STEM Workshop Day Sept 7, 2025 - USS Hornet

Register for the ISTAS25 IEEE SSIT STEM Event on the USS Hornet! Now, Special Tours! 

We're excited to share that the ISTAS25 IEEE SSIT STEM Day will take place Sunday, September 7, 2025, from 10 AM to 5 PM aboard the historic USS Hornet in Alameda, CA!

 For more information and to register: https://attend.ieee.org/istas-2025/ssit-stem-day/

This full-day, hands-on experience will bring together students, educators, technologists, and families to explore STEM through immersive activities — on the decks of a legendary aircraft carrier.

 Free Admission For:

  Students

  Teachers with school ID

 What to Expect:

• Interactive STEM zones and exhibits

• Family-friendly hands-on learning

• Real-time demos powered by IEEE REACH and the USS Hornet team

• Free Domino’s Pizza!
  
  

 Register now to qualify for special 1-hour Docent-led tours, running all day long, of the USS Hornet’s:

• Flight Deck – air traffic control, catapult, arresting gear

• Engine Room – operation and power management

• Power Generation – from salt water to steam

• Navigation – compass, navigation room instruments

• Combat Information Center and Radio Central

Sprouts Chef Trainee

Anyone interested in becoming a Sprouts Chef Trainee can complete the online application here by September 1st.

Here is what our timeline is looking like for Fall 2025: 

• August 1: Applications open (interview invites sent on a rolling basis)

• September 1: Applications close

• Mid-September: Interns matched with restaurants based on availability and location

• Late September: Trial shifts completed

• Early October: Internships begin

• Mid-December: Internships conclude

Here are our eligibility requirements and program details to become a Chef Trainee:

• Be 16 – 28 years of age

• Have the desire to become a chef or work a culinary job to pay for your next step in life

• Have experienced hardship (low income, conflict with the law, lapse in school, involved with substance abuse, involved in gang violence, experienced domestic violence, learning disability)

• Have an intermediate English language proficiency

• Be willing to devote approx. 12 hours per week for 8 weeks (96 hours total)

• Live in stable housing

• Have access to reliable transportation (most students work on the Stanford campus)

• Demonstrate enthusiasm, teamwork, focus, and vision

• Have a reliable, working cell-phone that can receive texts and calls

Pacific Coast Scholarship Award

Purpose:

To encourage high school seniors or college students to enroll in educational programs that will prepare them for careers connected to the pile driving industry and to provide opportunities for those students who receive financial support to liaise with PDCA

Who May Apply:

Any high school senior or current college student who will be enrolling full-time in an academic institution for the academic year beginning in the semester following the date of application. The student's choice of an academic field must be related to the pile driving industry (may include safety, engineering, accounting, IT, etc.) The applicant must be a Pacific Coast resident.

How to Apply:

The following materials must be included with the application:

• A transcript of high school grades and/or college grades, through the last grading period prior to the date of application. The high school transcript must include ACT/SAT scores and class standing.

• A letter of recommendation from the high school or college faculty.

• A letter of sponsorship from a PDCA member considered to be in good standing. (Contact the PDCA office if you need help contacting a member.)

• A high resolution photo of yourself to be used in PDCA publications, including PileDriver magazine. 

Academic Institution:

The academic institution will be either a college/university or community college located in the United States which has a minimum two-year program related to building, construction or the driven pile industry.

Scholarship Program: 

After approval by the scholarship committee, awards will be provided to recipients who meet the following criteria:

• Maintains a 2.5 cumulative grade point average. If grades fall below this level, he/she will be placed on probation for one semester. If grade level does not return to the needed level, future scholarship awards will be forfeited.

• Continues to pursue a course of study in the fields previously referenced.

• Submits transcripts each semester as soon as they are available.

• Provides proof of enrollment in an approved educational institution.

Scholarship Awarding Process:

Scholarship application are due by 07-01-2025 for the academic year beginning in the fall of 2025.

