Job Board: Internships

Looking for an internships this summer? Below are opportunities offered each year in all areas of STEM! While you apply, remember to mention GeoFORCE in your applications.

For a list of opportunities, this spreadsheet catalogues internship programs & more for undergraduate & graduate students that tend to occur year-round. Please review closely and follow the links to program websites for further information.

If you have know about additional opportunities, please contact us at geoforce@jsg.utexas.edu

Past Due Opportunities – Yearly

The deadlines for these opportunities have passed for this season, however, these internships occur every year and you should be on the lookout for them!

Scientists in Parks – National Park Service Internships

• Scientists in Parks (SIP) work in US National Parks over the summer on applied projects that could potentially lead to full-time employments. There is a range of paid STEM positions – including geology, biology, ecology, education, science communication, and more!
• All applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. legal permanent resident, be 18 years or older, be able to successfully complete and pass federal background check, and not have served 4 previous AmeriCorps terms
• Applications are due by Sunday, January 21, 2024
• For more information and to apply, visit their website here.

Mosaics in Science Internship Program

• The Mosaics in Science Internship Program connects youth to careers in natural resources! Each position offers a unique opportunity to work side-by-side with park professionals. There is a wide range of STEM and STEM communication internships available. All opportunities are paid, summer long internships.
• All applicants must be US Citizens or legal residents and be age 18 – 30, or up to 35 if a veteran
• Applications are due by Sunday, January 21, 2024
• For more information and to apply, visit their website here.

GeoCorps America Internships

• GeoCorps America offers paid, short-term geoscience opportunities in locations all across the country! Topic areas include geology, hydrology, paleontology, mapping and GIS, minerals, soils, glaciology, geohazards, karst, education, and interpretation. 
• All applicants must be at least 18 years old by the time they plan to participate, be either a U.S. citizen or U.S. legal permanent resident, be able to pass a federal background check and an employment background check from our program’s staffing partner, and possess a valid U.S. driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Applications are due by Sunday, January 28, 2024
• For more information and to apply, visit their website here.

NASA Office of STEM Engagement (OSTEM) Internships

• NASA’s OSTEM internships are paid and allow high school and college-level students to contribute to agency projects under the guidance of a NASA mentor! This program has a wide range of internships in all areas of STEAM, education, communications, and business.
• All applicants must be U.S. Citizens and meet a minimum 3.0 GPA requirement. Opportunities are available for high school, undergraduate, and graduate students.
• Applications are due by Friday, February 2, 2024
• For more information about this opportunity and to apply, visit their website here.