INTERNSHIPS
INTERNSHIPS
What is an internship?
An internship is a short-term work experience where students gain practical skills in a real-world professional setting. It allows you to explore potential career interests, learn from professionals, and build experience for your resume. Internships can be paid or unpaid and are often designed to help you develop skills while still in school.
Location: Dallas, TX
Field: Healthcare / Medical
Eligibility: Juniors & Seniors, age 16+, ~3.0 GPA
Deadline: Opens Jan 16 (apply early, closes when full)
Apply: https://www.parklandhealth.org/high-school-summer-internship
Description:
An 8-week paid internship where students gain exposure to healthcare careers in a hospital setting. Participants explore different departments and develop professional skills in a real-world environment.
Location: Dallas, TX
Field: Public Health
Eligibility: High school + college students
Deadline: Rolling (open year-round)
Apply: https://www.dallascounty.org/departments/dchhs/contact-us/internship-fellowship.php
Description:
Interns work on public health initiatives such as community outreach, environmental health, and disease prevention. Great beginner-friendly opportunity to explore healthcare and government work.
Location: Dallas, TX
Field: Biomedical Research / STEM
Eligibility: High school juniors, age 16+
Deadline: Around January 20 each year
Apply: Search “UT Southwestern STARS high school program”
Description:
A competitive 8-week summer research program where students work in labs alongside scientists, conduct experiments, and present their findings.
Location: Remote (available to Dallas students)
Field: Business / Tech / STEM
Eligibility: All high school students
Deadline: Multiple cohorts (rolling)
Apply: https://www.ladderinternships.com
Description:
Students work with startups on real-world projects in fields like AI, business, and engineering. Offers mentorship and flexible scheduling.
Location: Dallas, TX
Field: Business / General
Eligibility: Dallas ISD students
Deadline: Varies (typically spring)
Apply: https://www.dallasisd.org/departments/workforce-development-and-employer-relations/dallas-isd-internship-program
Description:
A paid internship program connecting students with local businesses and organizations to gain real workplace experience.
Location: Dallas, TX
Field: Nonprofit / Social Impact
Eligibility: Sophomore–Senior, age 16+
Deadline: March 13
Apply: https://jfsdallas.org/volunteer/internship/
Description:
A 180-hour summer internship placing students in nonprofit organizations. Students gain experience in community service, leadership, and social impact work.
Location: Dallas, TX
Field: Education / STEM
Eligibility: Limited HS access (varies)
Deadline: Varies
Apply: https://uteach.utdallas.edu/students/internships/
Description:
Opportunities to assist with STEM education, tutoring, and outreach programs, ideal for students interested in teaching or mentoring.
Location: Houston or remote
Field: Tech, business, STEM, media, biotech & more
Eligibility: High school students (all grades)
Deadline: Multiple cohorts/rolling
Apply: https://www.ladderinternships.com
Description: Virtual internships with start‑ups and organizations where students work on real projects, build skills, and gain mentorship. Includes training sessions and a project coach.
Location: Houston, TX
Field: STEM (aeronautics, space science, engineering)
Eligibility: High school students 16+, U.S. citizens, ~3.0 GPA recommended
Deadline: Varies by cohort (spring: Sept 12; summer: Feb 27; fall: May 22)
Apply: Search “NASA OSTEM Internship Johnson Space Center”
Description: Competitive STEM internship involving hands‑on work alongside scientists and engineers on research and technical projects.
Location: Houston, TX (West Houston)
Field: Community service, leadership, nonprofit
Eligibility: Rising sophomores and older high school students
Deadline: Apply early (sessions typically begin first week of June)
Apply: https://www.sewaaspire.com/internships
Description: Interns support out‑of‑school programs, run summer camp activities, assist senior interns, and participate in leadership workshops. Requires ~50 service hours.
Location: Houston, TX
Field: Science, humanities, arts, health
Eligibility: Varies by partner/organization
Deadline: Varies
Apply: Institutions like Houston Museum of Natural Science, Texas Children’s Hospital, Rice Univ. TA positions
Description: Many schools in Houston’s Museum District offer internships—students can work in paleontology, history, coding, museum curation, veterinary assistant roles, and more through partner programs or school internship placements.
Location: Houston, TX
Field: STEM education & youth development
Eligibility: Middle school & high school students
Deadline: Rolling (contact program)
Apply/Info: Email INFO@STEME.org or visit https://www.steme.org/internship
Description: Interns gain workplace and administrative skills through STEM programs, mentoring, and youth development work while building communication and professional skills.
Location: Houston, TX
Field: Youth mentorship & community support
Eligibility: High school students (contact organization)
Deadline: Varies (summer program)
Apply: Check Impact Houston Church of Christ social pages or contact directly
Description: Summer role mentoring younger students, helping with programs and service projects, and assisting with youth activities.
Location: Austin, TX
Field: Multiple (Leadership, STEAM, Hospitality, Aviation, Business)
Eligibility: Austin‑area high school students age 15–18
Deadline: Applications open Jan 28 – Feb 28, 2026
Apply: https://www.austintexas.gov/ar‑xy/economic‑development/programs/high‑school‑internship‑opportunities
Description:
Multiple paid internships through the City of Austin’s Youth Initiatives. Students work 20 hours/week for six weeks in fields like leadership, STEAM, aviation services, or hospitality. Placements are based on interest and site availability.
