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Internships, Volunteering, & Work Experience – Gain real-world skills and service hours


High School Internships

StandOutSearch

​Free, searchable database featuring internships, research programs, and summer opportunities across STEM, business, arts, and more.

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National Academy Foundation Career Academies

Industry-linked high schools offering summer internships and career-specific training.

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Empowerly Internships for High School Students

​Prestigious programs offering high school students hands-on experiences in research, science, and culture.

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Volunteer Databases

​VolunteerMatch

Find virtual and local opportunities tailored to teens by cause, time availability, and location.

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TeenLife

​Curated listings of nonprofits and causes welcoming high school volunteers.

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College Transitions

A broad list of nationwide volunteer groups (virtual and in-person) designed for high school students.

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POINT App

A student-friendly mobile app to find and track volunteer opportunities and build service portfolios.

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Job Shadowing & Mentorships

Polygence Pathfinders

Connects students with professionals in fields of interest and sets up structured job shadowing and mentorship experiences.

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PrepScholar Job Shadowing Guide

Offers clear guidance on how to approach job shadowing, from questions to ask to how to set it up wisely.

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Horizon Inspires

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Top 14 Research Mentorship Programs that Every High School Student Should Know About​

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Lumiere Education

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10 Mentorship Programs for High School Students​

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