Internship at National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine

Posted: 06/22/2026

About the Company/Organization:

National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine
Type: Nonprofit/NGO
Size:
https://www.nationalacademies.org/

The National Academies provide independent, trustworthy advice and facilitate solutions to complex challenges by mobilizing expertise, practice, and knowledge in science, engineering, and medicine. We envision a nation and world that rely on scientific evidence to make decisions that benefit humanity. At the core of our work is an unwavering commitment to objectivity, scientific rigor, and truth.

Internship Project/Opportunity

Location: Washington DC
Anticipated internship dates: 2/1/27-7/31/27
Target intern experience level: Graduate Students, Postdocs
https://biotechfellows.nationalacademies.org/

Biotechnology Regulatory Fellowships are six-month, full-time (37.5 hours per week), hands-on professional development fellowships structured to engage Fellows in developing the evidence basis needed to meet future regulatory challenges presented by novel products of biotechnology. The Fellowships, which take place in Washington, D.C., are conducted and administered under the auspices of the Committee on Science, Technology, and Law (CSTL) of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.

Fellows will identify new regulatory frameworks for the anticipated cutting-edge products expected to emerge over the next several decades and thereby expand agency options for thoughtful, effective regulation.

Fellows will participate in a series of seminars led by subject-matter experts, conduct horizon-scanning activities to identify potential products of biotechnology that lack existing or conflicting regulatory risk assessment pathways, and identify foci for capstone projects that will be undertaken by pairs of fellows.

For capstone projects, Fellows will:

• Have opportunities to work with mentors currently or formerly employed at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, or the U.S. Food and Drug Administration;
  Work with a paired member of their cohort with varied background/expertise (ideally, individuals with scientific, engineering, and/or medical experience will be paired with individuals with legal, policy, and/or regulatory experience);
• Brainstorm early solutions to project ideas collectively across the cohort to encourage creative thinking and build relationships amongst the multidisciplinary cohort;
• Establish where/how to communicate final project results to provide greatest value to agencies; and
• Present capstone projects to the Biotechnology Regulatory Fellowship Advisory Committee, mentors, and agency staff at the end of the fellowship session.
• They may also have the option to select projects curated and requested by agencies.

As part of the Fellowship, Fellows will have the opportunity to participate in topic-specific activities such as attending informational events inside and outside the National Academies (e.g. workshops and convenings, Congressional hearings, seminars at think tanks, etc.) and relevant industry conferences.

Internship at American Institute of Physics

Posted: 06/14/2026

About the Company/Organization:

American Institute of Physics
Type: Nonprofit/NGO
Size:
https://aip.org

The American Institute of Physics (AIP) advances, promotes, and serves the physical sciences for the benefit of humanity. As both a federation of physical science societies and an institute, AIP offers programs, products, and services that empower physical scientists to continue to change our world and advance the frontiers of knowledge.

AIP Member Societies cover a broad range of fields in the physical sciences and collectively represent more than 120,000 scientists, engineers, educators and students in the global physical sciences community. They include the Acoustical Society of America (ASA), the American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM), the American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT), the American Astronomical Society (AAS), ACA: The Structural Science Society, the American Meteorological Society (AMS), the American Physical Society (APS), AVS: Science & Technology of Materials, Interfaces, and Processing, Optica, and the Society of Rheology (SoR).

In 2020, the AIP Foundation was launched to directly support AIP programs that preserve and celebrate the history of physics, foster support for future generations of physicists, and create a more equitable and accessible field for all.

AIP Publishing is a wholly owned not-for-profit subsidiary of the American Institute of Physics.

Internship Project/Opportunity

Location: Remote
Anticipated internship dates: Fall 2026
Target intern experience level: Undergraduate Students, Graduate Students
https://www.aip.org/aip/awards/aip-civic-science-fellow-discovery-innovation-in-the-physical-sciences

About the job
AIP seeks a Civic Science Fellow to co-develop an initiative to explore how scientific communities identify, support, and advance ideas with the potential to transform the physical sciences. Supported through funding from the John Templeton Foundation and the Civic Science Fellows program, this 18-month fellowship offers a unique opportunity to engage scientists, scientific societies, funders, entrepreneurs, historians, policymakers, and other stakeholders in better understanding how discovery in the physical sciences happens and how institutions can better support it.

