Hawaii Pacific Health's Health Careers Summer Internship

A 6 week, paid internship program is designed to provide students an opportunity to gain first-hand experience in the health care industry. Internships are offered at Hawaii Pacific Health and our network of medical centers in Hawaii. Program runs from June 15 to July 24. Students will learn about hospital systems, interact with experienced health care professionals, and explore a variety of different health care professions.

Application due Feb. 20, 2026 at 3:00 pm

Learn more online at HawaiiPacificHealth.org/SummerInternship or contact Human Resources at 808-535-7571.

UH Manoa CSS Academy for Hawaii Intelligence Studies Summer Program

This innovative opportunity delivers a FREE 3-credit, university-level course to Hawaii high school students and incoming UHM freshman. Minimum 3.0 GPA required to apply. All expenses, including registration, tuition/fees, airfare, and on-campus housing/meals, are included in this summer program

Course: POLS 120: Intro to World Politics

2025 Auto Academy

For rising Juniors or Graduating 2025 Seniors interested in the automotive industry. Students will participate in a 6-week program at a Cutter dealerships for half the day, then attend classes at HonCC for the other half of the day. This is a FREE program paid for by First Hawaiian Bank. Tuition, tools and supplies will all be covered. This is a six week, 4 credit course that students will be graded on. There will be homework, tests, and a final exam. Students who complete the course with a C or better will earn 4 college credits towards an AAS in Automotive Technology.

Dates: June 8, 2026 to July 17, 2026 from 7:00 am to 12pm

If you are interested, click here for details and instructions. LINK to online kama'aina application for this program. (The additional Early Admittance Form is only required for student who are under 18 years of age.) Please contact Robert Silva at rsilva1@hawaii.edu if you have any questions.

J.E.S.S.E. Internship

Junior Engineers Summer STEM Experience.

The College of Engineering's JESSE Internship Program invites all qualified high school juniors to explore this unique opportunity to experience a higher level of academics at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. Students will engage in hands-on engineering projects and/or assist college undergraduates, researchers, and professors with their research in state-of-the-art facilities.

Program will run from June 1- July 9. Open to upcoming high school seniors. Program cost: $450 (fee waivers available to those who demonstrate need) Application closes on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 11:59pm HST.

Visit College of Engineering at UHM - JESSE Internship for complete details and application.

The Medical Diagnosis and Treatment Summer Program at UH Manoa

This week-long summer program for students currently in grades 10-12 provides an engaging, hands-on learning opportunity for students interested in health professions. It will be in-person at the UH Mānoa John A. Burns School of Medicine.

The program usually includes gross anatomy laboratory demonstrations, clinical skills laboratories, computerized manikin simulations, and simulated patient interactions that enables students to learn how to:

describe the epidemiology, signs and symptoms, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of illnesses common in Hawaii
perform basic clinical skills such as measuring vital signs and listening to the heart and lungs with stethoscopes
interview and counsel patients

The Medical Diagnosis and Treatment program is part of UH Mānoa’s Summer Programs. The fee is $575**. To register, submit the completed PROGRAM APPLICATION to Summer Programs (Avaialble in March 2026). If you have questions about registration, contact Summer Programs at summer.programs@hawaii.edu or (808) 956-9246.

**Need-based scholarships for Hawaii residents are available to cover registration fee. SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION must be received by 4:30pm, Feb. 27, 2026. More information about the scholarships is available on the JABSOM website.

U.S. Senator Brian Schatz's High School Internship Program

U.S. Senator Brian Schatz's high school internship program provides a hands-on learning opportunity and encourages students to be leaders and advocates in their schools and communities. High school interns in Senator Schatz's office meet weekly via video conference to complete projects throughout the course of their internship. Previous classes have conducted peer surveys, attended community meetings, tracked how federal legislation impacts their communities, and learned how to propose the office take action on issues that are important to them.

The internship runs from late September - April, and interns must commit for the full term. This is a virtual internship, and the work is designed to be completed outside of school hours. The program uses online tools and communication methods, so students from all islands are encouraged to apply.

Public, private, charter, and homeschool students in the State of Hawai‘i may apply. Students must have a GPA of 2.5 or better and have access to email throughout the internship. Interns will be selected based on their involvement in their community and diversity of interests. Student government experience is not required. Strong preference is given to students in their last year of school. Underclassmen who are interested in the program should contact the office before applying.

Visit the website.

Applications for the 2025 - 26 school year are due before 12:00pm HT on Wednesday, August 20.

Please contact HighSchool_Internship@schatz.senate.gov or our Hawai‘i office at 808-523-2061 with any questions.

Apply online

Food Biosecurity Program @ LCC

What is food biosecurity? It's the protection of food from biological threats and hazards such as pests, diseases, invasive species, and/or supply chain issues. If you are interested in studying Food Biosecurity at Leeward Community College here are two opportunities to earn $$ and gain experience/knowledge within the field.

