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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
Enterprise Mobility
Management Trainee Internship
The Enterprise Management Internship helps university/college students build valuable business and leadership skills. Interns take on the same challenges as first and second year full-time professionals, learning to manage a fleet of vehicles, care for customers, develop marketing strategies, and build relationships. The internship is paid and includes team-based learning and potential performance incentives.
What it is
The Enterprise Management Internship helps university/college students build valuable business and leadership skills. Interns take on the same challenges as first and second year full-time professionals, learning to manage a fleet of vehicles, care for customers, develop marketing strategies, and build relationships. The internship is paid and includes team-based learning and potential performance incentives.
Best fit
university/college student
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Status unknown — verify
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
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.
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
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
NIH Summer Internship Program (SIP)
An opportunity for students in college, graduate, and professional school to perform a summer research internship in the Intramural Research Program at the NIH.
What it is
An opportunity for students in college, graduate, and professional school to perform a summer research internship in the Intramural Research Program at the NIH.
Best fit
U.S. citizens and permanent residents interested in biomedical, behavioral, and social sciences research
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Accepting
James City County (Virginia)
Internship Program Application
Offers volunteer and internship positions with county departments that are open to high school students age 16+ and college students, supporting community service and experiential learning.
What it is
Offers volunteer and internship positions with county departments that are open to high school students age 16+ and college students, supporting community service and experiential learning.
Best fit
High school students age 16+ and college students
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Rolling — apply anytime
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
Legal Aid Society of the District of Columbia
Student Internship Program
Legal Aid DC offers exciting internship opportunities to undergraduates and law students who want to gain experience in public interest work! Law student interns are assigned to one of Legal Aid DC’s practice areas like Housing, Domestic Violence and Family Law, Public Benefits, Consumer, Immigration, etc. Undergraduate interns typically support in Intake and Development departments with responsibilities like client inquiries, court document filing, drafting correspondence, and observing hearings.
What it is
Legal Aid DC offers exciting internship opportunities to undergraduates and law students who want to gain experience in public interest work! Law student interns are assigned to one of Legal Aid DC’s practice areas like Housing, Domestic Violence and Family Law, Public Benefits, Consumer, Immigration, etc. Undergraduate interns typically support in Intake and Development departments with responsibilities like client inquiries, court document filing, drafting correspondence, and observing hearings.
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
DC Department of Employment Services, Office of Youth Programs
High School Internship Program
The High School Internship Program provides work-readiness skills, project-based learning, life skills, leadership development training, and work opportunities for District high school students, in grades 9th -12th, who are ages 14 - 21.
What it is
The High School Internship Program provides work-readiness skills, project-based learning, life skills, leadership development training, and work opportunities for District high school students, in grades 9th -12th, who are ages 14 - 21.
Best fit
District high school students, in grades 9th -12th
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Status unknown — verify
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
Volunteer Arlington
100 volunteers needed - Support students in a free afterschool program!
AHC is seeking 100+ passionate volunteers to support our Afterschool Program, serving students K-8th. Volunteers serve for one hour, weekly. We have seven education centers across Arlington. Volunteers will work with elementary or middle school students assisting with homework, life-skills, reading, playtime, relationship-building, and more. It is a very meaningful service opportunity, and a ton of fun!
What it is
AHC is seeking 100+ passionate volunteers to support our Afterschool Program, serving students K-8th. Volunteers serve for one hour, weekly. We have seven education centers across Arlington. Volunteers will work with elementary or middle school students assisting with homework, life-skills, reading, playtime, relationship-building, and more. It is a very meaningful service opportunity, and a ton of fun!
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
ongoing
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.
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.
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.
KidFriendly DC
Volunteer Opportunities at Charlie's Place
Charlie's Place volunteers help provide nutritious meals, case management, health care, clothing, and more to homeless neighbors in the Dupont Circle neighborhood. Volunteers can serve one-time, monthly, or weekly in various roles.