The Fellow will be affiliated with AIP’s research team and participate in the national Civic Science Fellows cohort organized by the Rita Allen Foundation.

About the Fellowship

Scientific breakthroughs are largely recognized in hindsight. Yet scientific communities, funding organizations, and research institutions continually make decisions about which ideas, people, and opportunities to support with the goal of facilitating new discoveries.

This fellowship will support exploration of how the physical sciences enterprise recognizes promising opportunities for discovery and how institutions can make better decisions about supporting transformative research in a world of finite resources.

Working with AIP’s federation of scientific societies and a broad network of stakeholders, the Fellow will help investigate questions such as:

• How do scientific communities identify and nurture promising new ideas?
• What conditions enable transformative discoveries to emerge?
• How do scientific societies shape pathways for scientific innovation?
• What can the physical sciences community learn from philanthropic, entrepreneurial, and private-sector approaches to supporting discovery?
• How can institutions better recognize and support high-potential ideas and investigators?
• The project will be co-designed by the Fellow and staff on AIP’s research team. Potential activities may include interviews, workshops, stakeholder convenings, landscape analyses, historical and contemporary case studies, and the development of practical frameworks or reports.

The Fellow will have opportunities to engage leaders from scientific societies, philanthropic organizations, industry research laboratories, FFRDCs, universities, government agencies, and other communities that advance scientific discovery.

Who Should Apply

We welcome applicants from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.

Potential fields include:

• Science policy
• Science and technology studies
• History of science
• Sociology of science
• Innovation studies
• Entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystems
• We are particularly interested in candidates who enjoy working across disciplines and sectors, connecting diverse forms of expertise, and exploring how scientific discovery and innovation occur.

Qualifications

Successful candidates will typically demonstrate:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience conducting research, analysis, synthesis, evaluation, or related work.
• Ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders and communities.
• Experience organizing conversations, workshops, interviews, collaborations, or other forms of collective inquiry.
• Interest in science, innovation, research culture, philanthropy, or science policy.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex projects.
• There are no specific degree requirements for this fellowship. We welcome applicants from academic, nonprofit, philanthropic, policy, and industry backgrounds.

Fellowship Structure

The fellowship term is 18 months, beginning in September 2026.

The Fellow will devote approximately 75 percent of their time to the fellowship project with AIP’s research team and 25 percent of their time to participation in the Civic Science Fellows cohort, including learning activities, peer coaching, virtual convenings, and other professional development opportunities.

Over the course of the fellowship, the Fellow will develop at least one substantial work product that contributes learning both to AIP and to the broader civic science community. This may take the form of a report, framework, convening series, toolkit, pilot initiative, public resource, or other contribution developed through the fellowship.

Benefits

• Fellowship stipend: $7,000 per month, for 18 months, with an additional stipend of $600 a month for benefits.
• Initial allowance of $3,000, which can be used for expenses in support of the fellowship.
• Support for approved travel and fellowship-related activities.
• Participation in the national Civic Science Fellows learning network.
• Mentorship from AIP staff and access to leaders across scientific societies, philanthropy, science policy, and research communities.

The fellowship may be completed remotely, although candidates located in the Washington, DC region will have opportunities for in-person engagement with AIP staff and partners, including access to the Niels Bohr Library & Archives (NBLA), one of the world’s leading collections documenting the history of modern physics, astronomy, and geophysics.

How to Apply

Applicants should submit the following two documents together as a single PDF in an email attachment to Judith Mulvey jmulvey@aip.org . For best consideration, applications should be submitted by July 9th, but applications will continue to be accepted until the fellow is selected.

A cover letter describing their interest in the fellowship, relevant experience, and what they hope to learn or contribute through the opportunity.

