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NMNH Summer High School Internship (Smithsonian)
Research & internship · Smithsonian National Museum of Natural HistoryHigh school students ages 15 to 18 spend eight weeks working directly with Museum staff on real specimens, collections, and exhibit projects at the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History, Tuesday through Friday. The schedule mixes project work with enrichment activities led by Museum staff and researchers. Interns receive a stipend for the full eight weeks, plus lunch and transportation support for field trips.
Who can apply
GradesGrades 9–12
Min GPA—
ScopeRegional
StatesDC, MD, VA
FieldsBiology · Entomology · Museum Studies
EligibilityMust be a US citizen or permanent resident; commuter-only (no housing/relocation support), effectively DC/MD/VA area
Logistics
Cost to youFree; $5,600 stipend
Financial aidNot listed
StipendPaid
FormatCommuter
Length8 weeks, late June-mid August, Tue-Fri
WhereWashington, DC
Applying
OpensMid-February
DueNot yet posted (2026 cycle closed March 20)
You submit250-word statement of interest, one recommendation letter, résumé, via SOLAA