Internships
Here you can find a variety of internship opportunities, from STEM to construction, some paid and others unpaid. Our biggest advice: if there’s something you’re passionate about and you know a company doing that work, cold email them. Companies are always looking for motivated young people who want to learn and help.
Location: Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX
Paid or Not: Paid - $750 stipend
Dates: 7 ‑ week summer program
Eligibility / Who Should Apply: Rising seniors, graduating seniors, and first‑year college students with strong academic backgrounds; must be 17+
Meaningful Work: Conduct independent research in a university lab.
Skill Development: Research design, data analysis, scientific writing, and presentation skills.
Mentorship & Networking: One‑on‑one faculty mentorship; access to the Texas Tech research community.
Career Advancement: Alumni often publish research, win national awards, and enter top STEM programs.
Anson L. Clark Scholars Program
NASA SEES High School Internship
Location: Austin, TX + Virtual
Paid or Not: Unpaid
Dates: June - July
Eligibility / Who Should Apply: Rising juniors and seniors interested in Earth science, space science, or data science.
Meaningful Work: Work with NASA scientists on satellite data, climate, and Earth science projects.
Skill Development: Coding, GIS, remote sensing, data analysis.
Mentorship & Networking: Mentorship from NASA and UT Austin researchers.
Career Advancement: Strong stepping stone into NASA internships and aerospace pathways.
MD Anderson Cancer Center - Summer Research Program (SHIP)
Location: Houston, TX
Paid or Not: Paid stipend
Dates: 8–10 weeks
Eligibility / Who Should Apply: High‑school seniors, graduating seniors, and first‑year college students; must be 18+; ideal for future pre‑med or biomedical researchers.
Meaningful Work: Assist in real cancer research labs with experiments and data collection.
Skill Development: Molecular biology, lab techniques, microscopy, and scientific communication.
Mentorship & Networking: Mentorship from MD Anderson scientists and clinicians.
Career Advancement: Excellent preparation for biomedical research, pre‑med, and competitive fellowships.
Welch Summer Scholar Program (WSSP)
Location: UT Austin, UT Arlington, UT Dallas, UH, Texas A&M, Texas Tech
Paid or Not: Unpaid; housing + meals covered
Dates: 5‑week summer program
Eligibility / Who Should Apply: Texas high‑school sophomores and juniors interested in chemistry.
Meaningful Work: Conduct hands‑on chemistry research and present findings.
Skill Development: Lab safety, chemical analysis, scientific writing, and teamwork.
Mentorship & Networking: Daily mentorship from chemistry faculty and graduate students.
Career Advancement: Strong foundation for STEM majors and competitive research programs.
Energy Empowerment Program (LEEP)
Location: Houston, TX
Paid or Not: Not listed publicly (most cohorts are unpaid; some offer stipends depending on partnerships)
Dates: Yearlong program (Summer start)
Eligibility / Who Should Apply: High school students ages 16–18 interested in energy careers, workforce development, leadership, or personal growth
Meaningful Work: Explore multiple career paths in the energy sector while completing structured personal development modules
Skill Development: Mindset, social awareness, planning, problem‑solving, teamwork, communication, career readiness Mentorship & Networking: Industry exposure, professional development workshops, college and career guidance Career Advancement: Students receive support for post‑secondary planning, resume building, and workforce readiness
Girlstart - STEM Volunteer & Leadership Experienc
Location: Austin, TX
Paid or Not: Unpaid (volunteer‑based, but structured and skill‑building)
Dates: Summer camps (June–August) + year‑round community STEM events
Eligibility / Who Should Apply: High school students (grades 9–12) interested in STEM, teaching, youth leadership, or community engagement. No prior STEM experience required. Meaningful Work: Support hands‑on STEM activities for elementary and middle school girls; assist with camp logistics; help lead small groups during experiments and engineering challenges.
Skill Development: Youth facilitation, communication, teamwork, STEM activity execution, event operations, leadership. Mentorship & Networking: Work alongside Girlstart educators, STEM professionals, and college‑aged program leaders; exposure to women in STEM careers.
Career Advancement: Strong resume builder for students exploring STEM, education, or youth development; experience often leads to future paid camp counselor roles or STEM internships.