A resume or curriculum vitae, which includes full contact information (name, full address, email address, and phone number).

About AIP

AIP advances, promotes, and serves the physical sciences for the benefit of humanity. Through its federation of scientific societies, research programs, history initiatives, and public policy activities, AIP helps strengthen the physical sciences enterprise and support positive change across the scientific ecosystem.

About the Civic Science Fellows Program

The Civic Science Fellows program is building a network of leaders committed to ensuring that all people shape and benefit from science, technology, and innovation. Fellows and host organizations work together to develop new approaches that connect science, communities, and public decision-making while contributing to a growing national community of learning and practice.

Contact: Judith Mulvey Email

Internship at ImmunityBio, Inc

Posted: 06/14/2026

About the Company/Organization:

ImmunityBio, Inc
Type: Company
Size:
https://www.ImmunityBio.com

ImmunityBio, Inc. (formerly NantKwest, Inc.) is developing cell and immunotherapy products that are designed to help strengthen each patient’s natural immune system, potentially enabling it to outsmart the disease and eliminate cancerous or infected cells. The activation of the innate immune system is key to the development of immunological memory.

Over the last two decades, our founder and Executive Chairman Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong has investigated mechanisms to activate the immune system to attack tumors that can otherwise evade and escape the body’s defense mechanisms. After inventing the world’s first protein nanoparticle drug, Abraxane, Dr. Soon-Shiong turned his focus to the next generation of immunotherapies. ImmunityBio was founded in 2014 to create innovative immunotherapies that address serious unmet needs in oncology and infectious diseases.

“At ImmunityBio, we envision a day when we no longer fear cancer but are able to conquer it, thanks to the biological wonder that is the human immune system. Our scientists are working to develop remarkable new therapies that harness that inherent power by amplifying both branches of the immune system, attacking cancerous or infected cells today while building immunological memory for tomorrow. The goal: to reprogram the patient’s immune system and treat the host rather than just the disease.” -Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong, Executive Chairman

Internship Project/Opportunity

Location: Culver City, CA
Anticipated internship dates: Open
Target intern experience level: Graduate Students
https://nant.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/ImmunityBio/job/Culver-City-CA-9522/Graduate-Intern–Microfluidics-Bioengineering_R2983?source=LinkedIn

Company Overview
ImmunityBio, Inc. (NASDAQ: IBRX) is a commercial-stage biotechnology company developing cell and immunotherapy products that are designed to help strengthen each patient’s natural immune system, potentially enabling it to outsmart the disease and eliminate cancerous or infected cells. We envision a day when we no longer fear cancer, but can conquer it, thanks to the biological wonder that is the human immune system. Our scientists are working to develop novel therapies that harness that inherent power by amplifying both branches of the immune system, attacking cancerous or infected cells today while building immunological memory for tomorrow. The goal: to reprogram the patient’s immune system and treat the host rather than just the disease.

Why ImmunityBio?

• ImmunityBio is developing cutting-edge technology with the goal to transform the lives of patients with cancer and develop next-generation therapies and vaccines that complement, harness and amplify the immune system to defeat cancers and infectious diseases.
• Opportunity to join a publicly traded biopharmaceutical company with headquarters in Southern California.
• Work with a collaborative team with the ability to work across different areas of the company.
• Ability to join a growing company with professional development opportunities.

Position Summary

This IB-Temporary Graduate Intern in Microfluidics Bioengineering is a paid internship with the Research & Development department where the candidate will gain experience with independent study execution under the supervision of the Director of Engineering on commercialization efforts for bioengineering microfluidics-based projects. The project will be selected based on the experience and interests of the candidate. The candidate will be able to interact with all the group directors, scientists and other research staff. This role offers experienced graduate researchers an opportunity to advance beyond foundational training and expand their understanding of microfluidics and bioengineering, transitioning into a more independent role with a focus on experimental design, data analysis and presentation.

