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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)
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)
George Mason University CAPMM
Aspiring Scientists Summer Internship Program
Research opportunities for high school and undergraduate students at George Mason University's Center for Applied Proteomics and Molecular Medicine, including the Aspiring Scientists Summer Internship Program (ASSIP) and additional undergraduate research positions in proteomics, genomics, cancer research, neuroscience, chemistry, biochemistry, biodefense, computer science, bioinformatics, nanotechnology, physics, and environmental science.
What it is
Research opportunities for high school and undergraduate students at George Mason University's Center for Applied Proteomics and Molecular Medicine, including the Aspiring Scientists Summer Internship Program (ASSIP) and additional undergraduate research positions in proteomics, genomics, cancer research, neuroscience, chemistry, biochemistry, biodefense, computer science, bioinformatics, nanotechnology, physics, and environmental science.
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
Closed
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. This program offers full-time paid biomedical research positions for 8–10 weeks at NIH campuses nationwide, including Bethesda, MD.
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. This program offers full-time paid biomedical research positions for 8–10 weeks at NIH campuses nationwide, including Bethesda, MD.
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
The SIP 2027 application will open in mid-November 2026. The application will close in mid-February, 2027.
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
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.
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
Office of Naval Research
Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program
Landing page for the Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program (NREIP) offered by the Office of Naval Research, describing summer research internships and fellowships available at naval labs for undergraduate and graduate students in STEM disciplines.
What it is
Landing page for the Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program (NREIP) offered by the Office of Naval Research, describing summer research internships and fellowships available at naval labs for undergraduate and graduate students in STEM disciplines.
Best fit
Students in STEM disciplines
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Recurring — reopens
Office of Naval Research
Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program
The Office of Naval Research offers science fairs, summer research internships and fellowships at naval labs, graduate fellows and more for students pursuing interests in STEM disciplines.
What it is
The Office of Naval Research offers science fairs, summer research internships and fellowships at naval labs, graduate fellows and more for students pursuing interests in STEM disciplines.
Best fit
Students pursuing STEM disciplines
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Recurring — reopens
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
Department of Transportation (DOT)
Volunteer Student Internships with OIG's Office of Investigations
An unpaid volunteer internship program with the U.S. Department of Transportation's Office of Inspector General, offering college students experience in criminal and administrative investigations, federal compliance, and the investigative process.
What it is
An unpaid volunteer internship program with the U.S. Department of Transportation's Office of Inspector General, offering college students experience in criminal and administrative investigations, federal compliance, and the investigative process.
Best fit
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 basis for Spring; May 29–August 10 for Summer; Fall applications timeline not specified
National Institutes of Health (NIH) Office of Intramural Training & Education
NIH High School Summer Internship Program
Paid summer biomedical research internships for current high school juniors and seniors who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents living within commuting distance of NIH campuses, including the Bethesda, MD main campus.
What it is
Paid summer biomedical research internships for current high school juniors and seniors who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents living within commuting distance of NIH campuses, including the Bethesda, MD main campus.
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 opens mid-November 2026 and closes mid-February 2027
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
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.
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.
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.
Northrop Grumman
Students and Entry Level Start a Career of Purpose
Landing page for Northrop Grumman's internship and early career opportunities for students and recent graduates. Connects to structured work experience programs in defense, aerospace, and advanced technology.
What it is
Landing page for Northrop Grumman's internship and early career opportunities for students and recent graduates. Connects to structured work experience programs in defense, aerospace, and advanced technology.
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 Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care
Public Policy Internship
A Spring 2027 public policy internship for graduate or law students at The Consumer Voice nonprofit in Washington, DC. Interns gain hands-on experience in federal-level advocacy for long-term care residents, conducting policy research, writing briefs, and analyzing regulations. Unpaid with small stipend; 20 hours/week remote with optional in-person meetings in DC.
