Careers in Science (CiS) Intern Program

Paid, multi-year internship for San Francisco high school students from communities underrepresented in STEM. Interns teach science to museum visitors and do field research with Academy scientists. Students apply in 9th or 10th grade and stay through graduation.

Offered by California Academy of Sciences. Internship for high school students in San Francisco, California, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Stipend. Grades 9–10. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: Biology, Environment, STEM, Research

Key facts

Who can apply: High school students in grades 9 to 10. It takes place in person in San Francisco, California.
Cost: Free to take part, and it pays a stipend or award.
Dates: No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about Careers in Science (CiS) Intern Program

When is the Careers in Science (CiS) Intern Program deadline?

No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Is Careers in Science (CiS) Intern Program free?

Yes, and it pays participants a stipend or award.

Who can apply to Careers in Science (CiS) Intern Program?

High school students in grades 9 to 10. It takes place in person in San Francisco, California. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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