Applications will be received by the PDCA office and reviewed by PDCA staff to ensure that the application have been completed correctly, and that all requested information has been provided.

PDCA staff will remove names of the student, parents, and the applicant's sponsor, prior to passing the applications to the Scholarship Committee. The committee will use established criteria to score the students on an equal points system based on items included with the applicant's submission. Scholarships will be awarded to the top scoring applicants.

The 2025-26 PGSF Scholarship Application Deadline is 8 days away!

Due MAY 1, 2025 at 11:59 PM. 

Students can apply for either a Full-time or Part-time Student Scholarship.

Applications are completed online at: www.pgsf.org/scholarship-application

Questions?  Contact Debbie Bohan at debbie.bohan@pgsf.org 

Looking for new places to find internships? Here are some great alternatives:

1. Wellfound

- Focuses on startup and tech opportunities

- Connects you directly with company founders and hiring managers

- Provides insights into company culture and work environment

- Link to the website - https://wellfound.com/jobs

2. Simplify

- Simplifies the application process with one-click apply

- Offers personalized internship recommendations

- Tracks your applications and updates you on their status

- Link to the website - https://simplify.jobs/

3.internships.com ( now chegg)

- Extensive database of internships in various industries

- Provides resources for resume building and interview preparation

- Allows for easy application management and tracking

- Link to the website - https://lnkd.in/gwgEUaCZ

4. Y Combinator

- Features opportunities from Y Combinator-backed startups

- Connects you with high-growth, innovative companies

- Offers positions in a variety of tech-related fields

- Link to the website - https://lnkd.in/gJu4Hi5m

5. Interstride

- Tailored for international students seeking internships

- Provides job search tools, immigration resources, and community support

- Offers career development resources and employer connections

- Link to the website - https://interstride.com/

6. RippleMatch

- Uses AI to match students with internship opportunities

- Personalized job recommendations based on your profile

- Helps streamline the application process

- Link to the website - https://ripplematch.com/

7. WayUp

- Specializes in entry-level jobs and internships for students

- Offers resources for interview prep and career advice

- Connects you with top employers looking for young talent

- Link to the website -https://www.wayup.com/

8. Handshake

- Partnered with universities to provide student internship opportunities

- Easy-to-use platform for searching and applying for jobs

- Access to career fairs and events hosted by universities

- Link to the website - https://joinhandshake.com/

9. Untapped

- Focuses on increasing diversity in hiring

- Connects underrepresented talent with leading employers

- Provides career development resources and mentorship opportunities

- Link to the website - https://www.untapped.io/

Expand your internship search and explore these amazing platforms. 

PG&E Employee Resource Group & Engineering Network Group scholarships

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) Foundation is offering Better Together STEM Scholarships of $2,500, $5,000 or $10,000. These are for students pursuing science, technology or engineering studies at universities in California. Students must be California residents and PG&E customers at the time of application.

Applicants for the Better Together STEM Scholarships must:

• Be a high school senior or graduate, have received GED certification or be an undergraduate or postsecondary undergraduate student. Veterans and adults returning to school are encouraged to apply.

• Have a primary residence that is a PG&E customer in California at the time of application.

• Plan to enroll as a full-time undergraduate student in an eligible STEM field at any accredited four-year college or university in California or a Historical Black College or University (HBCU) for the entire upcoming academic year. The applicant must be pursing their first undergraduate degree.

Eligible majors include:

• Engineering (electrical, mechanical, industrial, environmental, power and/or energy)

• Computer Science/Information Systems

• Cyber Security

• Environmental Sciences

• Math

• Physics

Apply to the PG&E Better Together STEM Scholarship

Opening: December 15, 2023

Deadline: March 15, 2024

Application area: California

The 2024 Meta Summer Academy (MSA) application is due in less than 1 month! The application can be found at this link and is due by March 1, 2024. MSA takes place from 6/17/24-7/26/24 this upcoming summer.

2nd MSA Virtual Application Workshop (Thurs. 2/15, 7pm - 8pm): Students are invited to attend our second virtual application workshop: We'll go over the application, with a focus on the essay questions. 