What it is
A Spring 2027 public policy internship for graduate or law students at The Consumer Voice nonprofit in Washington, DC. Interns gain hands-on experience in federal-level advocacy for long-term care residents, conducting policy research, writing briefs, and analyzing regulations. Unpaid with small stipend; 20 hours/week remote with optional in-person meetings in DC.
Best fit
Graduate Student
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
December 1, 2026
MITRE
Interns and Co-ops
Structured internship and co-operative education program at MITRE Corporation for high school, undergraduate, and graduate students. Students work on real projects with senior staff for 10-12 weeks during summer, with mentorship, learning tracks, and potential conversion to full-time employment.
What it is
Structured internship and co-operative education program at MITRE Corporation for high school, undergraduate, and graduate students. Students work on real projects with senior staff for 10-12 weeks during summer, with mentorship, learning tracks, and potential conversion to full-time employment.
Best fit
General
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Rolling; hiring continues through spring; decisions for current year by early November
Environmental Protection Agency
Student/Volunteer/Unpaid Internship
An unpaid 12-week internship for undergraduate and graduate students assisting environmental lawyers and technical professionals on federal facility enforcement cases, compliance investigations, and data analysis at EPA headquarters in Washington, D.C.
What it is
An unpaid 12-week internship for undergraduate and graduate students assisting environmental lawyers and technical professionals on federal facility enforcement cases, compliance investigations, and data analysis at EPA headquarters in Washington, D.C.
Best fit
Enrolled at least half-time in an undergraduate or graduate program at a college, community college, or university
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Recurring — reopens
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Student Placements
At reputed company., we offer fully remote, rolling student internship and reputed company placements for both high school and reputed company. These placements reputed company a valuable opportunity for reputed company to reputed company hands-on experience in a fast-paced, multi-brand environment. We are looking for self-motivated, eager reputed company who are passionate about their field and reputed company to contribute to impactful reputed company.
What it is
At reputed company., we offer fully remote, rolling student internship and reputed company placements for both high school and reputed company. These placements reputed company a valuable opportunity for reputed company to reputed company hands-on experience in a fast-paced, multi-brand environment. We are looking for self-motivated, eager reputed company who are passionate about their field and reputed company to contribute to impactful reputed company.
Best fit
High school students participating in a reputed company program, College students enrolled in a college or university program
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
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC)
Financial Management Scholars Program
A paid summer internship program for college students majoring in economics, business administration, finance, accounting, or related fields. Participants work 11-12 weeks during summer in either Consumer Protection or Risk Management divisions, gaining experience with bank examination and financial institution supervision.
What it is
A paid summer internship program for college students majoring in economics, business administration, finance, accounting, or related fields. Participants work 11-12 weeks during summer in either Consumer Protection or Risk Management divisions, gaining experience with bank examination and financial institution supervision.
Best fit
College students majoring in economics, business, finance, accounting, or related fields
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Not explicitly stated; program is for summer positions
Under Armour
Under Armour Rookie Program & Internships
Under Armour's flagship paid internship program for students across various majors. The U.S. Rookie Program is a 12-week summer internship primarily based in Baltimore with potential remote options. Interns work on real-world projects, receive mentorship, and engage with executives.
What it is
Under Armour's flagship paid internship program for students across various majors. The U.S. Rookie Program is a 12-week summer internship primarily based in Baltimore with potential remote options. Interns work on real-world projects, receive mentorship, and engage with executives.
Best fit
Undergraduate
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Rolling basis; no specific deadline mentioned
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC)
IT Pathways Internship Programs
A structured internship program for college students in the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) Chief Information Officer Organization. Interns work on real projects in IT roles including software development, systems engineering, database administration, and information security, earning a competitive salary with federal benefits.
What it is
A structured internship program for college students in the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) Chief Information Officer Organization. Interns work on real projects in IT roles including software development, systems engineering, database administration, and information security, earning a competitive salary with federal benefits.
Best fit
Students checking eligibility and fit.
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Recurring — reopens