Location: Austin, TX
Field: Business / Workforce Development
Eligibility: Austin ISD students entering grades 10–12
Deadline: Interest form due Feb 6, 2026
Apply: https://www.austinisd.org/oid/summer‑internships
Description:
A paid internship program partnering with local businesses and community partners. Students work ~20 hours/week for six weeks, earn a stipend, receive professional training, and gain real‑world experience.
Location: Austin, TX / UT Austin Campus (science research)
Field: STEM / Earth & Space Science
Eligibility: High school sophomores and juniors
Deadline: Typically in February (check UT Austin site)
Apply: Search “UT Austin SEES High School Internships” (UT Center for Space Research)
Description:
The STEM Enhancement in Earth Science (SEES) internship lets students work with NASA satellite data and UT Austin researchers on Earth science and research projects, including hands‑on exploration and scientific analysis.
Location: Remote (available to Austin students)
Field: Tech, Business, STEM, Marketing, etc.
Eligibility: All high school students
Deadlines: Rolling / Multiple cohorts year‑round
Apply: https://www.ladderinternships.com
Description:
Virtual internship placements with startups in many industries, including tech, AI, business, healthcare, and more. Students work on projects, receive mentorship, and participate in training sessions.
Location: Austin, TX
Field: Education / Therapy / Administrative
Eligibility: Varies by position (contact org)
Apply: Email education director at The Rise School of Austin (contact info on site)
Description:
Internship and volunteering opportunities that can include classroom support, therapy support (OT/PT/Speech), event coordination, and marketing. Students typically submit a cover letter and resume to inquire.
Location: Austin, TX
Field: Community / Leadership / Media
Eligibility: Teens ages 13–18
Deadline: Teen Fellowship app expected May 1–31, 2026
Apply: Visit Teen Hub on Austin Public Library site or contact branch
Description:
Paid teen fellowship roles that help support library programs, youth events, and media projects (like podcasts and workshops). The library also hosts summer internships through city programs (application window typically Jan–March).
Location: Austin, TX
Field: Environmental / Natural Resources / Public Service
Eligibility: Teens ages ~16–20
Deadline: Varies (e.g., due March 15 in past years)
Apply: Check Austin Youth Forest Council recruitment pages or school career offices
Description:
A paid internship working with city urban forestry professionals, assisting with community activities, environmental education, and natural resource projects.
Cook Children’s Health Care System Student Internship
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Field: Healthcare / Medical
Eligibility: High school students (16+, varies by program)
Deadline: Typically spring (varies yearly)
Apply: https://www.cookchildrens.org/careers/internships/
Description:
Students gain exposure to pediatric healthcare careers through shadowing, volunteer-based internships, and hands-on learning in a hospital environment.
Tarrant County Public Health Internship
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Field: Public Health / Government
Eligibility: High school + college students
Deadline: Rolling (year-round opportunities)
Apply: https://www.tarrantcounty.com/en/public-health/about-us/internships.html
Description:
Interns assist with community health initiatives, outreach programs, and data collection related to disease prevention and public wellness.
Lockheed Martin High School Internship Program
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Field: Engineering / Aerospace / Technology
Eligibility: High school juniors & seniors (strong academics required)
Deadline: Typically late fall–early winter
Apply: https://www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/students
Description:
A highly competitive internship where students explore aerospace engineering, manufacturing, and technology through real-world projects and mentorship.
City of Fort Worth Youth Internship Program
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Field: Government / Business / Public Service
Eligibility: High school students (Fort Worth residents preferred)
Deadline: Spring (varies yearly)
Apply: https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/departments/hr/youth-internship-program
Description:
Provides paid summer internships across city departments, helping students build professional skills and learn how local government operates.
Tarrant County College (TCC) Summer Bridge / Internship Programs
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Field: Education / STEM / Career Exploration
Eligibility: High school students (varies by program)
Deadline: Spring
Apply: https://www.tccd.edu/academics/high-school-programs/
Description:
Offers career exploration and internship-style programs where students can gain college-level exposure and hands-on experience in various fields.
Fort Worth ISD Career & Technical Education (CTE) Internships
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Field: Business / Technology / Trades
Eligibility: Fort Worth ISD students
Deadline: Varies (typically spring)
Apply: https://www.fwisd.org/domain/176
Description:
Connects students with local employers for internships aligned with their career pathway, including healthcare, IT, and business.
Girls Inc. of Tarrant County Internship/Leadership Programs
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Field: Nonprofit / Leadership / Social Impact
Eligibility: High school girls
Deadline: Varies
Apply: https://girlsinctarrant.org/
Description:
Leadership and internship-style programs focused on empowerment, community engagement, and career readiness.
Junior Achievement of the Chisholm Trail Student Programs
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Field: Business / Finance / Entrepreneurship
Eligibility: High school students
Deadline: Rolling / program-based
Apply: https://jachisholmtrail.org/
Description:
While not traditional internships, students participate in real-world business simulations, mentorship, and career-readiness programs with local professionals.