CiS Internships for High School Students

The Careers in Science Intern Program (CiS) is a multi-year, year-round work-based youth development program for young people from groups typically under-represented in the sciences.

The Experience

Interns will work at our amazing new facility in Golden Gate Park (with the best view in the building!), and occasionally attend off-site events and field trips. Primary activities include:

Learning about science at trainings, lectures, workshops, and conferences
Teaching science to the Academy's audiences
Conducting scientific work with Academy scientists and in field studies
Having fun while working with people from diverse backgrounds

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Eligibility

In order to be eligible for the Careers in Science program, you must be:

Currently in 9th or 10th grade and enrolled in an accredited school full-time
Able to maintain a 2.0 GPA to remain in the program
Able to obtain a valid work permit
Able to attend Monday afternoon training sessions (4-6:30 pm)
Committed to work at least 6 hours at the Academy per week year-round, including weekends
Able to reach the Academy in Golden Gate Park by 4 p.m. during the school year