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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
George Mason University
Undergraduate Internship Program
The Schar School’s undergraduate internship program is designed to help students build professional experience, deepen their expertise, and grow a meaningful network in fields such as public policy, law, international relations, nonprofit work, and political communications.
What it is
The Schar School’s undergraduate internship program is designed to help students build professional experience, deepen their expertise, and grow a meaningful network in fields such as public policy, law, international relations, nonprofit work, and political communications.
Best fit
Sophomores, juniors, and seniors
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
The final deadline to apply for the internship course is the Last Day to Add of each semester.
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
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
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
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.
Department of Justice
Student Volunteer Program
The Internship Program is designed to provide students enrolled in a wide variety of educational institutions, from high school to graduate level, with opportunities to work in agencies and explore Federal careers while still in school and while getting paid for the work performed.
What it is
The Internship Program is designed to provide students enrolled in a wide variety of educational institutions, from high school to graduate level, with opportunities to work in agencies and explore Federal careers while still in school and while getting paid for the work performed.
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
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 Homeland Security
Student Hire Internship Pathway for Acquisition Professionals
The Student Hire Internship Pathway (SHIP) for Acquisition Professionals offers current students in relevant educational programs paid internships in DHS acquisition offices during the period before graduation. Upon graduation, student interns may be converted into positions in the Acquisition Professional Career Program (APCP). SHIP is managed within the DHS Office of the Chief Procurement Officer.
What it is
The Student Hire Internship Pathway (SHIP) for Acquisition Professionals offers current students in relevant educational programs paid internships in DHS acquisition offices during the period before graduation. Upon graduation, student interns may be converted into positions in the Acquisition Professional Career Program (APCP). SHIP is managed within the DHS Office of the Chief Procurement Officer.
Best fit
Undergraduate
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
DHS typically recruits for SHIP around February or on‑boarding around June.
George Mason University CAPMM
Aspiring Scientists Summer Internship Program
The Aspiring Scientists Summer Internship Program (ASSIP) at George Mason University offers hands-on experience with state-of-the-art technologies in a university research laboratory for high school and undergraduate students. Students work alongside Mason researchers on real-world projects related to proteomic and genomic analyses of cancer and other diseases.
What it is
The Aspiring Scientists Summer Internship Program (ASSIP) at George Mason University offers hands-on experience with state-of-the-art technologies in a university research laboratory for high school and undergraduate students. Students work alongside Mason researchers on real-world projects related to proteomic and genomic analyses of cancer and other diseases.
Best fit
Students interested in science and medicine
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Recurring — reopens
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
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
Deloitte
Summer Internship Programme
A summer internship at Deloitte kickstarts your career journey within our award-winning Future Leaders Academy graduate programme. It is more than just an internship—it’s your gateway to the world of business. During your internship with us you will dive into real-world challenges, gain hands-on experience, and uncover what truly excites and inspires you. Through innovative, impactful projects, you’ll get a taste of what a full-time role at Deloitte feels like, setting the stage for you to become a leader of tomorrow.
What it is
A summer internship at Deloitte kickstarts your career journey within our award-winning Future Leaders Academy graduate programme. It is more than just an internship—it’s your gateway to the world of business. During your internship with us you will dive into real-world challenges, gain hands-on experience, and uncover what truly excites and inspires you. Through innovative, impactful projects, you’ll get a taste of what a full-time role at Deloitte feels like, setting the stage for you to become a leader of tomorrow.
Best fit
Undergraduate students
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Closed
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 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.
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)
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
George Mason University
Aspiring Scientists Summer Internship Program
The nationally known Aspiring Scientists Summer Internship Program (ASSIP) provides transformative research opportunities for high school and undergraduate students. Selected participants work one-on-one with faculty researchers at George Mason University and collaborating institutions using state-of-the-art technology across many disciplines.
What it is
The nationally known Aspiring Scientists Summer Internship Program (ASSIP) provides transformative research opportunities for high school and undergraduate students. Selected participants work one-on-one with faculty researchers at George Mason University and collaborating institutions using state-of-the-art technology across many disciplines.
Best fit
High school and undergraduate students interested in STEM research
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
2026 ASSIP applications will be processed during February 2026. Mentors' internship offers will be extended by the first week in April.
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
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
Department of Education (ED)
Student Volunteer Trainee Program
The Student Volunteer Trainee Program is an eight to ten week program that offers volunteer opportunities to students enrolled in accredited educational institutions. Students who participate in the program will gain educational experience in their field of study or career interest and will develop personal and professional skills.
What it is
The Student Volunteer Trainee Program is an eight to ten week program that offers volunteer opportunities to students enrolled in accredited educational institutions. Students who participate in the program will gain educational experience in their field of study or career interest and will develop personal and professional skills.
Best fit
students enrolled in accredited educational institutions
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Fall: Application open and close: May 1st - July 31st; Winter/Spring: Application open and close: September 1st - November 30th; Summer: Application open and close: January 1st - March 31st
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
Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
Office of Intelligence and Analysis Internship Program
The Office of Intelligence and Analysis (I&A) Internship Program is for current degree-seeking undergraduate and graduate students looking to begin an exciting career in homeland security and intelligence. I&A offers internships in the functional areas of Intelligence Analysis, Collections, Partnerships, and Management. The I&A Internship Program is designed to provide the experience and skills needed to produce capable and well-rounded Homeland Security intelligence professionals.
What it is
The Office of Intelligence and Analysis (I&A) Internship Program is for current degree-seeking undergraduate and graduate students looking to begin an exciting career in homeland security and intelligence. I&A offers internships in the functional areas of Intelligence Analysis, Collections, Partnerships, and Management. The I&A Internship Program is designed to provide the experience and skills needed to produce capable and well-rounded Homeland Security intelligence professionals.
Best fit
Current degree-seeking undergraduate and graduate students
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
The posting date for the Summer 2026 application is TBD.
United States Commission on Civil Rights (CCR)
Student Internship Program
The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights invites undergraduate, graduate, and law students to submit applications for our student internship program in the Commission's Headquarters and Eastern Regional Office located in Washington, DC. Positions may also be available in regional offices located in Atlanta, Chicago, Denver, Kansas City, and Los Angeles.
What it is
The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights invites undergraduate, graduate, and law students to submit applications for our student internship program in the Commission's Headquarters and Eastern Regional Office located in Washington, DC. Positions may also be available in regional offices located in Atlanta, Chicago, Denver, Kansas City, and Los Angeles.
Best fit
Students checking eligibility and fit.
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Status unknown — verify