ExLENT Internships

The NSF ExLENT Internship is an 10-week long program where students will work one-on-one with an Industry Partner who specializes in emerging technologies within STEM fields. Students will spend five (5) hours per week with your cohort at the KapCC STEM Center completing weekly workshops. This internship will sharpen critical thinking and analytical skills while providing hands-on experience to boost job prospects, advance career, and strengthen academic performance. 

Preference for internships are given to those who've attended our Workshops and/or Site Visits.

1. U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

2. Kapi'olani Community College*

3. Must be able to commit 40 hours/week, including:

• Mandatory 2 hour orientation

• Weekly cohort meetings

• Research and poster creation

• 2-3 Unrulr posts per week

• Completion of all Pre, Mid, and Post surveys

• Presenting and attending Student Undergraduate Research Fair (SURF) at the end of the Fall semester

*Priority will be given to KapCC students.

• $5,500 Stipend

• Opportunity to network with local industry professionals

• Gain career-ready skills

• Academic support

• Completed LinkedIn profile, and resumé/CV building

• Presentation and possible publication for your CV