Opportunities for Summer Internships in High School

I'm looking for summer internship opportunities for high school students. Does anyone know of any fields or companies open to hiring juniors over the summer? How can I land one of these positions?

Sure, internships can be a fantastic way to gain experience in a potential field of interest, and many are open to high school students.

There are plenty of areas where high school internships are available. Potential fields include tech, public service and government, healthcare, and biosciences, just to name a few. For instance, large technology companies often have internship programs designed for high school students, such as Microsoft’s High School Internship program. Also, look into your local hospital or biotech companies, many of them have programs specifically designed to encourage young people to explore healthcare careers.

To find these opportunities, one of your best resources is likely to be your school's guidance counselor or career center. They can often direct you to local businesses and organizations that have established internship programs for high school students. In addition, you might try reaching out to organizations in your area of interest directly to see if they would be open to taking an intern. You could also look into non-profit organizations in your community—many would welcome the help and could give you a chance to gain experience in a variety of roles.

Landing an internship often involves steps similar to applying for a college or a job. You'll likely need to submit a resume and cover letter, and possibly go through an interview process. Focus your resume and cover letter on your relevant skills and experiences, even if they are not in a work setting. For example, leadership roles in clubs or success in relevant coursework demonstrate your passion for the field. Additionally, preparing for an interview is always a good idea—even if one isn't required for the internship application, it will provide good practice for future job and college interviews.

Also, remember to start your internship search and application process early. These positions can be highly competitive, and organizations often have early deadlines for applications.

Best of luck with your internship search!