Youth Internship Summer Programs

There are many summer internship opportunities.

For almost every student, the summer is a cherished period during which they get to relax and take time off from school. However, summer time also offers an opportunity for students to get valuable work experience via paid and unpaid internships. In addition to experience, these summer internships also help students determine what field they will eventually selected for a career.

Richard Louie Memorial Internship for High School Students of Asian Descent

High school students in need of a paid internship can take advantage of the Richard Louie Memorial Internship for High School Students of Asian Descent. Candidates must be high school students with Asian heritage and must be 16 years old. To apply, students must complete an online application, a statement of interest, a transcript, a resume, a recommendation letter from a teacher, and a recommendation letter from another adult. Once an intern has completed 200 hours of work, they will receive a $1,500 stipend. These work hours must be completed within a year.

U.S.E.I.A. Summer Internships

The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) provides an annual summer internship program. Individuals studying business, economics, engineering, finance, mathematics, operations research, statistics and web development are particularly encouraged to apply. Interns are charged with researching domestic and international energy issues, working on the EIA website, preparing surveys and reports, and creating modeling systems. Interns can also earn course credit for school.

John Hopkins Summer Internship Program

Based in Maryland, John Hopkins Hospital offers a Summer Internship Program (SIP) to college students. SIP is an annual program that aims to encourage young students to enter the fields of science, medicine and public health. It is open to students from diverse backgrounds with at least two years of college. Selected candidates will work at the hospital for nine to ten weeks over the summer and will receive a stipend of $3,000. Interns will also receive free housing at the undergraduate campus of John Hopkins School of Medicine.

NY Islanders 2011 IT Internship

Students pursuing a major in information technology (IT) or a related field can apply for the NY Islanders 2011 IT Internship. The selected intern will assist the information systems manager with daily tasks and routines. He will also upgrade computers and provide troubleshooting support. To be considered, applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and a list of days and hours when she is available.

References

• Freer Gallery of Art and Arthur M. Sackler Gallery: Richard Louie Memorial Internship for High School Students of Asian Descent
• U.S. Energy Information Administration: Career Opportunities at EIA
• John Hopkins Medicine: Summer Internship Program
• National Hockey League: NHL Current Jobs - Current Available Jobs in Internships