Internships

Virtual Student Federal Service Internships (VSFS)
The Virtual Student Federal Service program connects the talents of U.S. citizen college students with the needs of federal agencies. Since 2009, more than 10,000 remote interns have advanced the work of the federal government. The time commitment is about 10 hours per week during the school year. There are opportunities for all, from data visualization to political analysis. Internships are unpaid but may be eligible for course credit. Speak with a guidance counselor regarding course credit requirements.

Federal Internships Portal
Apply for hundreds of internships across the federal government.

Department of State Foreign Affairs IT Internships
If you want to use your tech skills to make a difference, see the world, and experience different cultures, the Foreign Affairs IT (FAIT) Fellowship is the opportunity of a lifetime. Funded by the U.S. Department of State, this two-year Fellowship program is a path to a career in the Foreign Service by providing academic funding for an IT-related degree, internships, professional development and mentorship – culminating in an appointment in the Foreign Service as an Information Management Specialist (IMS).

Department of State Student Program
This program, for undergraduate and graduate students with a minimum of 60 credit hours, provides the opportunity to work in diplomatic posts throughout the world, as well as in various bureaus located in Washington DC and around the U.S. This program is designed to provide a substantive experience in foreign affairs while getting paid. 

Federal Internship Finder
The federal government offers many exciting job opportunities, but they can be difficult to find, track and navigate, complicated by short application windows and information scattered across hundreds of different webpages.

U.S. Intelligence Community Careers
Offering students a wide variety of programs to jumpstart a career in the Intelligence Community.

Federal Reserve Careers
The Federal Reserve Board's Internship Program is designed to provide valuable work experience for undergraduate and graduate students considering careers in economics, finance and accounting, software development, law, and other areas.

SAIC Early Career and Internships
SAIC is transforming computing, app deployment, and decision-making through IT modernization. Integrating cloud, software, and analytics, we can speed the use of apps, accelerate migration to the cloud, and unlock the power of advanced analytics to create the future of IT.

Homeland Security - Intelligence and Cybersecurity Diversity Fellowship Program
The Intelligence and Cybersecurity Diversity Fellowship Program is designed to help DHS recruit, retain, and reward the best and brightest in the fields of intelligence or cybersecurity. The program provides qualified students opportunities to work alongside highly skilled intelligence or cybersecurity professionals at DHS, gain hands-on technical experience, interact with experts and peers at professional development events and expand their professional network at national conferences.

NASA Pathways Program
We strategically hire our Pathways Interns based on long-term potential and alignment with NASA’s future workforce needs. Specializing in multi-semester experiences, the Pathways Internship Program prepares you for a career at NASA and offers a direct pipeline to full-time employment at NASA upon graduation.

NASA STEM Engagement
Students at least 16 years of age and a current sophomore, junior or senior who a US citizens with a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale are eligible for a NASA internship. 

On-ramps to Careers
On-Ramps STEM Intern Program provides summer technology internships and training to students in Washington, DC.   We currently work with administration and staff at over 30 Washington DC public and public charter schools, recruit DC students and alumni interested in pursuing technology related careers.

CVENT Careers
Join more than 4,800+ employees around the world who power Cvent's technology to transform the meetings, events, and hospitality industries.

Pathways Program
Students & recent graduates, if you are a current student or recent graduate, you may be eligible for federal internships and job opportunities through the Pathways and other student programs. The Pathways Program offers federal internship and employment opportunities for current students, recent graduates and those with an advanced degree.  Find more information HERE.

CVENT has Internship Programs Available
These internship programs are only available for college juniors. More information about the specific internships offered can be found on the CVENT website. Point of contact for more information: Rachel Hendricks, [email protected]

 

Other

STEM Scholarship Program from AFCEA DC
2024 application portal is open through March 17th. For more information, click HERE.

STEM for HER Scholarship Program

STEM for Her is inviting high school seniors to apply for a college or technical/trade school scholarship. STEM for Her intends to award up to $110,000 in scholarships to memorialize former board members, Louise Peabody and Dede Haskins and as part of the Empowerment Scholarship Program.

Application Dates: February 12 - March 29, 2024. For more information, click HERE.

Discover Your Future - A STEM Event for Girls!

Learn about Women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Careers on Saturday, March 9. Find more information HERE.

Do you have a vision to transform your community—and the world—for the better? Where others see problems, do you see potential? Prudential Emerging Visionaries is a national recognition program that awards young people who are leading innovative projects to address financial or societal challenges in their communities. Learn more and apply HERE.

Did you know that more women are majoring in STEM than ever before?  AAUW is constantly working to get even more young women interested in STEM fields.  Join them on October 4 at 7PM ET for the College Search and Selection session of their STEMed for Girls series. This session will focus on preparing students for college applications, including essay writing and looking into financial aid and scholarships.  Register in advance HERE.

Aspiring Environmental or Aerospace Scientists, check this out!
Through 30-minute presentations, middle and high school students can get an inside look into the exciting careers and inspiring personal journeys of diverse STEM role models. The 30-minute max episodes premiere throughout the school year and are then available on-demand to fit in your schedule.  You can register or view other episodes on demand at X-STEM All Access.

University of Maryland
University of Maryland A. James Clark School of Engineering has multiple summer programs to learn about engineering, participate in hands-on activities, and meet engineering students and professors.  Learn more here.

 

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