Essential Functions

• Take the lead on one of a variety of available projects supporting the bioengineering R&D group – with a focus on microfluidics and bioengineering
• Assist the R&D department on various projects as needed.
• Present data and findings in department meetings.
• Lead independent research project or own specific workstreams within larger team-based studies.
• Prepare for and utilize opportunities of learning such as presentations, lectures and conferences afforded by the company.
• Submit on-time and with consistency all work assignments to the internship supervisor.
• Provide internship supervisor with periodic progress reports as needed.
• Adhere to company work hours, policies and procedures.
• Adhere to company policies governing confidentiality and the handling of confidential material
• Performs ad-hoc and cross-functional duties and/or projects assigned to support business needs and provide developmental opportunities.

Education & Experience

• Currently enrolled and pursuing a graduate degree or doctorate degree in Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Biological Engineering,
• Mechanical Engineering or related field is required
• Completion of introductory graduate level engineering course work is required.
• Completion of a Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Prior research experience in an academic or industry laboratory setting is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Familiarity with CAD tools and COMSOL Multiphysics
• Experience with cell handling, cell-based experiments, and flow cytometry
• Understanding of microfluidic fluid dynamics and its impact on layout design
• Experience with fluidic chip fabrication (soft-lithography, etc.)
• Ability to conduct data analysis in Python/MATLAB
• Able to translate academic knowledge to industry relevant setting
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Able to lead a project and provide regular updates to the team
• Self-motivated with strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Able to take direction, accept feedback, multi-task, and adapt to changing priorities
• Proficient in PowerPoint, Word and Excel
• Conducts self professionally with a courteous, enthusiastic and critical approach to assignments

Working Environment / Physical Environment

• This position works onsite in Culver City, CA.
• This position works in a lab environment.
• Must be able to don and wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required
• Regular work schedule is Monday – Friday, within standard business hours. Flexibility is available with manager approval.
• Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer.
• Lift and carry materials weighing up to 20 pounds.
• This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus and equity award. The hourly base pay range for this position is below. The specific rate will depend on the successful candidate’s qualifications, prior experience as well as geographic location.

$25.00 per hour

The application window is anticipated to close on 60 days from when it is posted or sooner if the position is filled or closed.

ImmunityBio employees are as valuable as the people we serve. We have built a resource of robust benefit offerings to best support the total wellbeing of our team members and their families. Our competitive total rewards benefits package, for eligible employees, include: Medical, Dental and Vision Plan Options • Health and Financial Wellness Programs • Employer Assistance Program (EAP) • Company Paid and Voluntary Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match • 529 Education Savings Program • Voluntary Legal Services, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance and Employee Discounts, Rewards and Perks • Paid Time Off (PTO) includes: 11 Holidays • Exempt Employees are eligible for Unlimited PTO • Non-Exempt Employees are eligible for 10 Vacation Days, 56 Hours of Health Pay, 2 Personal Days and 1 Cultural Day • We are committed to providing you with the tools and resources you need to optimize your Health and Wellness.

At ImmunityBio, we are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.

Internship at Microsoft

Posted: 06/14/2026

About the Company/Organization:

Microsoft
Type: Company
Size:
https://news.microsoft.com/

Every company has a mission. What’s ours? To empower every person and every organization to achieve more. We believe technology can and should be a force for good and that meaningful innovation contributes to a brighter world in the future and today. Our culture doesn’t just encourage curiosity; it embraces it. Each day we make progress together by showing up as our authentic selves. We show up with a learn-it-all mentality. We show up cheering on others, knowing their success doesn’t diminish our own. We show up every day open to learning our own biases, changing our behavior, and inviting in differences. Because impact matters.

Microsoft operates in 190 countries and is made up of approximately 228,000 passionate employees worldwide.

Internship Project/Opportunity

Location: Mountain View, CA
Anticipated internship dates: Open
Target intern experience level: Undergraduate Students, Graduate Students
https://apply.careers.microsoft.com/careers/job/1970393556744903?utm_source=linkedin&domain=microsoft.com&src=LinkedIn

Overview

Research Internships at Microsoft provide a dynamic environment for research careers with a network of world-class research labs led by globally-recognized scientists and engineers, who pursue innovation in a range of scientific and technical disciplines to help solve complex challenges in diverse fields, including computing, healthcare, economics, and the environment.