The Summer Experiential Learning Program (for which there is a financial award of up to $2500) is a general introduction to the food biosecurity industry. The program commitment is from June 4th to July 1st. They also offer a Fall/Spring program for eligible students to receive Full Tuition Support for their first year at LCC (plus $500 financial aid award). This will require a commitment to enroll in specific courses each semester, all of which would serve as prerequisites or electives to fulfill your degree requirements. There are also opportunities for directed research or peer mentoring activities for those who have strong interest.

Scan the QR code for more info and to sign up.

Spring 2025 HIDOE Student Internship Opportunities!

The Hawaii State Department of Education state offices, complex area offices, and schools offer in-person student internships to provide students with opportunities to learn employability and technical skills related to their career interests. Students must be at least 16 years of age, be a high school junior or senior, and be enrolled in a program of study that aligns with the internship (preferred).

Click on the link above to see application/deadline information and internship dates. Pay rate is $20/hour.

UH Manoa - College of Social Sciences

Academy for Hawaii Intelligence Studies

Nalukai Academy - Startup Camp

www.nalukai.org

The 2024 Nalukai Academy Summer Startup Camp will be held from July 5th-14th on Hawaii Island. Due date for applications has been extended to April 19th.

USDA AgDiscovery Summer Youth Program

The Hawaii AgDiscovery Program will be held this summer July 7 - July 20, 2024 and is open to high school students in grads 9, 10, and 11 who are interested in exploring career and educational opportunities in the plant and animal science fields, with presentations by USDA and the University of Hawaii and visit local agribusinesses. Students will participate in a wide range of hands-on activities, such as pest identification, chocolate tasting, DNA barcoding, and plant inspections. Students will also get to experience Hawaiian culture by engaging in canoe paddling, lei making, and managing invasive species to protect the native ecosystem-all while absorbing college life on the UH Manoa Campus.

All applications must be submitted online by April 5, 2024 midnight (ET). Applications are available at www.aphis.usda.gov/agdiscovery. Essays and letters of recommendations will be required along with your completed application form. Details and list of additional requirements available on the website.

Costs for the program, room, and board are covered. *Costs associated with traveling to UH Manoa on opening day and returning home at the conclusion of the program on closing day will not be provided.

ZIPPY'S High School Internship Program - Culinary & Front of the House

This is a paid summer internship available to Juniors and Seniors (age 16-18).
Applicants must have a 2.0+ GPA
Be able to follow all policies and procedures. Must arrive on time to all scheduled shifts in proper attire, ready to work and learn.
Program Dates: June 5 - July 31
Pay rate: $12-$15 per hour
Work hours: 15 hours per week minimum, 30 hoursper week maximum
To apply, visit zippys.com/careers -click on CAREER OPPORTUNITIES, search for HIGH SCHOOL INTERNSHIP, select location, click on APPLY.
Deadline to apply: April 30, 2023

Project Hokulani

Supporting Native Hawaiian high school students to enter into postsecondary science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields through a culturally responsive, strength- and work-based enrichment program.

Apply at:

https://cds.coe.hawaii.edu/hokulani/application/#ApplicationProcess

*Deadline has been extended to June 2nd

Internships for High School Students

Students learn about submarines and their technological advancements, meet experts in the field, and demo Innovation Cart programs for the public while receiving one-to-one assistance for college success through the museum's mentorship program.

Junior and Senior year high school students are welcome to apply throughout the year.

https://www.bowfin.org/stem-program

Questions? Contact education@bowfin.org or call (808) 423-1341.

The NHSEMP Freshman Bridge is a 10-week program for students interested in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM). This program addresses areas of interest for incoming college freshmen: greater preparation for college-level math courses, financial assistance, comfort within a large university system, and a smooth transition from high school to college. In addition, students will perform research in university laboratories under the guidance of UH faculty members, researchers, and graduate students.

Application Deadline: March 27, 2023 (by 11:59pm HST)

Link to Program Website & Application: http://go.hawaii.edu/4fx

Native Hawaiian Science & Engineering Mentorship Program

When: June 5 - August 11, 2023 (10 weeks)

Where: UH Manoa campus (in-person program)

Who: Incoming, University of Hawaii at Manoa freshmen interested in studying STEM

* Native Hawaiian, Alaska Native, Native American, Polynesian, and Pacific Island students are strongly encouraged to apply.

Activities:

- Math and Hawaiian Studies courses (for University-required credit)

- STEM Research experience in UH Manoa laboratories

- Daily study sessions

- 'Oi Ka Na'auao Spotlight Series (professional development, cultural engagement, guest speakers)

- 6-week residential experience in the on-campus dorms

- STEM activities, site visits, and more!

Benefits:

- No application fee

- UH Manoa Summer tuition & fees (expenses paid!)

- Earn 5+ credits of required UH Manoa coursework

- Potential residential experience (expenses paid!)

- Acquire knowledge and hands-on experience

- Learn to navigate your way through the University of Hawaii system

- Academic stipend upon successful completion of the Freshman Bridge program!

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