Alamo Academies Internship (via San Antonio Manufacturers Association)
Location: San Antonio, TX
Paid or Not: Free program; internships are typically paid through industry partners
Dates: Summer
Eligibility / Who Should Apply: High school students ages 16-18 interested in STEM, aerospace, IT, advanced manufacturing, or health careers
Meaningful Work: Participate in hands‑on, industry‑aligned training and complete internships with local manufacturers
Skill Development: Technical skills, engineering basics, manufacturing processes, safety training, workplace readiness
Mentorship & Networking: Direct connections with SAMA industry partners and Alamo Colleges faculty
Career Advancement: Many students transition into apprenticeships, certifications, or full‑time employment
Paid Summer Internship Program - Family Service
Location: San Antonio, TX
Paid or Not: Paid (part‑time; wage varies by placement)
Dates: Summer Eligibility / Who Should Apply:
-
Ages 14–17
-
Must live in San Antonio City Council Districts 1–8
-
Must attend one of the following districts: SAISD, Northside, Edgewood, Harlandale, South San, Southside, Southwest ISD
-
Must provide Social Security card + birth certificate or Texas ID
Meaningful Work: Students are matched with internships across industries based on interests and career goals
Skill Development: Professional communication, workplace skills, time management, career exploration
Mentorship & Networking: Partner organizations across San Antonio; career coaching from Family Service staff Career Advancement: Builds early work experience and supports long‑term career planning
TDIndustries - High School Internship Program
Location: San Antonio, TX
Paid or Not: Paid
Dates: Summer
Eligibility / Who Should Apply: High school students ages 16-18 interested in construction, skilled trades, manufacturing, or facilities management; must be able to work 40+ hours/week
Meaningful Work: Hands‑on experience in construction, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and facilities operations
Skill Development: Technical trades, safety training, teamwork, problem‑solving, project support
Mentorship & Networking: Work alongside skilled trades professionals and industry mentors
Career Advancement: Strong pathway into apprenticeships, certifications, and skilled trades careers
StandOut Connect - High School Internship Matching Program
Location: Remote (companies located across the U.S.)
Paid or Not: Varies by company (some paid, some unpaid; StandOut Connect itself does not guarantee pay)
Dates: Summer 2026 (two‑month internship)
Eligibility / Who Should Apply: High‑achieving high school students seeking real‑world experience in fields such as finance, medicine, law, technology, entrepreneurship, or business
Meaningful Work: Students are matched with innovative companies founded by alumni of top universities or firms. Each student completes a two‑month internship where they lead and complete a real project for their matched company.
Skill Development: Recruiting skills, professional communication, project management, industry‑specific skills (varies by placement), leadership, problem‑solving
Mentorship & Networking: Through mentorship from industry professionals and company founders, students complete a meaningful project that boosts their résumé and frequently results in return opportunities.
Ladder Internships
Location: Remote
Paid or Not: Varies (program cost varies; financial aid available)
Dates: 8‑week programs with multiple cohorts year‑round
Eligibility / Who Should Apply: High school students able to work 10–20 hours/week; also open to undergraduates and gap‑year students
Meaningful Work: Work with global startups and nonprofits on real projects in fields like engineering, AI, journalism, sustainability, and more
Skill Development: Research, innovation, communication, time management, industry‑specific skills
Mentorship & Networking: Paired with a startup manager and a dedicated Ladder coach; group training sessions
Career Advancement: Builds experience in emerging industries and strengthens college and career pathways
NASA OSTEM Internships
Location: NASA centers nationwide (including Houston) and virtual
Paid or Not: Paid (stipend based on academic level)
Dates: Spring, Summer, and Fall sessions
Eligibility / Who Should Apply: U.S. citizens ages 16+ with a 3.0 GPA; high school through graduate students
Meaningful Work: Contribute to NASA projects in engineering, tech, climate science, AI, and more
Skill Development: Research, engineering, coding, aerospace systems, scientific communication
Mentorship & Networking: Work alongside NASA scientists, engineers, and mission professionals