• Zoom Link: https://fb.zoom.us/j/94822396315?pwd=VStOY0c1cUdxeGlWeG9ZaUp3dGMzQT09

• Meeting ID: 94822396315

• Passcode: 89201

Meta Summer Academy is a six-week career exploration summer program that immerses underrepresented high school students into the tech industry. In its 13th year, we are excited to continue to empower local youth from the community. More information below:

Eligibility Requirements:

• Students must be current sophomores (rising juniors in summer 2024)

• Current residents of East Palo Alto, Belle Haven, North Fair Oaks, or Redwood City

• Minimum 2.0 GPA

Application Requirements:

• 2 short answer questions

• Transcripts with fall 2023 grades

• Letter of recommendation

You can learn more by visiting our website: Meta Summer Academy. You will also find the program flyer attached to this email. Please forward with your networks and students as you see fit. First-generation, low-income students are encouraged to apply.

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Energy is Everything Internship opportunity for current Juniors and Seniors

The Energy Fellow (internship) will have students 

• Complete energy and water audits of their home

• Train on ESRI ArcGIS and build a story map to share what you learned

• Complete a campaign to change their family’s water and energy use

• Learn about career pathways and the energy and sustainability industry

• Improve your career and technical skills

• Build your professional network

• Complete graduation requirements (applicable in some districts) 

Interns will be responsible for 

• Completing 150 total hours of service

• 10-15 hours a week for 10-15 weeks 

• Completing 5 Virtual ESRI ArcGIS training workshops 

• Participating in 5 My Future Energy Career webinars

Share the internship flyer with students, the next cohort begins September 11th, 2023. You and your students can contact Siria Salas, ssalas@energycoalition.org, with any questions. 

Latinos in Technology Scholarship

https://www.siliconvalleycf.org/scholarships/latinos-in-technology-scholarship

Application Deadline Date (PST Time Zone): 2/28/2023 11:59 PM

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Must be of Latino or Hispanic origin

• Have a declared major in and been accepted into a STEM program

• Students with the following enrollment statuses are eligible to apply:

• Current college students entering their junior or senior year at a 4-year undergraduate college or university in the 2022 - 2023 academic school year and planning to enroll on a full-time or part-time basis. Preference will be given to full-time and rising junior students.

• Current community college students transferring to a 4-year undergraduate college or university in the 2022 - 2023 academic school year and planning to enroll on a full-time or part-time basis. Preference will be given to full-time students and students with sufficient course credits to be classified as a rising junior (60 semester units or 90 quarter units).

• Graduate of a high school in the following Northern California counties: Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, Napa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Santa Cruz County, Solano County, Sonoma County and Yolo County;

• OR, a Graduate of a high school not in the above counties, but enrolled at a college/university within the 11 listed counties.

• Minimum cumulative college grade point average of 3.0

• Demonstrated financial need

Bilingual Community Engagement Intern II

This position would be based out of Flood and Friendship Parks in North Fair Oaks and Menlo Park. The person would provide fun and educational opportunities for the local communities and would manage the Friendship Park Community Garden Program. An ideal candidate would have gardening experience and good verbal communication skills.

• Term: Feburary to December 2023

• Hourly wage: $20.27 - $25.34

• 40 hours a week

• Split between Work from Home and In person

• Bilingual in English and Spanish

• At least 18 years old with a valid CA Driver’s License

• Application Link

Interpretive Aide Intern II

This position would help support the interpretive programming offered by San Mateo County Parks. An ideal candidate would be someone who has enthusiasm for the environment, good communication skills, experience working with school aged children, and wants to provide environmental education opportunities and fun experiences for the public.

• Term: February to December 2023

• Hourly wage: $20.27 - $25.34

• 40 hours a week

• Split between Work from Home and In person

• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred but not required

• At least 18 years old with a valid CA Driver’s License

• Application Link

2023 Scholarships Available.

PG&E's Employee Resource Group & Engineering Network Group offer a wide range of scholarships to help the next generation of Californians succeed and innovate in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), as well as other disciplines.

