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High School Internship Directory

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Category: arts

Apollo Theater Academy: Technical Theater Production

Students gain hands-on training in lighting, sound, set design, and stage management, working behind-the-scenes on Apollo Theater productions.

NYC high school juniors and seniors interested in technical theater careers.

Category: arts

Arts Students League – Aspiring Artists Scholarship Program

This scholarship program provides talented young artists with free access to professional art classes at the Art Students League of New York. Students develop their technical skills in drawing, painting, or sculpture while learning from established artists.

Open to NYC high school students with financial need and a strong interest or demonstrated talent in the visual arts.

Category: arts

ArtsConnection Teen Programs – Art2Art & OnTRaC

ArtsConnection’s Art2Art is a teen-led arts criticism program where students review performances and share creative responses, while OnTRaC supports college and career readiness for those interested in the arts. Teens engage in writing, mentorship, and cultural field trips across NYC.

Open to NYC high school students, typically in grades 9–12, with an interest in the arts, writing, or creative careers.

Category: arts

BAM Arts & Justice Program

This after-school program at the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) engages teens in artistic expression and civic dialogue through theater, film, and activism. Participants attend workshops, collaborate with peers, and create original works that reflect social justice themes.

Open to NYC high school students (ages 14–18) with an interest in the arts, activism, or storytelling.

Category: arts, media

BAM – Brooklyn Interns for Arts & Culture (BIAC) High School Internship

Paid multi-session internship for NYC high school students interested in arts administration, media, and creative projects through BAM in Brooklyn.

Rising high school seniors (entering 12th grade) from NYC public high schools, GPA ≥ 2.0, interest in arts, media, performance, design, etc.; must apply during junior year (11th grade)

Category: leadership

Bank of America Student Leaders Program

A prestigious paid internship and leadership summit for high school juniors and seniors, including placement at a nonprofit and a trip to Washington, D.C.

High school juniors and seniors demonstrating community leadership; must be 16+.

Category: general, leadership

Bella Abzug Leadership Institute – Journey to Leadership

Free 6‑week summer leadership and debate training program for NYC-area youth, especially female-identifying and gender‑expansive teens.

Youth aged 13–21 from NYC metropolitan area; no formal academic prerequisites, but priority to underserved and female/GNC youth.

Category: science

BioBus Junior Scientist Internships

Paid high‑school science internships in Harlem & LES, where participants develop and lead independent lab projects, receive mentorship from professional scientists, and teach younger students through community outreach.

Enrollment in 9th–11th grade at a NYC high school, availability for the full-year commitment (summer plus academic year), and a strong interest in scientific discovery and public engagement.

Category: arts

Bloomberg Arts Internship

Description: A paid summer program placing NYC high school juniors in arts and cultural organizations. Participants gain work experience and receive college and career preparation support.

Rising high school seniors; must attend school that participates in program.