Fields: Various STEM disciplines, including engineering, computer science, physics, chemistry, aeronautics Location: There are several lab locations to choose from across the country. Eligibility: High school students who have completed at least grade 9, are at least 16 years old when the internship begins, can apply. Graduating seniors are eligible as well. There is room for some exceptions. Students are recommended to check whether their preferred lab choice has any other particular requirements. Application deadline: Applications open in August and close on November 1st every year. Program dates: 8 weeks in the summer. Exact dates vary depending on the lab you choose. Stipend: $4,000 (new participant) | $4,500 (returning participant)
Cost: There are no registration costs, however, housing, meals, transportation, and medical expenses are not covered. You can expect to have to travel to and from your lab, depending on your placement.
The Science and Engineering Apprenticeship Program (SEAP) immerses high school students in Department of Navy (DoN) laboratories for an 8-week summer internship, where they’ll work on real Naval research. Prestigious and highly selective, SEAP has 300 placements across 38 laboratories nationwide. During this program, students will work with leading researchers and engineers at Navy laboratories and facilities across the country. You will be mentored by these expert scientists, while working on projects hands-on and building knowledge and skills in various STEM disciplines, such as computer science and aeronautics. Your lab choice is based on your subject of interest.
Program in Mathematics for Young Scientists (PROMYS)
Location: Boston University (Boston, Massachusetts)
Cost: $6000, but there is financial aid available
Fields: Medicine (Students choose from: Immunology, Neurobiology, Cancer Biology, Bioengineering, Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine, Cardiovascular Biology, Bioinformatics and Genetics and Genomics) Location: Stanford University, Stanford, CA. Eligibility: Current juniors or seniors who are at least 16 years of age are eligible. Application deadline: February 24, 2024 Program dates: June 10, 2024 - August 1, 2024Stipend: Students earn a stipend of $500 - $2,500. Housing and transportation are not provided. Please note: There is a $40 application fee, which can be waived. Stipends of $2500 and above are given on a needs-based system from special grants.
SIMR is one of the most prestigious internship programs, offering both internship and research components. It’s an 8-week internship program where you will get to collaborate one-on-one with a mentor, a Stanford graduate student or a postdoctoral fellow, and engage in hands-on research. You will have to select one of eight study fields – Immunology, Neurobiology, Cancer Biology, Bioengineering, Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine, Cardiovascular Biology, Bioinformatics and Genetics and Genomics. Once selected, you will be assigned a particular field of study (branch) based on your preference, and spend two months as a mentee. You will be mentored by imminent scholars, researchers, and Ph.D. fellows in the field of medicine. This is a fairly competitive program with a cohort size of about 50 students – at an acceptance rate of less than 3% (approximately).
During the first couple weeks of the program, you will attend lectures in the morning and spend the rest of the day working in your lab. A majority of the program will be spent in full-time lab work. During the last 2 weeks of the program, you will work on your research poster of your project, which you present to your peers, teachers, family and the Stanford community at the end of the program. Each branch has a slightly different internship structure to help you get the best exposure to that branch, so be sure to read through the internship structures carefully.
Wolfram Summer Research Program
The Wolfram High School Summer Research Program is an intensive two-and-a-half-week program designed to advance high-school students' programming and problem-solving skills.
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory at NYC City College of Technology
Cost: $0 Research Topics: DNA Barcoding, genetics, and biological sciences
Boston University Rise Internship Track
Location: Boston, Cost: $7500 but there is lots of aid
SSP University of Colorado Boulder
Location: University of Colorado Boulder
Cost: 8,000+ but originally 10,000 without the support of SSP alumni. Financial aid was available but I did not qualify
Rice ELITE Tech Camps - Rice Center for Engineering Leadership (rcelconnect.org)
Cost : ~$3,795
The benefits of attending Rice ELITE Tech Camp, developed by the Rice University Center for Engineering Leadership (RCEL) and powered by WorldStrides go beyond just getting ready for your next academic endeavor or anticipating a future career. By attending camp, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your professional communication skills, practice project management, and prepare to navigate various possible career paths in computer science and engineering.
All of the courses offered at Rice ELITE Tech Camp were created by the Rice University Center for Engineering Leadership, which was designed to inspire, educate, and develop ethical leaders in technology. Whether in-person or virtual, you will benefit from the exposure to the university atmosphere created by the center and feel empowered to take the next step in your education
Stanford Center for Artificial Intelligence in Medicine and Imaging (AIMI) Summer Research Internship
Location: Remote Stipend: This is an unpaid internship. Application Deadline: March (tentatively)Dates: This is a 2-week program held during June.Eligibility: Must be a U.S. high school student over 14 years old and have strong math or computer programming skills. This 2-week virtual internship by the Stanford Center for Artificial Intelligence in Medicine and Imaging is a boon for those interested in exploring the technical and clinical aspects of AI in healthcare. It’s a selective program that accepts only around 20 students each year.