In 2022, PG&E made nearly 150 of these scholarships available, each ranging from $1,000 to $10,000.

Apply for a 2023 ERG/ENG Scholarship

If your student meets the eligibility requirements, don't delay.

The 2023 ERG/ENG Scholarship Program details:

Application window opens: December 16, 2022

Deadline: February 24, 2023

Application area: California

The PG&E Employee Resource Group (ERG) and Engineering Network Group (ENG) scholarships are supported by PG&E and through the fundraising and contributions of the employee groups listed on the website in the link below, as well as individual employees.

Each group awards scholarships to students who have shown commitment to specific communities or causes. ERG or ENG scholarships do not have gender or race requirements. Thus, students are encouraged to apply to more than one or all eligible scholarships (there are 14 resource groups available to choose from).

Applicants for ALL the scholarships listed below must:

Be a high school senior or graduate, have received GED certification or be an undergraduate or postsecondary undergraduate student. Veterans and adults returning to school are encouraged to apply.

Have a primary residence that is a PG&E customer in California at the time of application.

Plan to enroll full time in an accredited college or university in the Fall.

Additional information in link below:

PG&E STEM scholarships for college students (pge.com)

P.E.O Scholarship - Apply by January 10, 2023

P.E.O. is a Philanthropic Educational Organization

where women celebrate the advancement of

women; educate women through scholarships,

grants, awards, loans, and stewardship of

Cottey College; and motivate women to achieve

their highest aspirations.

Scholarships for California residents

Apply by January 10, 2023

Women can apply for 40+ scholarships via one

application. Scholarships have varying requirements

such as field of study, type of post-secondary

institution to be attended, and geographic

residency. Applicants will be considered for all

scholarships for which they are eligible.

Current high school seniors, college or graduate

students can apply. Funding is for undergraduate,

graduate, and upper division programs. Selection

criteria includes integrity of character, scholastic

ability, school/community activities and financial need.

Award amounts and number of awards vary annually.

To apply, visit www.peocalifornia.org -->

California State Scholarships --> Scholarship

Selection Committee. If you let P.E.O. Chapter OY in

San Carlos know you are applying (email

peochapteroy@gmail.com), we can support you and

answer your questions.

Redwood City Pulse seeks editorial interns

Interns should be responsible, reliable, independent, have good writing skills, and be able to write stories on deadline.  Interns work approximately 20 hours per week for 13 weeks. About two-thirds of an intern's time is spent reporting and writing and one-third performing other duties. This is an unpaid internship. 

Interested applicants should email Michelle Iracheta <miracheta@rwcpulse.com>; a resume, a well-written cover letter explaining your experience and interest in journalism, and several clips.

Spanish language skills are strongly preferred.

For the full job description, visit:

https://www.rwcpulse.com/redwood-city-news/redwood-city-pulse-seeks-editorial-interns-5528674

SFO Career Advance Internship for Seniors

SFO is offering an internship, details & application links are below.  Internships will be offered in the following areas:

• Security Access Office (SAO)

• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

• Environmental Operations & Sustainability

• Signage/Wayfinding

Internship Details

Schedule:  24-32 hours per week, Monday-Friday between 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Note: the internship is in-person but may offer some telecommuting flexibility.

Duration: August 2022 through August 2023

Salary: $22.7625 hourly

Transportation: BART tickets/transit tokens are provided.

Career Advance Internship

SFO is looking for motivated interns to join our Career Advance Internship Program. As an SFO Career Advance Intern, you will gain valuable work experience while building your skills and playing a vital role in the operation of SFO! Career Advance interns work in one of the many offices at the airport. Each intern will work directly with an SFO Mentor who will guide and develop them through daily tasks and larger-scale projects. Interns will also be given the opportunity to attend tours of SFO, Meet and Greets with Airport leadership, and other workshops and events aimed at professional development. To learn more about this program and to apply click here, the application is due 5/31/2022.

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