SHIP is an eight-week, full-time paid internship for rising 12th graders. Selected interns attend an orientation day, then begin the internship with one week of hands-on training on laboratory safety techniques and skills in the Fred Hutch Training Labs. The remaining  seven weeks consists of supervised shadowing and training in a Fred Hutch host mentor’s research lab. Interns also attend weekly workshops and seminars and make a presentation during the final week.

Important Dates:

• Feb 1: Online application opens

• Mar 31: Online application closes

• June 25 and June 29 to Aug 21: Summer program

Eligibility Requirements

• Rising  H.S. senior or final term after the summer

• Strong scientific interest and academic background

• Ability to attend on-campus interview

For more information click HERE.

During the summer, our Science Education Department offers HS students from groups that are underrepresented in biomedical research the opportunity to apply for a competitive internship position at Seattle Children’s Research Institute.

Selected interns engage in cutting-edge research, work with leading research scientists, learn essential laboratory skills and take part in workshops on ethics, laboratory safety, college readiness and career exploration. 

Eligibility Requirements:

1. Strong interest in biomedical research and in pursuing a career in science.

2. Is a current 11th grade high school student.

3. Meet 2 of the following: 

   •  Belong to a racial or ethnic group that is underrepresented in biomedical research, 

   •  qualify for federal disadvantaged assistance, free or reduced lunch and/or other state or federal assistance, or  

   •  identify with a social, cultural or rural/inner-city educational environment that could inhibit you from pursuing a career in biomedical research

Applications for summer 2024 will open in mid-February 2024. 

To learn more and to apply click HERE.

The Junior Health Scholar program allows high school students between the ages of 16-18 to shadow a current Health Scholar. Alongside their college student mentor, Junior Health Scholars observe how care delivery and administrative teams work together to deliver excellent care and explore whether a career in health care is right for them. The program is offered year-round at select sites in California, Washington and Hawaii. Most individuals complete the program in nine (9) months with a commitment of one 4-hour shift per week. For those looking to complete the program faster, we offer a 3-month option where you will receive priority shift selection. 

For more information and to apply, click HERE.

King County Wastewater Treatment Division partners with Mountains to Sound Greenway trust to offer a paid internship program for teens 15-18 years old.  For six weeks in the summer, interns learn about human and natural water systems while honing professional communication and leadership skills.  During the school year, interns will work another 40+ hours on projects that make an impact in their communities.

• Learn about environmental and social justice issues by participating in field trips and workshops 

• Improve communication skills through interviewing professionals, educating community, public speaking and professional writing 

• Develop and implement project proposals designed for your school and community

Please visit the King County jobs website and search for "intern". The application will be posted April 1 – May 13, 2020. 

Click HERE for more information.

TIPS interns help nonprofits carry out organizational initiatives by providing invaluable support to their summer programs. In turn, interns learn how to work in the nonprofit community while also building leadership skills to meet the needs of their organization. This is a win-win-win program for interns, nonprofits, and the communities they serve. 

During the program, interns spend 6-8 weeks working with their nonprofits in a variety of areas. They develop skills and have the chance to work on a wide array of projects with some of the most driven and inspiring organizations in the city. 

For more information and to apply click HERE.

Microsoft offers a competitive internship program for juniors and seniors living in the Puget Sound area. A paid internship, students commit to full-time (40 hrs/week, although some will work less) for the duration of their summer. In return, they get an insider’s look at the development of some of the most widely used software in the world. Due to the technical nature of the internship, Microsoft seeks high school interns who have a basic knowledge of HTML and Visual Basic (although this is not necessarily a requirement for the internship). The application itself is relatively straightforward, but be prepared to convince Microsoft that you are passionate about technology beyond your schoolwork, and have a teacher or club leader write a recommendation for you. 

• Microsoft (www.microsoft.com)

• Application: https://careers.microsoft.com/students/highschool 

1. Speak up! Talk to teachers, parents, your parents' friends and let them know that you are interested in an internship.

2. Cold call. Contact local libraries, hospitals, museums, zoos, YMCAs, churches, newspapers, television stations, senior centers and other businesses to ask if they offer internships or volunteer opportunities for high school students.

3. Look online. Utilize search sites such as Internships.com, Glassdoor, Idealist, Glassdoor, Indeed and YouTern. Establish an account and upload your resume on the professional social media site LinkedIn, too.

The Washington State Legislature has one of the finest page programs in the country. Each year, hundreds of students from across Washington State have the opportunity to take part in the legislative process and observe the Legislature and other branches of state government in action. Pages serve for one week during the legislative session, which runs January-April in odd numbered years and January-March in even numbered years.  Pages also spend time each day in Page School learning about all aspects of state government.

Requirements: To serve as a page, a student must:

• Have permission from a parent or guardian

• Have permission from school

• Be sponsored by a current member of the House of Representatives

• Be at least 14 years of age and not have reached his or her 17th birthday

Interested in serving as a Page?

• Senate - Learn how to apply!

• House - Learn how to apply!