What it is
Charlie's Place volunteers help provide nutritious meals, case management, health care, clothing, and more to homeless neighbors in the Dupont Circle neighborhood. Volunteers can serve one-time, monthly, or weekly in various roles.
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
Inova Health System
Summer Student Internship
Each summer, we have 2-5 students who work with our research staff and a physician mentor on a research project in the realm of advanced lung disease or lung transplantation. The student’s summer volunteer experience may also include opportunities to attend research conferences, clinical educational conferences, observe patient procedures and patient visits during the course of the workday. At the end of the internship, students will be asked to give a PowerPoint presentation on their project.
What it is
Each summer, we have 2-5 students who work with our research staff and a physician mentor on a research project in the realm of advanced lung disease or lung transplantation. The student’s summer volunteer experience may also include opportunities to attend research conferences, clinical educational conferences, observe patient procedures and patient visits during the course of the workday. At the end of the internship, students will be asked to give a PowerPoint presentation on their project.
Best fit
General
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Applications for upcoming summer research internships open from November 1, through December 31, each year
211 Virginia
Family Services Related Volunteer Opportunities
New River Community Action works with numerous citizen groups to develop and implement agency programs. Volunteers who serve on the agency Board of Directors as well as various program Advisory Councils work in partnership with the staff. Volunteer opportunities are available for direct service to NRCA programs and their participants. There are internship opportunities for students.
What it is
New River Community Action works with numerous citizen groups to develop and implement agency programs. Volunteers who serve on the agency Board of Directors as well as various program Advisory Councils work in partnership with the staff. Volunteer opportunities are available for direct service to NRCA programs and their participants. There are internship opportunities for students.
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
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)
Volunteer Prince William
Ben Lomond Historic Site Junior Preservationist
Our Junior Preservationists work with historic preservation staff and other volunteers doing many of the same work performed by adult volunteers. You can learn more about how historic sites are run, how artifacts are cared for, and maybe tackle a special project suitable to your age range. You can also assist with special events, summer camps, education programs, and the daily operations of Ben Lomond.
What it is
Our Junior Preservationists work with historic preservation staff and other volunteers doing many of the same work performed by adult volunteers. You can learn more about how historic sites are run, how artifacts are cared for, and maybe tackle a special project suitable to your age range. You can also assist with special events, summer camps, education programs, and the daily operations of Ben Lomond.
Best fit
Junior Preservationists, 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
Gaithersburg High School
Gaithersburg HS Student Service Learning
Gaithersburg High School’s SSL page outlines SSL-infused courses and links students to Montgomery County Volunteer Center opportunities so they can earn service-learning hours toward their high school graduation requirement.
What it is
Gaithersburg High School’s SSL page outlines SSL-infused courses and links students to Montgomery County Volunteer Center opportunities so they can earn service-learning hours toward their high school graduation requirement.
Best fit
MCPS students
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Rolling — apply anytime
Animal Welfare League of Arlington
Animal Care Crew
AWLA’s Animal Care Crew program is a meaningful way for teams to volunteer, build connections, and invest in their community by working alongside Animal Care Technicians to feed the animals, clean their kennels, do laundry, wash food bowls, and prep for the day ahead. Each opportunity includes a behind-the-scenes tour of the shelter.
What it is
AWLA’s Animal Care Crew program is a meaningful way for teams to volunteer, build connections, and invest in their community by working alongside Animal Care Technicians to feed the animals, clean their kennels, do laundry, wash food bowls, and prep for the day ahead. Each opportunity includes a behind-the-scenes tour of the shelter.
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
GW Nashman Center for Civic Engagement and Public Service
GW Civic Changemakers Summer Program
GW Civic Changemakers internship program is a free summer program in DC Public Schools. Over the course of five weeks during the summer, middle school students will learn how to become changemakers and community problem-solvers.
What it is
GW Civic Changemakers internship program is a free summer program in DC Public Schools. Over the course of five weeks during the summer, middle school students will learn how to become changemakers and community problem-solvers.
Best fit
DC Public Schools middle school students
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Recurring — reopens