Career Advancement: Strong pathway into NASA careers, research roles, and competitive STEM programs
Texas High School Aerospace Scholars (HAS)
Location: Online + Johnson Space Center, Houston
Paid or Not: Unpaid
Dates: Year‑long program with summer residential experience
Eligibility / Who Should Apply: Texas high school juniors who are U.S. citizens
Meaningful Work: Complete NASA‑designed coursework and participate in design challenges
Skill Development: Engineering design, 3D modeling, math/science application, teamwork
Mentorship & Networking: Virtual engagement with NASA engineers and scientists
Career Advancement: Top students attend a NASA‑led summer experience and gain strong STEM preparation
Project SEED (American Chemical Society)
Location: Varies by lab (Texas sites available)
Paid or Not: Paid ($4,000 stipend)
Dates: 8-10 weeks, June-August
Eligibility / Who Should Apply: High school sophomores, juniors. seniors (and recent graduates) with chemistry coursework; income‑based preference
Meaningful Work: Conduct independent chemistry research in university or government labs
Skill Development: Lab techniques, data analysis, scientific writing, research methods
Mentorship & Networking: Work with professional chemists and lab mentors
Career Advancement: Opportunity to present research and strengthen STEM college applications
Austin Youth Initiatives Office Internships
Location: Austin, TX
Paid or Not: Paid ($13/hour)
Dates: 7‑week summer program
Eligibility / Who Should Apply: Austin‑area high school students ages 15–18
Meaningful Work: Intern in STEAM, leadership, aviation, hospitality, or city departments
Skill Development: Professional communication, project management, career‑specific skills
Mentorship & Networking: Work alongside city staff and industry professionals
Career Advancement: Builds early work experience and exposure to multiple career pathways
Houston Bar Association CIS Legal Internship
Location: Houston, TX
Paid or Not: Paid
Dates: 8‑week summer program
Eligibility / Who Should Apply: Academically advanced juniors and seniors from at‑risk schools
Meaningful Work: Work in prestigious law firms and observe legal practice
Skill Development: Legal research, professional communication, case exposure
Mentorship & Networking: Mentoring from attorneys and enrichment programming
Career Advancement: Strong introduction to legal careers and professional environments
Army Educational Outreach Program (AEOP)
Location: Labs nationwide (Texas included)
Paid or Not: Paid (stipend varies)
Dates: Summer; dates vary by site
Eligibility / Who Should Apply: U.S. citizen high school students; requirements vary by location
Meaningful Work: Conduct research in Army labs or university research centers
Skill Development: STEM research, lab techniques, AI/ML, cybersecurity, engineering
Mentorship & Networking: Work with DoD scientists, university researchers, and industry experts
Career Advancement: Strong preparation for competitive STEM programs and research careers
University of Houston Mohan Lab Internship
Location: Houston, TX
Paid or Not: Unpaid
Dates: 8‑week summer program
Eligibility / Who Should Apply: Rising seniors with interest in biomedical or bioengineering fields
Meaningful Work: Participate in bench research after initial lab training
Skill Development: Lab techniques, data analysis, research methods
Mentorship & Networking: Work with scientists and graduate students
Career Advancement: Potential for continued research and contributions to publications
National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) Internship
Location: Dallas, TX
Paid or Not: TBD (previous cohorts unpaid)
Dates: 5‑week program
Eligibility / Who Should Apply: High school students in Frisco ISD
Meaningful Work: Rotate through Programs, Development, and Marketing; complete a group project
Skill Development: Professional communication, public speaking, resume building
Mentorship & Networking: Work with NBCF staff and department leads
Career Advancement: Strong introduction to nonprofit careers and professional skills
Veritas AI Internship
Location: Remote
Paid or Not: Varies (program cost; some financial aid available)
Dates: 8‑week program
Eligibility / Who Should Apply: High school students with prior AI/ML experience or Veritas AI coursework
Meaningful Work: Work on real AI/ML projects with VC‑backed startups
Skill Development: Machine learning, coding, data analysis, project management
Mentorship & Networking: Mentors from Harvard, Wharton, Google, Microsoft, McKinsey.
Career Advancement: Strong portfolio projects and exposure to industry‑level AI work