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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.
Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)
Co-operative Education Program
The Student Co-op (Cooperative Education) Program is an educational model that combines academic study with hands-on work experience. Students in a Co-op program alternate between periods of classroom learning at their current college/university and obtaining practical work experience at the USNRC in their educational field of study.
What it is
The Student Co-op (Cooperative Education) Program is an educational model that combines academic study with hands-on work experience. Students in a Co-op program alternate between periods of classroom learning at their current college/university and obtaining practical work experience at the USNRC in their educational field of study.
Best fit
College and university students pursuing degrees in science, engineering, and other fields related to the NRC Mission
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
The announcement is usually posted between September and mid-November on the USAJobs.gov website.
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.
University of Maryland
Student Employment and Internship Opportunities - University of Maryland Athletics
Various student employment and internship opportunities with Maryland Athletics, including roles in Applied Sport Science, Broadcast & Production, Compliance, Equipment, Facilities Operations & Events, Football, Graphic Design, GSAC, Marketing, Nutrition, Sports Medicine, Strength & Conditioning, Strategic Communications & Content Development, and Terrapin Club.
What it is
Various student employment and internship opportunities with Maryland Athletics, including roles in Applied Sport Science, Broadcast & Production, Compliance, Equipment, Facilities Operations & Events, Football, Graphic Design, GSAC, Marketing, Nutrition, Sports Medicine, Strength & Conditioning, Strategic Communications & Content Development, and Terrapin Club.
Best fit
University of Maryland Students and Recent Graduates interested in collegiate athletics
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Hiring timelines vary by department, some have specific hiring windows (e.g., Fall interns in July/Aug for the end Aug - mid Dec term)
General Dynamics
Students and Recent Graduates - General Dynamics Mission Systems
Internship opportunities at General Dynamics Mission Systems where students work on defense and security technologies, with paid positions and potential for full-time employment post-internship.
What it is
Internship opportunities at General Dynamics Mission Systems where students work on defense and security technologies, with paid positions and potential for full-time employment post-internship.
Best fit
General
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Recurring — reopens
Inova Health System
Academic Internships for Students
Thank you for your interest in an academic internship with Inova! To be considered, please fill out the form below completely and attach a copy of your resume. If your interests and academic program align with an internship opportunity, someone from Inova will reach out to you.
What it is
Thank you for your interest in an academic internship with Inova! To be considered, please fill out the form below completely and attach a copy of your resume. If your interests and academic program align with an internship opportunity, someone from Inova will reach out to you.
Best fit
College students
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Recurring — reopens
Virginia Commercial Space Flight Authority (Virginia Space)
Virginia Spaceport Authority Internships
Opportunity for rising juniors and seniors to participate in paid internships at the Mid-Atlantic Regional Spaceport (MARS) in Wallops Island, Virginia or in the World Trade Center in Norfolk, Virginia. Interns will gain hands-on experience in various fields including engineering, security, technology, and business administration.
What it is
Opportunity for rising juniors and seniors to participate in paid internships at the Mid-Atlantic Regional Spaceport (MARS) in Wallops Island, Virginia or in the World Trade Center in Norfolk, Virginia. Interns will gain hands-on experience in various fields including engineering, security, technology, and business administration.
Best fit
High school students interested in STEM and aerospace
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Recurring — reopens
Parsons Corporation
Parsons Internships
One of Parsons pride points is our Internship Program which is overseen by our Early Talent team! This program encompasses internships that focus in areas such as Computer Science, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, and many other areas. During our internship program, students can engage with fellow interns and colleagues, explore our company, attend professional development events, obtain a mentor, and more. As part of our internship program, students aren’t just here to learn what we do — you're here to contribute to our culture, elevate their careers, and imagine next with us.
What it is
One of Parsons pride points is our Internship Program which is overseen by our Early Talent team! This program encompasses internships that focus in areas such as Computer Science, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, and many other areas. During our internship program, students can engage with fellow interns and colleagues, explore our company, attend professional development events, obtain a mentor, and more. As part of our internship program, students aren’t just here to learn what we do — you're here to contribute to our culture, elevate their careers, and imagine next with us.
Best fit
General
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Recruiting starts September - October
Anduril
2027 Manufacturing Engineer Intern
We are seeking Manufacturing Engineer Interns for Summer 2027! This is a paid, in-person, 12-week internship. As a Manufacturing Engineer Intern, you will work on projects supporting teams designing and building aerospace structures using carbon fiber composite material systems.
What it is
We are seeking Manufacturing Engineer Interns for Summer 2027! This is a paid, in-person, 12-week internship. As a Manufacturing Engineer Intern, you will work on projects supporting teams designing and building aerospace structures using carbon fiber composite material systems.