The Office of the Chief Scientific Officer works with senior leadership at Microsoft on strategy and opportunities at the frontiers of science, engineering, and responsible artificial intelligence (AI). The office collaborates closely with teams across Microsoft, including Microsoft Research, divisional research and development (R&D) teams, and policy groups. The office also does outreach and collaboration with research scientists and students outside of Microsoft, spanning academia, industry, and government agencies. Efforts by the office include coordinative projects, reviews, and syntheses as well as new scientific explorations and deep dives on promising research areas.

Responsibilities

Research Interns put inquiry and theory into practice. Alongside fellow doctoral candidates and some of the world’s best researchers, Research Interns learn, collaborate, and network for life. Research Interns not only advance their own careers, but they also contribute to exciting research and development strides. During the 12-week internship, Research Interns are paired with mentors and expected to collaborate with other Research Interns and researchers, present findings, and contribute to the vibrant life of the community. Research internships are available in all areas of research, and are offered year-round, though they typically begin in the summer.

We are seeking Research Intern applications for spring, summer, or fall of 2026. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, challenges and opportunities in the areas of artificial intelligence, biology, biomedicine, responsible AI, and influences of AI applications on people and society, including economic and psychosocial influences of AI.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an MS or PhD program in CS, HCI, EE, biology, biomedical informatics, economics, psychology, or a related field or similar level programs in ethics, law, or policy-related fields.
• At least 1 year of experience in conducting research and writing peer-reviewed publications.

Other Requirements

Research Interns are expected to be physically located in their manager’s Microsoft worksite location for the duration of their internship.
In addition to the qualifications below, you’ll need to submit a minimum of two reference letters for this position as well as a cover letter and any relevant work or research samples. After you submit your application, a request for letters may be sent to your list of references on your behalf. Note that reference letters cannot be requested until after you have submitted your application, and furthermore, that they might not be automatically requested for all candidates. You may wish to alert your letter writers in advance, so they will be ready to submit your letter.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to develop original research agendas.
• Proficient interpersonal skills, cross-group, and cross-culture collaboration.
• History of effective collaborations with researchers and other colleagues.
• Proficiency with qualitative or quantitative empirical social science research methods.
• Demonstrated commitment to responsible AI.
• Passionate about embarking on creative, out-of-the-box, unconventional efforts in pursuit of new results and directions.

Applied Sciences IC2 – The base pay range for this internship is USD $5,610 – $11,010 per month.

There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $7,270 – $12,030 per month.

Applied Sciences IC3 – The base pay range for this internship is USD $6,710 – $13,270 per month.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-intern-pay

Internship at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Posted: 05/01/2026

About the Company/Organization:

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Type: Other
Size: 10,000
http://illinois.edu

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is dedicated to building upon its tradition of excellence in education, research, public engagement and economic development. More than 3,000 faculty members discover and create new knowledge. Their work is an economic engine for the state and is recognized with many of the world’s top academic and creative awards. The campus’ outstanding academic programs, extraordinary resources and bountiful opportunities attract top-caliber students. They join research teams, spend semesters abroad, create art in old and new ways and lead and participate in hundreds of student organizations. The Urbana campus has more than 425,000 alumni who are global leaders across the spectrum of human endeavor.

Internship Project/Opportunity

Location: Champaign, IL
Anticipated internship dates: August 3-7, 2026
Target intern experience level: Undergraduate Students, Graduate Students, Postdocs
https://ibiofoundry.illinois.edu/summer-school-2026/

Join the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign on August 3-7, 2026 for iBioFoundry Summer School 2026, an intensive, one-week training program in laboratory automation and AI/ML for synthetic biology.

