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Internships

Internships included here with deadlines that have passed in order to help you plan for next year. This is not an exhaustive list, many students create their own internships by reaching out to organizations they are interested in. For help with this process, please set an appointment  or email sfasold@pps.net

Do you have an internship you'd like us to post? Please email Shannan Fasold, Career Coordinator

Architecture/Construction Management/Engineering/STEM

 12-week after-school program that gives students a hands-on introduction to Architecture, Construction Management, and Engineering.  

Construction Camp: Multi-faceted, 8-week presentation of various subjects related to carpentry and the construction industry.  

: The Apprenticeships in Science and Engineering (ASE) Program matches bright, motivated high school students with professional scientists and engineers for eight-week, full-time summer internships. Students assist mentors with research and other activities, learning first-hand about science and engineering careers in the process. Interns attend two full-day conferences during the summer, gaining additional exposure to diverse careers in scientific and engineering fields, and developing skills that will serve them well in technical careers.  ASE is part of Saturday Academy, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. of their incredible internship offerings.

4-week summer camp from 10 am - 3:30 pm, summer weekdays (M-F) under the guidance of PSU faculty and students. No prior experience is required in order to apply or participate. Anyone can become an inventor when given the right tools. Invention Bootcamp recognizes that students of color, women, low-income, and first-generation college students are historically underrepresented in STEM undergraduate programs. Invention Bootcamp is committed to reversing this trend and strongly encourages high school students from the above historically underserved and underrepresented backgrounds in STEM to apply. Application deadline is typically early March.

: Free Geek offers a variety of unpaid internships to those who have the time and interest to work outside of our volunteer programs. Interns volunteer on a set schedule, learn valuable skill sets and play a vital role in the health of Free Geek as an organization. All applicants need to be 16 or older.

Business

 For more than 30 years, the Rotary Club of Portland has provided the opportunity for high school students to explore the challenges and opportunities of our free enterprise system and the dynamics of the business world through Enterprise Academy. This innovative weekend retreat allows students to interact with successful business people and to participate in highly informative and enjoyable team projects. Application deadline is typically in March.

 Bank of America recognizes high school students who lead and serve in their own communities and beyond. We connect Student Leaders to tools and resources to help make communities better. As a Student Leader, you will work as a paid intern at a local nonprofit for eight weeks; attend the week-long Student Leaders Summit in Washington, D.C.; develop leadership and career skills; connect with like-minded students from your own community and across the country. Must be a current High School Junior or Senior. Application deadline is typically at the end of January. 

 seeks to provide high school juniors with an opportunity to engage with and within Oregon’s legal and civic community. Students attending underserved schools, or who are members of historically underrepresented communities, are especially encouraged to apply. Students who are selected for the program work one-on-one with an attorney mentor over the course of the school year. In the past, mentors have helped students with college essays, taken students to observe courtroom proceedings, and provided general networking assistance on topics of the students’ interests.  During the year, students will attend events relating to law and civil rights. Past events have included discussions with legal practitioners on topics of criminal law, juvenile justice, mental health, and immigration, and interactive events with the Oregon Court of Appeals and the Oregon legislature. Students who complete the program are awarded a $500.00 stipend to be used to purchase a computer or college studies.

Education

spend a week leading 4th or 6th graders as a camp counselor at an overnight camp. Teach kids about the environment, lead activities, and role model appropriate social interactions. 

:  provides students in Oregon who are looking for teaching internships and practicums with easy access to valuable resources. They have created an extensive guide that explores internships and practicums, provides helpful information for locating various programs and supplies additional resources.

Environment/Urban Planning

 LOTS OF OPPORTUNITIES while you're in school and during the summer!
++Outdoor Science Apprentice Instructor- Hancock Field Station and Pacific Marine Science Camp. Camp Counselor/Instructor. You will work with instructors to teach environmental education topics and eventually teach by yourself. Room and board plus pay is provided during the program.
++:You’ll balance your time on the museum floor with training in communication, informal education, and leadership skills to give you the background you need to be a successful museum educator. In this position you must commit to working two 4-hour shifts per week for the summer session, or one 4-hour shift per week during the school year session.
++Feeling creative? Propose an internship. How? Send a letter of interest describing your goals—including your desired time commitment and a proposed schedule—along with your resume and internship application .

TheCenterPDX- A Portland virtual hub for youth creativity, education and engagements. Spreading joy, love and justice. Follow them on Instagram @thecenterpdx.  

Fire Fighter

:  is hosting a fire training camp for women ages 16-20. This 3 1/2 day camp is an opportunity to experience the unique aspects of being a firefighter. Work stations will include search and rescue, Jaws of Life operation, climbing the aerial ladder, fire hose operation and forcing doors. Young women will also learn about nutrition, physical fitness, interview skills, Emergency Medical Services and gain CPR certification.

:  The Portland Fire & Rescue (PF&R) Cadet Program provides the opportunity for young men and women, ages 16 to 20, to become familiar with career opportunities available in the fire service. Through classroom instruction, hands-on training, and volunteer work, explorers are provided a base of knowledge and experience that will benefit them not only in fire service careers but also in all future endeavors. The program is designed to encourage and promote accountability, being safe, communication, teamwork, fitness and develop leadership skills. The Explorer Program is a subsidiary of the Learning for Life organization. The mission statement for Learning for Life is to enable young people to become responsible individuals by teaching positive character traits, career development, leadership, and life skills so they can make moral choices and achieve their full potential.

Health Professions

Coalition of Community Health Clinics (CCHC) seeks students interested in building knowledge and experience in community health. CCHC serves people who are underinsured or low-income. Send your resume and cover letter (or questions) to the CCHC: hiring@coalition-clinics.org 

Oregon Health & Science University:  

++For OHSU summer internships, begin your search .
++For research opportunities, follow this process: visit  to identify two-three areas of interest to you (a dept., research program, specific lab or specific scientist)

• Prepare a resume, including related coursework, research or scientific experience, your goals.
• State your availability.
• The Office of Science Education Opportunities (SEO) scied@ohsu.edu can provide contact info for specific individuals or departments. Contact the department directly. 

++ Internship program seeks to empower high school students to learn engineering methods for studying heart development.

++  A paid summer internship that matches students with a cancer-specific researcher. Interns work full-time for eight weeks in a research lab alongside OHSU scientists conducting cancer research. Interns will work a maximum of 40 hours per week and student applications are typically due in mid-December.

Kaiser Permanente Youth Exploration Academy in Healthcare
KP YEAH! is a PAID, four-week-long, interactive exploration program for high school students. The program focuses on providing high school students with exposure to Kaiser Permanente's integrated healthcare system while promoting access to higher education, career readiness and introduction to various healthcare pathways. Learn more about how to apply, eligibility, and student selection criteria . The deadline is typically late January.

) gives high school students an introduction to the abundant and diverse career opportunities available in health care. This 10-week after-school program uses interactive explorations and panel discussions to help young people explore health care, become enlightened about what it includes and engage with health care professionals.  

Media

- Interns can look forward to challenging and fast-paced news assignments; training in interviewing, multimedia, and other essential skills; and working with a team of experienced journalists. Application deadline is usually in October each year.

Pre-Apprenticeship Programs

See site for both pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs