Internship, Job, and Summer Opportunities
INTERNSHIPS
Internships are one of the best ways to explore careers, gain real‑world experience, and become future‑ready. The opportunities below span many interests and industries, but students are expected to take an active role in researching each program, reviewing eligibility and deadlines, and applying early. Use internships to ask questions, build skills, make connections, and take ownership of your college, career, and future goals.
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Innovative, hands-on opportunities in mathematics, basic and applied science, and engineering in both formal and informal settings. With a STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) focus, we successfully target and prepare underrepresented minorities, women and economically at risk students to successfully pursue STEM related degrees and careers.​
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NASA offers several opportunities for students to undertake meaningful and challenging projects that truly make an impact on humanity.
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ORCA is an innovative early college academy for high school students, who can earn up to two years of college credit while completing their high school graduation requirements.​
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During this 4-week internship, Discoverers will have the opportunity to gain hands on project experience, develop professional skills while gaining mentorship from Microsoft employees.​
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This internship program integrates multiple disciplines and ways of knowing to support a diverse community of interns in finding a career path that is right for them.​
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Ages 18-24 to receive training and certification that qualifies them for entry-level roles in our region's dynamic maritime industry! The Port partners with maritime industry employers to host participants for three month internships that may lead to permanent employment. ​
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Rising juniors or seniors jump start a biotech career. Prepare for an entry-level biomanufacturing role or continue on with other biotechnology tracks at SCC to continue your biotech training. Earn 9 credits with free tuition through Running Start. ​
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Committed to inspiring the next generation of scientists, physicians and healthcare workers. The Science Education Department offers high school students the opportunity to learn more about biology laboratory research.
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The Summer High School Internship Program (SHIP) is a competitive, eight-week, full-time paid internship for rising 12th graders. The program is specifically designed for students from backgrounds underrepresented in biomedical science
JSTI East is a two-week residential program in Maryland for current high school students and teachers that exposes them to scientific research through hands-on projects. This program enables participants to work with DoD scientists and STEM experts to inspire and increase awareness of career opportunities in STEM-related fields
​Love parks and being outdoors? King County Parks Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) is a PAID summer internship program for teens interested in jobs in parks and the environment. Ten positions are open to all students entering grades 10-12 who attend school in King County.
PNNL partners with colleges, universities, and high schools to offer student internships in a wide range of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) and business fields.
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This program will specifically allow teen artists of color to hone their artwork under the guidance of professional mentors.​
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Interested in exploring the business of energy production and distribution? City Light provides high school internships that allow you to get a paid, hands-on experience with the business of the utility.​
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KEXP’s Internship Program seeks to provide interns from historically under-invited and under-represented communities with hands-on experience. Our program is designed to develop and equip emerging leaders in a variety of fields including music programming, audio production, and nonprofit capacity building. ​​
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* Search for more internships by Googling: high school internships Washington state
JOBS for CHS students
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Job Postings are located in the College & Career Center
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​​Community members: If you have a position that would be suitable for high schoolers and would like to post it with the College & Career Readiness Center's Job Board, please email Wendy Scott .
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SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES
Summer programs are a great way to try something new, deepen an interest, or explore a possible career path outside the school year. These opportunities encourage curiosity, learning, and growth—students should research each option, pay attention to deadlines, and choose experiences that feel meaningful and exciting to them.
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Opportunities await.
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Girls Who Code offers different program options so high school students can choose what’s right for them - no coding experience required!
The Summer Immersion Program (SIP) is a two-week live virtual classroom experience where students will meet like-minded peers as they design creative computer games, gain practical college and career advice from industry professionals, and explore tech careers.
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The University of Washington’s Youth & Teen Programs offers enrichment opportunities during the school year and summer.
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Seattle University offers three pre-college summer programs that provide opportunities for self-paced learning, experiential projects, and real-time engagement with our faculty and undergraduate program advisors. Students will have the opportunity to connect with like-minded young leaders from across the country!
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are an intensive 4 days focusing on small group ensembles.​
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One of WANIC’s primary goals is to prepare students for post-secondary education or a rewarding career in any field. We value, model, and teach skills that set students up to be successful, respected, and confident members of society during high school and beyond. WANIC faculty and staff devote their time and energy into cultivating a culture of mutual respect, safety and inclusivity, positive social behavior, and high academic standards.​
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This Securing the Supply Chain Summit will concentrate on building pathways for success by securing infrastructure, supply chain and energy systems. For the first time in our lifetimes, supply chains are front and center in the public's consciousness. Our supply chains need to be resilient while still efficient and cost effective. Speakers from industry, policy organizations and education will delve into the challenges to the supply chain, how it is changing, and what will need to happen in the future. ​
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For 2025, the University of Washington’s INSIGHT High School Program will be virtual. Students will take a deep dive into injury and violence prevention research through various activities. The program is open to high school students entering grades 9-12 or recently graduated from July 7 – August 1, 2025.
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Teaching high school students the skills they need to succeed in their lives & careers.
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M.A.S.H. Camp is a free, multi-day experience held every summer for high school students to explore careers in health care.
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Inspiring and educating the next generation of STEM professionals.
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Seattle Children’s is committed to recruiting the best healthcare professionals and inspiring high school students to pursue a career in an allied health profession.
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