on their project.
What it is
Each summer, we have 2-5 students who work with our research staff and a physician mentor on a research project in the realm of advanced lung disease or lung transplantation. The student’s summer volunteer experience may also include opportunities to attend research conferences, clinical educational conferences, observe patient procedures and patient visits during the course of the workday. At the end of the internship, students will be asked to give a PowerPoint presentation on their project.
Best fit
General
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Applications for upcoming summer research internships open from November 1, through December 31, each year
USDA
White House Internship Program
The White House Internship Program is a public service leadership program that provides a unique opportunity to gain valuable professional experience and build leadership skills. This program is designed to mentor and cultivate today's young leaders, strengthen their understanding of the Executive Office, and prepare them for future public service opportunities.
What it is
The White House Internship Program is a public service leadership program that provides a unique opportunity to gain valuable professional experience and build leadership skills. This program is designed to mentor and cultivate today's young leaders, strengthen their understanding of the Executive Office, and prepare them for future public service opportunities.
Best fit
Students checking eligibility and fit.
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
The internship is offered on a continuous basis with Spring, Summer, and Fall sessions lasting around 10 to 16 weeks
GW Nashman Center for Civic Engagement and Public Service
GW Civic Changemakers Summer Program
GW Civic Changemakers internship program is a free summer program in DC Public Schools. Over the course of five weeks during the summer, middle school students will learn how to become changemakers and community problem-solvers.
What it is
GW Civic Changemakers internship program is a free summer program in DC Public Schools. Over the course of five weeks during the summer, middle school students will learn how to become changemakers and community problem-solvers.
Best fit
DC Public Schools middle school students
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Recurring — reopens
Urban Alliance
High School Internship Program
Our signature High School Internship Program provides skills training, mentoring, and paid internships to high school seniors that keep them connected to school or the workforce.
What it is
Our signature High School Internship Program provides skills training, mentoring, and paid internships to high school seniors that keep them connected to school or the workforce.
Best fit
high school seniors
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Recurring — reopens
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Carnegie China Young Ambassadors Internships
Paid internships for matriculated students or recent graduates to work on research or communications tracks at Carnegie China. Remote candidates eligible to work in Singapore will be considered.
What it is
Paid internships for matriculated students or recent graduates to work on research or communications tracks at Carnegie China. Remote candidates eligible to work in Singapore will be considered.
Best fit
Undergraduate or Graduate
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Applications accepted on a rolling basis
Smithsonian Institution
Internships at the Archives of American Art
The Archives of American Art offers internships year-round to students enrolled in undergraduate or graduate programs who wish to learn and gain professional experience in various fields including archival science, information management, museum studies, art administration, art history, and cultural studies.
What it is
The Archives of American Art offers internships year-round to students enrolled in undergraduate or graduate programs who wish to learn and gain professional experience in various fields including archival science, information management, museum studies, art administration, art history, and cultural studies.
Best fit
Students
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
offers internships year-round
Maryland Space Grant Consortium
College Internship Program
Embark on an unforgettable immersive summer internship where you’ll work on real-world challenges, collaborate with students from across the country, and learn from some of the brightest minds in your field. From day one, you’ll make meaningful contributions that drive innovation and shape the future.
What it is
Embark on an unforgettable immersive summer internship where you’ll work on real-world challenges, collaborate with students from across the country, and learn from some of the brightest minds in your field. From day one, you’ll make meaningful contributions that drive innovation and shape the future.
Best fit
Undergraduate
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Internship opportunities are posted each fall on a rolling basis and remain open until filled.
James City County (Virginia)
Internship Program Application
Offers volunteer and internship positions with county departments that are open to high school students age 16+ and college students, supporting community service and experiential learning.
What it is
Offers volunteer and internship positions with county departments that are open to high school students age 16+ and college students, supporting community service and experiential learning.
Best fit
High school students age 16+ and college students
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Rolling — apply anytime
Fairfax County
Internship Opportunities with Fairfax County Park Authority
The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) internship program is designed to increase community engagement in park, recreation, natural, cultural, historical and/or business operations professions while providing an additional pathway for potential employees interested in serving in seasonal, part-time, and full-time positions at FCPA. FCPA offers both paid and unpaid internship opportunities.
What it is
The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) internship program is designed to increase community engagement in park, recreation, natural, cultural, historical and/or business operations professions while providing an additional pathway for potential employees interested in serving in seasonal, part-time, and full-time positions at FCPA. FCPA offers both paid and unpaid internship opportunities.
Best fit
Students checking eligibility and fit.
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Applications accepted on a rolling basis for Spring, Summer, and Fall sessions
DC Department of Employment Services, Office of Youth Programs
High School Internship Program
The High School Internship Program provides work-readiness skills, project-based learning, life skills, leadership development training, and work opportunities for District high school students, in grades 9th -12th, who are ages 14 - 21.
What it is
The High School Internship Program provides work-readiness skills, project-based learning, life skills, leadership development training, and work opportunities for District high school students, in grades 9th -12th, who are ages 14 - 21.
Best fit
District high school students, in grades 9th -12th
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Status unknown — verify