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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Student Volunteer Internships for 2025/2026 in the Office of Water, Washington, D.C.
Unpaid internship program at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Water in Washington, D.C. Internships are 12 weeks minimum, full-time (40 hrs/wk) or part-time (20 hrs/wk). Open to full-time undergraduate and graduate students. Candidates from environmental science, engineering, economics, public health, and public administration fields encouraged to apply. Transit subsidy eligible.
What it is
Unpaid internship program at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Water in Washington, D.C. Internships are 12 weeks minimum, full-time (40 hrs/wk) or part-time (20 hrs/wk). Open to full-time undergraduate and graduate students. Candidates from environmental science, engineering, economics, public health, and public administration fields encouraged to apply. Transit subsidy eligible.
Best fit
Undergraduate
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 basis; submit at least 2 months before semester start. Summer (May-August), Fall (Sept-Dec), Spring (Jan-April)
National Institutes of Health
NIH Summer Internship Program
A 8-week minimum summer research internship program for undergraduate and graduate students in biomedical and environmental health sciences, located at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. Participants work on hands-on research projects with mentorship, seminars, and a final poster session.
What it is
A 8-week minimum summer research internship program for undergraduate and graduate students in biomedical and environmental health sciences, located at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. Participants work on hands-on research projects with mentorship, seminars, and a final poster session.
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
Mid-February (annual cycle)
Holy Cross Health
Internship and Volunteer Opportunities at Holy Cross Health Centers
Holy Cross Health Centers in Montgomery County, Maryland offers student internships and volunteer opportunities in partnership with area schools and universities. The organization is a safety-net healthcare provider operating health centers in Aspen Hill, Gaithersburg, and Silver Spring.
What it is
Holy Cross Health Centers in Montgomery County, Maryland offers student internships and volunteer opportunities in partnership with area schools and universities. The organization is a safety-net healthcare provider operating health centers in Aspen Hill, Gaithersburg, and Silver Spring.
Best fit
Students checking eligibility and fit.
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
MedStar Health
MedStar Washington Hospital Center Administrative Internship Program
A 12-week, seasonal paid internship for undergraduate and graduate students interested in health administration. Participants gain real-world experience at MWHC, a 912-bed acute care hospital and Level 1 Trauma Center in Washington DC, through project-based work and departmental shadowing.
What it is
A 12-week, seasonal paid internship for undergraduate and graduate students interested in health administration. Participants gain real-world experience at MWHC, a 912-bed acute care hospital and Level 1 Trauma Center in Washington DC, through project-based work and departmental shadowing.
Best fit
Students with demonstrated interest in healthcare and health administration
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Rolling applications with season-specific open dates: Spring (opens October), Summer (opens February), Fall (opens June)
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. Summer interns work in a research group directed by a Principal Investigator (PI) with opportunities in biomedical, behavioral, and social sciences.
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. Summer interns work in a research group directed by a Principal Investigator (PI) with opportunities in biomedical, behavioral, and social sciences.
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.
UVA Health
Junior Volunteer Program - Prince William & Haymarket Medical Centers
This program gives high school students 16-18 years old the opportunity to experience the joy of helping others throughout the year. Junior volunteers learn about healthcare by assisting staff, visitors, and patients with non-medical tasks. They perform many of the same duties as our adult volunteers.
What it is
This program gives high school students 16-18 years old the opportunity to experience the joy of helping others throughout the year. Junior volunteers learn about healthcare by assisting staff, visitors, and patients with non-medical tasks. They perform many of the same duties as our adult volunteers.
Best fit
High school students 16-18 years old
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
Virginia Department of Health
Internship Academy Cohort 2
The VDH Internship Academy, Cohort 2 of 2024, created experiences and connections that will help propel the intern participants into their future that is bright with promise.
What it is
The VDH Internship Academy, Cohort 2 of 2024, created experiences and connections that will help propel the intern participants into their future that is bright with promise.
Best fit
Students in various degree programs including public health, biology, chemistry, public policy, epidemiology, and political science
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Applications for next year’s Internship Academy will be accepted in December 2025.
National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care
Graduate/Law Student Public Policy Internship
A remote public policy internship with The Consumer Voice (nonprofit in Washington, DC) focused on long-term care advocacy and health policy. Interns receive a small stipend, flexible hours, and work 20–40 hours per week depending on semester. Requires enrollment in a graduate or law degree program.
What it is
A remote public policy internship with The Consumer Voice (nonprofit in Washington, DC) focused on long-term care advocacy and health policy. Interns receive a small stipend, flexible hours, and work 20–40 hours per week depending on semester. Requires enrollment in a graduate or law degree program.