Stanford AIMI aims to advance AI research in medicine. Its summer research internship can be highly useful for students interested in working at the intersection of health and technology. It includes introductory and technical lectures on AI in healthcare, mentoring activities with researchers and students, social activities, hands-on group sessions for research projects, and virtual Career Lunch and Learns with guest speakers from academia, non-profits, industries, and the government.
Medicine Encompassed Student Internships
Location: Remote. Stipend: None. Application Deadline: Applications for general positions are on a rolling basis. Applications for executive positions are closed. Dates: Year-round internships are available. Apply here! Eligibility: Open to high school students in grades 9 to12 from all over the world
Medicine Encompassed is a student-led non-profit organization designed for high school students interested in biology, medicine, and STEAM (science, tech, engineering, arts, and math). As an intern, you will contribute to the organization’s medical curriculum development, the Project Cultivation outreach initiative, and other committee-specific projects.
Current available positions include writers, editors, and resource creators. Responsibilities for these positions include drafting accurate articles, revising blogs and social media resources, and making study guides and slideshows for students. You might also get to research medical topics, write informative articles or guides, and develop educational materials about various medical fields.
Ochsner STAR Program
Cost: FREE Research Topics: STAR is a four-week summer program focusing primarily on scientific research, practical medicine, and leadership development. The program not only exposes its students to the various subsets in medicine but also to community building through multiple community service projects.
Marine Teens Internship at the National History Museum
Location: Natural History Museum, Los Angeles, CA Eligibility: High school juniors and seniors from the Boyle Heights neighborhood in L.A. Application Deadline: The 2024 application is now closed. Information about the next application cycle will be available on the website from February 2025. Dates: Unpaid training in April and May; June 18, 2024 - July 26, 2024 (24 paid work hours per week) Stipend: Paid (amount not specified) for the summer internship
The competitive Marine Teens Internship at the Natural History Museum accepts only 10 students every year. As an intern, you will begin your training in the spring and officially become a paid intern during the summer when you work on a marine science project. You will have access to the museum's extensive collections and research while receiving mentorship from industry experts.
By the end of the internship, students gain key insights into conservation, outreach, and interpretation and have the opportunity to showcase their projects. The internship also includes excursions and field trips.
Johns Hopkins Internship in Brain Sciences (JHIBS) – Virtual Experience
Location: Virtual. Stipend: $500 scholarship. Application Deadline: Applications annually close on March 1. Dates: The virtual program goes on for 5 weeks from July to August. Applications for 2025 should open in December. Eligibility: Applications for the virtual program are open to high school juniors or seniors in the U.S. with a strong academic record in STEM subjects
The John Hopkins Internship in Brain Sciences (JHIBS) program aims to encourage students from underrepresented backgrounds interested in neuroscience by offering in-person and virtual internship opportunities in the field. The program aims to expose students to a career in neurological sciences by providing hands-on research experiences and mentorship to high school students across the US.
During the virtual program, you will participate in professional development training, networking activities, educational workshops, mentorship training, learning basic lab experiments and techniques, and more.
CURIE Academy at Cornell
Application Deadline: Mid-February Location: Ithaca, NY Cost: $1,900 tuition fee; covering housing, meals, and research supplies; scholarships are available. Program Dates: July 14-20, 2024Eligibility: - Open to female-identifying high school students who are rising juniors or seniors with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.- Applicants should have completed or plan to take advanced courses in math, science, and STEM-related fields, including AP Calculus, AP Physics, and AP Chemistry.- Students must also meet criteria related to their experiences or commitment to addressing barriers faced by women in STEM.
Hosted by Cornell University, the CURIE Academy is a 1-week residential program designed to support female high school students who are passionate about math and science. This intensive program brings together a cohort of roughly 50 rising high school juniors and seniors who live and learn on Cornell’s campus while engaging in hands-on research projects. Under the guidance of Cornell students and faculty. Participants complete and present a research project after participating in nine field sessions. The program’s primary goal is to encourage young women to pursue careers in engineering and STEM fields, offering them a glimpse into both academic and industry pathways. The program also emphasizes leadership development, helping students build a strong foundation for future success.
Stanford Institutes of Medicine Summer Research Program
Application Deadline: February 2025 Location: Stanford University, Stanford, CA Costs: $500-$2,500 stipend provided Program Dates: Variable depending on the specific internship program you choose Eligibility: High school juniors and seniors at least 16 years of age.
The Stanford Institutes of Medicine Summer Research Program (SIMR), offered by Stanford University, is an 8-week residential internship on campus. In the program, participants work alongside experienced mentors in one of eight research disciplines, including cancer biology, immunology, and biomedical engineering. Throughout the program, students engage in hands-on research, attend lectures, build prototypes, and present their findings. SIMR provides a stimulating environment for students to deepen their understanding of biomedical science while gaining valuable research experience. The program also offers a shorter boot camp option for students looking for a more concentrated experience.
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