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Internships for High School Students
Discover internships for high school students.
By Stephen Borkowski
Internships are one of the most important ways students gain experience and start to make contacts within their field. College students hold most of the available internships but more opportunities are now available for high school students looking to get valuable work experience.
Why intern in high school?
The idea of pursuing an internship probably doesn’t cross most high school students’ minds, which is an excellent reason to pursue one. Work experience at a respected company or organization, especially if it’s related to a field you might pursue in college, will only strengthen your college applications. It’s a great way to stand out from the crowd.
Secondly, an internship will allow you to explore potential careers and courses of study for college. You might confirm that newspaper journalism is the career of your dreams, or find out that software programming isn’t exactly how you’d imagined it. You may also discover other fields and positions you hadn’t considered before.
Finally, an internship can help you understand how a professional organization operates. Within that organization you’ll gain access to valuable contacts who may lead you to other opportunities as you progress through school.
Where to find an internship?
Some organizations like Microsoft, the Museum of Modern Art and the Smithsonian have formal internship programs designed for high school students. Typically, these programs are limited to students in the region. Research companies in the industry that interests you and check their Web sites for opportunities.
Internships are not just available with large corporations in urban areas either. Often local newspapers, museums and other businesses will offer internship opportunities. Start asking around at local business associations to see what is available in your community.
Don’t give up if these companies don’t formally list an internship program for high school students. Try to identify a human resources representative or department manager you can send an email or letter to. Ask your parents, your friends’ parents, your relatives and anyone else who might be willing to help you if they’re aware of any opportunities. Contact professional organizations in your area of interest.
How to apply
Companies with formal internship programs generally have specific procedures outlined on their Web sites. If you’re trying to create your own opportunity, craft a one page resume that outlines your skills, education and interests along with a cover letter that explains your interest in their organization.
Internship programs
Below are links to some internship programs designed specifically for high school students. Each one has different qualifications and parameters, so be sure to read the information carefully. If you don’t see a program that’s right for you in the list below, use the Internet, your local library and your own personal connections to uncover other opportunities.
Microsoft
Museum of Modern Art
Smithsonian
Berkley Center for Science and Engineering Education
National Heart Lung and Blood Institute
Johns Hopkins University: Materials Research Science and Engineering Center


TracyG117
1 day ago
Hello, I am a parent of a high school student and I am looking for internships in the field of Animal Science in the Washington DC area. Does anyone have any suggestions?
TracyG117
1 day ago
Hello, I am a parent of a high school student and I am looking for internships in the field of Animal Science in the Washington DC area. Does anyone have any suggestions?
sonicpixie
2 days ago
Hi, I am a high school and would like to either attend a camp or work as an intern to learn more about animal behavior. Does anyone have any suggestions?
varsity1
2 days ago
Hi I am currently a high school junior and dI am interested in an internship that deals with either journalism, history, or english publishing for next year! Anything would help me. Please contact me at sw33tlyk3h0n3y@yahoo.com. thank you!!
Jaycee25
13 days ago
Hello all! I'm a school counseling intern looking for different programs for high school students. I came across a program called Career Explorations. www.ceinternships.com/high-school/ This programs offers a wide variety of internships in many industries in four major cities. Its a bit on the expensive side, and they don't offer financial aid, however you can apply for scholorships on websites such as fastweb, that work in conjuction with this program. I hope this helps! Good Luck to you all
estefania_torres2010
13 days ago
hi, my name is Estefania Torres. I am a senior at La Sierra high school in riverside riverside california. I am looking for an internship with something that has to do with Jurnalism in the entertainment buisness. Anything would help a lot. please contact me at estefania_torres2010@yahoo.com thank you!
Ridge12
15 days ago
Hi, My name is henry baker and i am a junior at helen bernstein high school and i am very in terested in the the entertainment business and that i need to know the steps on how to be a producer and director. if you have any information on how to become an intern cotact me at: Cmohagany177@aol.com
LatonyaME
15 days ago
Hello, My name is Mekko Latonya Summers, i am currently a Sophomore at Citrus Vally High School in Redlands California. I am 17 years old and i would love to get an internship based on Journalism. I would like to learn more about journalism and the main steps on how to become a journalist for my future career. I can be contacted by email: Latonya1992@live.com Thank You.
salihat
15 days ago
Hi my name is Salihat Kedir. I am a high school senior looking for an engineering based internship and I live in Alexandria, VA. Please contact me at salihatkedir@ymail.com
peacewithmyra
16 days ago
My name is Myra and I am a sophmore looking for a fahion based internship and I live in Los Angeles , California. Please contact me at myrasupastar@yahoo.com.
Kegawthrop
18 days ago
Hi my name is kyle a junior in high school and i am looking for an internship with the culinary arts field and or something with glsen, an internship that helps with the lgbtq community.
sturnquist
21 days ago
My name is Kaileigh Turnquist and I am looking for a culinary based internship this summer (2010). I am 15 years old and will be a sophomore this next school year. I live in Texas. Please contact me at turnquist01@verizon.net if there are any programs that would meet my request. Thank you.
ChristinaL1078
23 days ago
My name is Christina and I am looking into a culturally based or zoological internship for this summer (2010). I am a sophmore and am turning 16 this June. Please e mail me if you have heard of amy programs that I could apply to. walafleurs@sbcglobal.net
JorgeL93
24 days ago
Hello, my name is Jorge G. Lanza. I am currently a junior at Pahokee Middle/Senior High School, located in Pahokee, Florida. I work hard and have a real gift for natural sciences. I would really appreciate it if I could get an internship related to Pre-Medical studies. I want to advance my knowledge in science and medicine and feel that an internship would greatly be beneficial towards my studies. I am career-oriented and should you want to reach me, I can be contacted by email: jlanza469@yahoo.com. Thank you.
LindsayJ64
27 days ago
Hello my name is Lindsay Jackson and i'm a senior at the best school in Maryland,BAltimore Plytechnic Institue, and I am a hard worker and I love to learn while working. And I hope to get and internship this summer. My email address is jackson21092@yahoo.com.(You won't regret it!)