Best fit
college students in relevant engineering fields
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Summer 2027
Department of Energy (DOE)
Student Internship Program
Jefferson Lab’s internship program provides full-time college and university students the chance to gain paid experience in technical and business roles within the U.S. Department of Energy laboratory complex. By closely collaborating with experienced staff members, students will acquire valuable skills from industry professionals and contribute to projects that support the lab’s scientific mission.
What it is
Jefferson Lab’s internship program provides full-time college and university students the chance to gain paid experience in technical and business roles within the U.S. Department of Energy laboratory complex. By closely collaborating with experienced staff members, students will acquire valuable skills from industry professionals and contribute to projects that support the lab’s scientific mission.
Best fit
Students
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Internship opportunities are offered throughout the year
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
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.
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.
National Park Service
Build Up Technical Internship Program
The Build Up Technical Internship Program is addressing critical maintenance needs of the National Park Service while providing quality professional experiences to young adults and veterans in technical fields. Interns work in fields including engineering, architecture, community planning, realty services, project management, geographic information systems, publication services, and more.
What it is
The Build Up Technical Internship Program is addressing critical maintenance needs of the National Park Service while providing quality professional experiences to young adults and veterans in technical fields. Interns work in fields including engineering, architecture, community planning, realty services, project management, geographic information systems, publication services, and more.
Best fit
Young adults and veterans in technical fields
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Applications Open December-March
BAE Systems
Students and Graduates
Our internships, co-ops, and entry level career opportunities will align your passion for making a difference with a career full of purpose in a hands-on environment
What it is
Our internships, co-ops, and entry level career opportunities will align your passion for making a difference with a career full of purpose in a hands-on environment
Best fit
General
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Recurring — reopens
Northrop Grumman
Students and Entry Level Start a Career of Purpose
Contribute to high-impact projects, explore your interests and build meaningful connections.
What it is
Contribute to high-impact projects, explore your interests and build meaningful connections.
Best fit
STEM students and early career professionals
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Recurring — reopens
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
National Institutes of Health
NIH Summer Internship Program
The NIH Summer Internship Program provides an opportunity for students to engage in biomedical research at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS). The program aims to expose students to environmental health sciences and enhance their research skills.
What it is
The NIH Summer Internship Program provides an opportunity for students to engage in biomedical research at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS). The program aims to expose students to environmental health sciences and enhance their research skills.
Best fit
Students interested in biomedical and behavioral research careers
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Recurring — reopens
Peraton
Peraton Summer Interns Support Corporate Innovation and Customer Outcomes
Peraton’s summer internship program helps develop the next generation of the national security technical workforce while opening doors to career opportunities within the company. Interns worked on projects ranging from geospatial analysis for satellites to cybersecurity and software development.
What it is
Peraton’s summer internship program helps develop the next generation of the national security technical workforce while opening doors to career opportunities within the company. Interns worked on projects ranging from geospatial analysis for satellites to cybersecurity and software development.
Best fit
Local high school students, college students
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Recurring — reopens
Amazon Web Services
2027 Amazon Operations Finance Rotational Program Summer Internship
Operations Finance Rotation Program (OFRP) interns are given significant responsibility from the start to drive both business and financial decisions and deliver results through ownership of an individual intern project. Interns will be placed on a finance team that supports one aspect of the supply chain, including Customer Fulfillment, Amazon Logistics, Amazon Air, or many other teams.
What it is
Operations Finance Rotation Program (OFRP) interns are given significant responsibility from the start to drive both business and financial decisions and deliver results through ownership of an individual intern project. Interns will be placed on a finance team that supports one aspect of the supply chain, including Customer Fulfillment, Amazon Logistics, Amazon Air, or many other teams.
Best fit
Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in finance, economics, industrial engineering, accounting, supply chain management, operations and information systems, business administration and management, mathematics, or related field, with a graduation conferral date between December 2027 and June 2028
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
12-week internship starting in May or June 2027
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
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.
Commonwealth Cyber Initiative – Northern Virginia Node
Cyber Start-Up Internship Program
The Cyber Start-Up Internship program enables undergraduate students studying cybersecurity and related fields to gain practical real-world experience while providing startups and small businesses with access to talent. Students work up to 125 hours during the program, complete projects for the host startup, and are paid $19 an hour through George Mason University's payroll.
What it is
The Cyber Start-Up Internship program enables undergraduate students studying cybersecurity and related fields to gain practical real-world experience while providing startups and small businesses with access to talent. Students work up to 125 hours during the program, complete projects for the host startup, and are paid $19 an hour through George Mason University's payroll.
Best fit
Undergraduate
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Recurring — reopens
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.