Best fit
Graduate Student
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Early August (Fall), Early December (Spring), Mid March (Summer)
University of Maryland
Student Employment and Internship Opportunities - University of Maryland Athletics
Hub page listing 15+ internship and paid student employment opportunities across Maryland Athletics departments including Applied Sport Science, Broadcast & Production, Compliance, Equipment, Facilities, Football, Graphic Design, GSAC, Marketing, Nutrition, Sports Medicine, Strength & Conditioning, Strategic Communications, Terrapin Club, and Ticketing.
What it is
Hub page listing 15+ internship and paid student employment opportunities across Maryland Athletics departments including Applied Sport Science, Broadcast & Production, Compliance, Equipment, Facilities, Football, Graphic Design, GSAC, Marketing, Nutrition, Sports Medicine, Strength & Conditioning, Strategic Communications, Terrapin Club, and Ticketing.
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
Multiple rolling deadlines by department; see individual listings for hiring windows
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
Students interested in biology, engineering, epidemiology, psychology, mathematics, chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, nursing, physics, computer science, bioinformatics, and other health-related fields
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.
Inova Health System
Summer Student Internship
A 6+ week unpaid summer research internship with Inova's Advanced Lung Disease and Transplant Program. Students (ages 16+, high school through medical school) work with research staff and physician mentors on lung disease or transplant research projects, with opportunities to attend conferences, observe clinical procedures, and present findings.
What it is
A 6+ week unpaid summer research internship with Inova's Advanced Lung Disease and Transplant Program. Students (ages 16+, high school through medical school) work with research staff and physician mentors on lung disease or transplant research projects, with opportunities to attend conferences, observe clinical procedures, and present findings.
Best fit
General
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Applications open November 1 through December 31 each year
UVA Health Prince William Medical Center Auxiliary
Summer Teen Patient Engagement Program
The UVA Health Prince William Auxiliary’s Summer Teen Patient Engagement Program takes place at the UVA Health Prince William Medical Center. We offer a choice of 4 2-week sessions that introduce students to the culture of the hospital. Service areas may include the Emergency Department, guest services, surgical services, materials management, physical therapy, registration, and the gift shop.
What it is
The UVA Health Prince William Auxiliary’s Summer Teen Patient Engagement Program takes place at the UVA Health Prince William Medical Center. We offer a choice of 4 2-week sessions that introduce students to the culture of the hospital. Service areas may include the Emergency Department, guest services, surgical services, materials management, physical therapy, registration, and the gift shop.
Best fit
high school students who have completed at least their sophomore year
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
United Way of the National Capital Area
Provide Students and Families with Healthy Snacks!
A community service project where volunteers collect and assemble healthy snack kits for distribution to students and families through United Way of the National Capital Area. Kits contain nutritious snack items and are delivered to community schools, after-school programs, and shelters.
What it is
A community service project where volunteers collect and assemble healthy snack kits for distribution to students and families through United Way of the National Capital Area. Kits contain nutritious snack items and are delivered to community schools, after-school programs, and shelters.
Best fit
General
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
The Washington Center
Health Volunteers Overseas Internship
An informational hub for college students seeking internships through The Washington Center, a DC-based organization that helps students secure structured work experience internships in various career fields.
What it is
An informational hub for college students seeking internships through The Washington Center, a DC-based organization that helps students secure structured work experience internships in various career fields.
Best fit
Students checking eligibility and fit.
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
Sentara Health
College Volunteers
Unpaid volunteer opportunity for college students to experience and observe healthcare in a hospital setting at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia.
What it is
Unpaid volunteer opportunity for college students to experience and observe healthcare in a hospital setting at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia.
Best fit
Undergraduate
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
KidFriendly DC
Volunteer at Eliana's Light
Unpaid volunteer roles supporting families with medically complex children. Eliana's Light seeks volunteers for fundraising, outreach & communications, and partner identification/engagement. No compensation, service-hours based.
What it is
Unpaid volunteer roles supporting families with medically complex children. Eliana's Light seeks volunteers for fundraising, outreach & communications, and partner identification/engagement. No compensation, service-hours based.
Best fit
Families with medically complex children, general community
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
Four Diamonds
Lead the Fight Against Childhood Cancer. Start a Four Diamonds Mini-THON at your School!
Four Diamonds offers multiple ways for individuals, groups, schools, and corporations to support childhood cancer research through fundraising, volunteering, and donations. Opportunities include customized fundraising (Team FTK), Penn State THON participation, K-12 Mini-THON programs, awareness campaigns, and volunteer roles at Penn State Health Children's Hospital.
