10 Internships for High School Students in Texas
Internships offer high school students a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world application. By working in a professional environment, you can gain experience in your chosen field and explore potential career paths. These experiences enhance your resume and cultivate a sense of responsibility, attributes that can strengthen your college applications. Note that the following information is based on the most recent program, with dates subject to change but generally similar from year to year.
In this article, we have curated 10 internship opportunities for high school students based in Texas.
Ladder Internships is a selective start-up internship program for ambitious high school students! In the program, you work with a high-growth start-up on an internship. Start-ups that offer internships range across a variety of industries, from tech/deep tech and AI/ML to health tech, marketing, journalism, consulting, and more. You can explore all the options here on their application form. Ladder’s start-ups are high-growth companies on average raising over a million dollars. In the program, interns work closely with their managers and a Ladder Coach on real-world projects and present their work to the company. Here is the application form. The virtual internship is usually 8 weeks long.
Cost: Starting at $2,490 (financial aid available)
Location: Remote! You can work from anywhere in the world.
Application Deadline: Deadlines vary depending on the cohort. Spring (January), Summer (May), Fall (September) and Winter (November).
Program Dates: Multiple cohorts throughout the year, including Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter.
Eligibility: Students who can work for 10-20 hours/week, for 8-12 weeks. Open to high school students, undergraduates, and gap year students!
The City of Austin offers high school students four types of internship opportunities. The Emerging Leaders Summer Internship Program focuses on refining leadership skills while offering professional experience. The Get Ready! STEAM-Based Internship provides exposure to S.T.E.A.M. areas, allowing you to explore related career fields in a professional setting. The Austin Convention Center Internship offers insights into the Accounting, Marketing, and Safety divisions within the hospitality industry. The Aviation Department Internship at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Campus offers placements in divisions like Finance and Security.
Cost/Stipend: No cost, stipend of $13.00/hour for 20 hours/week.
Location: Austin, Texas
Application Deadline: Varies based on the role selected.
Internship Dates: 7 weeks, June 3— July 19
Eligibility: Students must be between 15 and 18 years old with a GPA of 2.5 or above.
Frisco Independent School District (ISD) and the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) offer the High School Internship Program. During the month-long program, you will learn about the non-profit culture at NBCF, gaining insights into how various departments collaborate to support the foundation’s mission. The initial two weeks will focus on Programs, Development, and Marketing, providing an understanding of NBCF’s day-to-day operations. Weekly sessions will cover professional skills such as resume preparation, interview techniques, and public speaking.
Cost/Stipend: No cost, information about stipend TBA
Location: Dallas, Texas
Application Deadline: TBA
Internship Dates: 5 weeks, dates TBA
Eligibility: High school students part of the Frisco Independent School District, covering portions of Denton and Collin counties, including portions of Frisco, Little Elm, Plano, and McKinney.
This selective internship provides training in a translational research lab. Each intern collaborates with a mentor based on their expertise, gaining valuable skills throughout the summer project. With guidance from Houston Methodist’s faculty, you will present your project at a scientific poster symposium, showcasing your research to scientists, students, and staff. The program also includes a career and professional development curriculum featuring scientific writing and essential tools for college applications.
Cost/Stipend: No cost or stipend. Scholarships are available to cover room and board.
Location: Various program locations across Houston, TX
Application Deadline: February 2
Internship Dates: 10 weeks, May 28 — August 2
Eligibility: High school students must be completing their junior or senior year and be 16 years of age by the start of the program (May 28).
This unique summer internship offers the chance to work in university research labs or U.S. Army Research Laboratories and Centers. You will engage in U.S. Army-sponsored research tackling the nation’s challenges and receive ongoing support, virtual office hours, webinars, and workshops. You can prepare for competitive college admissions while receiving mentorship from professionals.
Cost/Stipend: No cost, stipend provided
Location: Texas
Application Deadline: February 2
Internship Dates: Internship opportunities will be available on an ongoing basis throughout the summer months.
Eligibility: High school students from K-9 to K-12 who are U.S. citizens or permanent legal residents.
