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Explore your interests - Here are a few to get you thinking!

 

Art, Design, and Architecture - Consider local:

Architecture firms

Art schools and camps

Interior design firms

Landscaping design firms

Construction firms 

 

Education - Consider local:

Summer school programs

Summer camps for kids

Local public libraries

 

Engineering/Science - Consider local:

Engineering firms

See art, design, and architecture firms above

Unique internship opportunities:

 

1. https://www.training.nih.gov/programs/hs-sip 

National Institute of Health High School Summer Internship Program (HS-SIP)

Description: HS-SIP gives students the chance to perform full-time biomedical research at NIH facilities, working alongside scientists who are global leaders in the field. Eligible applicants must be juniors or seniors at the time of application and at least 17 years old by the start of the program. Unfortunately, the NIH does not provide housing so students must live within 40 miles of an NIH campus (note that this isn’t a requirement for students who are 18 years or older). HS-SIP is very competitive, accepting around 15 percent of applicants. 

Location: NIH campuses in Bethesda, Baltimore, and Frederick, MD. Limited numbers of positions are also available in Hamilton, MT; Framingham, MA; Phoenix, AZ; and Detroit, MI. Stipend ($2,190 per month) Length: 8 weeks

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2. https://www.colorado.edu/summer/apply-enroll/pre-college-students/non-credit-opportunities-high-school-students

Participating interns complete a multi-week engineering design experience focused on using Maker technologies (e.g., 3D printers, laser cutters, and electronics) to create accessible materials for community clients, typically children, who are blind or visually impaired.

 

3. https://www.businesseducationconnection.org/cause 

The CAUSE Internship is for local high school students who are interested in the technology field and want to make an impact in our community.  Get paid to use your technology and marketing skills!  The dates of the internship are Monday, June 5th - Friday, June 30th.  If you are interested, please click on the link below to apply.  The deadline is Friday, April 7th. Students earn $22/hour, Participate 35 hours/week

 

General/Multi Interests

Unique internship opportunities:

 

1. https://about.bankofamerica.com/en/making-an-impact/student-leaders

Bank of America: Student Leaders Program

Description: Student Leaders assign paid internships at local nonprofits to juniors and seniors interested in honing their community and business leadership skills. Participants also attend a one-week summit in Washington, D.C, where they meet with members of Congress and participate in projects and workshops focused on societal engagement. Around 225 students are chosen each year to participate.

Location: A nonprofit organization in your local area plus a 1-week summit in Washington, D.C.

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2. https://internships.si.edu/opportunities

Smithsonian internships for high school students

 

Health and Medicine - Consider local:

Hospitals

Clinics

Doctor Offices

Unique internship opportunities:

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1. https://dceg.cancer.gov/fellowship-training/summer-internships

The Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics (DCEG) offers a summer research internship for students interested in exploring careers in cancer epidemiology, biostatistics, and genetics.

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2. https://www.childrenscolorado.org/research-innovation/training-opportunities/

Child Health Research Internship

Rising seniors will work in the lab from June - August with members of the Department of Pediatrics faculty at Children's Hospital Colorado and the University of Colorado on the Anschutz Medical Campus. The summer program will introduce students to research opportunities related to child health. The summer internships will include opportunities for students to participate in a lecture research series and present their research at the completion of the summer internship. A stipend of $3,500 to assist with travel and housing costs. The deadline to apply is February 1, 2023.

 

Journalism/Writing - Consider local:

Newspapers

Local Public Libraries

Public TV and radio

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Non-Profit/Volunteer/Service  - Consider offering to do a summer internship at one of these organizations. 

 

Performing Arts - Consider local:

Local theaters

Local performing arts centers

Dance companies

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Restaurant and hotel management/Culinary/Food Service - Consider local:

Hotels 

Restaurants

Event venues

Caterers 

 

Sports, recreation, outdoor, and fitness  - Consider local:

Sports organizations

Summer camps for kids 

Health clubs and fitness centers

Golf courses

Dance studios

Yoga studios

Outdoor outfitters

Conversation groups

Parks and wildlife government agencies 

Unique internship opportunities:

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1. ​https://cpw.state.co.us/aboutus/Pages/Jobs-Internships.aspx

Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) currently engage paid interns in a variety of fields, including:

park management

hatchery management

interpretation​

wildlife biology

 

2. https://www.thesca.org/serve/national-crews

Student Conservation Association National Crews

Description: National Crews gives 15–19 year olds the opportunity to work on parks restoration projects and trail maintenance in crews of 6–8 students. Students live in tents, cook their own food, learn outdoor skills, and learn about ecology and the environment. Sites include national, regional, state, and local parks. National Crews is moderately competitive, accepting fewer than half of all candidates.  

Location: National parks and public lands across the United States

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3. https://aspennature.jumbula.com/summer-camp

ACES (Aspen Center for Environmental Studies) Summer Camp

ACES has two paid, hands-on, learning and training programs for high school and college students this summer working with their Education and Agriculture teams. Find out more about the Trook Apprenticeship in Environmental Education and the Agriculture Stewardship.

Applications for the 2024-2025 Youth In Nature program are also open. This year-long paid program is offered through a partnership with organizations throughout the valley, and connects students from across our region with new people, places, and outdoor professionals.

 

Video and photography - Consider local and remote:

 

Advertising agencies 

Marketing companies

Video production companies

Local theaters

Local performing arts centers