What it is
Four Diamonds offers multiple ways for individuals, groups, schools, and corporations to support childhood cancer research through fundraising, volunteering, and donations. Opportunities include customized fundraising (Team FTK), Penn State THON participation, K-12 Mini-THON programs, awareness campaigns, and volunteer roles at Penn State Health Children's Hospital.
Best fit
K-12 Students interested in community service and philanthropy.
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
Animal Welfare League of Arlington
Animal Care Crew
AWLA provides groups with a unique opportunity to experience first-hand what it takes every day to care for the thousands of animals the League helps each year. AWLA’s Animal Care Crew program is a meaningful way for teams to volunteer, build connections, and invest in their community.
What it is
AWLA provides groups with a unique opportunity to experience first-hand what it takes every day to care for the thousands of animals the League helps each year. AWLA’s Animal Care Crew program is a meaningful way for teams to volunteer, build connections, and invest in their community.
Best fit
Students checking eligibility and fit.
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 Transportation (DOT)
Volunteer Undergraduate and Law Student Internships with OIG's Office of Chief Counsel
Our undergraduate internship provides college juniors and seniors insight into the Federal government. Interns will work alongside OIG attorneys, providing research and other support. Students in the program gain enhanced skills and knowledge, explore career options in the Federal government, acquire hands-on legal skills and experience, expand their networks in the Federal sector and transportation industry, and gain insight into the role of Federal agencies and Congress.
What it is
Our undergraduate internship provides college juniors and seniors insight into the Federal government. Interns will work alongside OIG attorneys, providing research and other support. Students in the program gain enhanced skills and knowledge, explore career options in the Federal government, acquire hands-on legal skills and experience, expand their networks in the Federal sector and transportation industry, and gain insight into the role of Federal agencies and Congress.
Best fit
Undergraduate, Law Student
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 Basis for Spring, Summer applications accepted until filled with internship ending approximately August 8, Fall applications accepted until filled with internship ending approximately December 15
Department of Justice
Student Volunteer Program
A comprehensive hub of student and early-career opportunities at the U.S. Department of Justice, including paid and unpaid internships, volunteer programs, law student pathways, and recent graduate programs.
What it is
A comprehensive hub of student and early-career opportunities at the U.S. Department of Justice, including paid and unpaid internships, volunteer programs, law student pathways, and recent graduate programs.
Best fit
Students checking eligibility and fit.
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Varies by program; rolling basis for most pathways
Department of Homeland Security
Student Hire Internship Pathway for Acquisition Professionals
A paid internship program at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for undergraduate and graduate students interested in acquisition careers. Students work 40 hours/week (summer) or 16 hours/week (fall/spring) before graduation, with potential conversion to full-time positions in the Acquisition Professional Career Program upon graduation.
What it is
A paid internship program at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for undergraduate and graduate students interested in acquisition careers. Students work 40 hours/week (summer) or 16 hours/week (fall/spring) before graduation, with potential conversion to full-time positions in the Acquisition Professional Career Program upon graduation.
Best fit
Undergraduate
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Job announcements typically appear February or around June onboarding; rolling recruitment cycle
United Way of the National Capital Area
Provide General Hygiene Kits
Volunteer opportunity to assemble and pack hygiene kits for distribution to shelters, community schools, and health-based organizations in the National Capital Area. Participants collect or purchase items and assemble kits containing personal care items to support one month of regular hygiene.
What it is
Volunteer opportunity to assemble and pack hygiene kits for distribution to shelters, community schools, and health-based organizations in the National Capital Area. Participants collect or purchase items and assemble kits containing personal care items to support one month of regular hygiene.
Best fit
Individuals and families
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Ongoing
Ronald McDonald House Charities DC
Individual Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer opportunities with Ronald McDonald House Washington DC serving families with hospitalized children. Includes individual volunteering, group volunteer programs, company engagement, and off-site support options such as meal preparation, family activities, care kit building, and fundraising.
What it is
Volunteer opportunities with Ronald McDonald House Washington DC serving families with hospitalized children. Includes individual volunteering, group volunteer programs, company engagement, and off-site support options such as meal preparation, family activities, care kit building, and fundraising.
Best fit
Students checking eligibility and fit.
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
Student Teaching/Field Experiences
A program for aspiring teachers to gain hands-on teaching experience through student-teaching placements and practicum observations in FCPS classrooms, working alongside experienced mentors.
What it is
A program for aspiring teachers to gain hands-on teaching experience through student-teaching placements and practicum observations in FCPS classrooms, working alongside experienced mentors.
Best fit
college students and teacher preparation candidates
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Fall: March 15; Spring: November 14