This experience within a non-profit arts environment offers 2–3 interns each semester the chance to explore various facets of the Diverse Works organization, including curatorial, marketing, development, and administrative activities. With a focus on artist research, promotional tasks, database management, and general office duties, you will contribute to the success of upcoming programs. Engaging in gallery maintenance, preparing for art performances, and participating in a reading group will enhance your understanding of contemporary art spaces and practices.
Cost/Stipend: No cost, stipend provided
Location: Houston, Texas
Application Deadline: TBA
Internship Dates: Fall Semester (Sep-Dec) | Spring Semester (Feb -May)
Eligibility: Applicants must have a deep knowledge of art history, theater, dance, studio art, or literature with a keen interest in contemporary art and visual culture.
Rising high school seniors interested in biomedical, bioengineering, and health-oriented professions are encouraged to apply for this competitive internship. The program begins with 1–2 weeks of instruction on basic laboratory techniques. During the subsequent 8 weeks, you will engage in bench research under the guidance of a scientist or graduate student. You have the option to continue research beyond this initial period, helping with manuscript writing and data analysis. The program concludes with you presenting your research findings, with the potential for contributions to research publications depending on the project.
Cost/Stipend: No cost, stipend provided
Location: Houston, Texas
Application Deadline: March 31
Internship Dates: 8 weeks, June 3 — July 26
Eligibility: Rising seniors (who have completed 11th grade of high school) are eligible to apply.
The CIS Committee partners with Communities In Schools of Houston (CIS) to facilitate summer internships in the legal profession for academically outstanding high school students attending at-risk schools. This program offers a paid eight-week internship in prestigious law firms. Additionally, you will benefit from enrichment programs and mentoring opportunities. The committee takes a lead role in recruiting participating law firms and developing comprehensive enrichment programs.
Cost/Stipend: No cost, stipend provided
Location: Houston, Texas
Application Deadline: March 1
Internship Dates: 8 weeks, June 10 — August 2
Eligibility: Academically advanced high school juniors and seniors from at-risk schools.
Through this internship, you will gain insights into operations, administration, or research in departments such as Pediatrics, Urology, or the Center for Medical Ethics. You can choose to be either a Student Helper or a Project Intern. To see which opportunities are available to high schoolers, check the program website.
Cost/Stipend: No cost, stipend provided
Location: Houston, Texas, could also be remote.
Application Deadline: Variable based on the role selected.
Internship Dates: Variable based on the role selected, but likely from May to August.
Eligibility: High school students are eligible for some internship opportunities with no prior experience.
The Anson L. Clark Scholar Program allows 12 highly qualified high school juniors and seniors to participate in a 7-week summer research internship in their chosen subject. You will work on a research project with faculty. Upon completing your research project report, you will be awarded a $750 stipend. Explore more of the program’s benefits in our blog here.
Cost/Stipend: No cost; the program provides a $750 stipend. On-campus meals, room and board, and weekend activities/programming are covered.
Location: Texas Tech University (Lubbock, TX)
Application Deadline: February 15
Internship Dates: 7 weeks, June 16 - August 1
Eligibility: At least 17 years of age by the program start date (U.S. and International)
One other option — the Lumiere Research Scholar Program!
Explore the Lumiere Research Scholar Program, an exclusive online high school initiative founded by Harvard and Oxford researchers. This exclusive program provides a structured research experience, pairing participants with full-time researchers to cultivate independent projects in their chosen disciplines. With a competitive acceptance rate, and over 4000 applicants vying for one of 500 slots last year, this opportunity is uniquely designed for ambitious high school students. If you strongly desire to engage in a comprehensive and selective research program, this is your chance. Apply now through this application form.
Also check out the Lumiere Research Inclusion Foundation, a non-profit research program for talented, low-income students. Last year, we had 150 students on full need-based financial aid!
Trisha Malhotra, an Ashoka University alumna, has 5 years of experience being a freelance writer and currently writes for Lumiere Education. She is passionate about music, reading, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu, as well as a devoted cat parent.
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