Gain hands-on experience programming liquid handlers, analytical equipment, and robotics, and learn to build automated workflows using AI/ML-driven design-build-test-learn cycles. The program is free for selected candidates from U.S. institutions. Travel, accommodations, meals, and course materials are all covered.

Who should apply?
Undergraduate students, graduate students, postdocs, technical staff, and faculty working in synthetic biology, metabolic engineering, and related fields.

Application deadline:
June 5, 2026

Learn more and apply:
https://ibiofoundry.illinois.edu/summer-school-2026/

Internship at GenBio AI

Posted: 03/10/2026

About the Company/Organization:

GenBio AI
Type: Company
Size:
https://genbio.ai/

Headquartered in Silicon Valley, we are a newly established start-up where a collective of visionary scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs are dedicated to transforming the landscape of biology and medicine through the power of generative AI. Our team comprises leading minds and innovators in AI and biological science, pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are dreamers who reimagine a new paradigm for biology and medicine.

We are committed to decoding biology holistically and enabling the next generation of life-transforming solutions. As the first mover in pan-modal Large Biological Models (LBM), we are pioneering a new era of biomedicine, with our LBM training leading to ground-breaking advancements and a transformative approach to healthcare. Our robust R&D team and leadership in LLMs and generative AI position us at the forefront of this revolutionary field. With headquarters in Silicon Valley, California, and a branch office in Paris and Abu Dhabi, we are poised to make a global impact. Join us as we embark on this journey to redefine the future of biology and medicine through the transformative power of Generative AI.

Internship Project/Opportunity

Location: Palo Alto, CA / Abu Dubai / Paris
Anticipated internship dates: Open
Target intern experience level: Graduate Students
https://jobs.lever.co/genbio/97d1b075-b30a-4ed6-9ba3-d6690a606348/apply?lever-source=LinkedIn&source=LinkedIn&lever-source=LinkedInJobs&lever-source=LinkedInJobs

Job Description:

• You will work with the team to conduct cutting-edge research in AI, foundation models, and computational biology. Your primary tasks will include improving existing models and exploring new methodologies to advance our AI capabilities in biology
• You will collaborate with the team on designing and executing large-scale experiments, analyzing complex datasets, and applying statistical techniques to validate the performance and robustness of AI systems
• Additionally, you will work closely with AI/machine learning researchers and computational biologists to develop Genbio AI’s state-of-the-art biology foundation models and drive the research agenda to generate impact

Qualification:

• Currently enrolled in a full-time master’s or PhD (preferred) program in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related technical field (preferably in the United States)
• A strong coder with excellent skills in C/C++ and Python
• Fluent in deep learning frameworks like PyTorch (and/or JAX), Hugging Face (Datasets, Accelerate, Transformers, etc.), Megatron-LM, DeepSpeed, etc
• Have a solid understanding of GPU, CPU, or other AI accelerator architectures
• Familiar with LLM (and/or other foundation model) architectures (such as attention mechanisms, state-space models, MoE, etc.) and training infrastructure (e.g., large-scale GPU clusters)
• Have experience improving ML accuracy using low-precision formats
• Have 1+ years of relevant industry experience
• Derive a great deal of satisfaction from every percentage point of performance improvement
• Have experience writing and optimizing compute kernels using CUDA or similar languages

Nice to Have:

• Current PhD in Computer Science and Engineering with a specialization in Computer Architecture, Parallel Computing, Compilers, or other systems
• Co-optimizing computing infrastructure and deep learning frameworks for optimal performance on specific workloads. Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks through profiling and system analysis
• Experience collaborating with data scientists and machine learning engineers to integrate distributed training capabilities into GenBio
• AI’s model development and deployment frameworks
• Proficient in Python with experience in GPU-accelerated libraries (e.g., CUDA, cuDNN)
• Knowledge of performance profiling and optimization tools for HPC and deep learning

Internship at The White House Office of Science and Technology

Posted: 02/05/2026

About the Company/Organization:

The White House Office of Science and Technology
Type: Other
Size:
https://www.whitehouse.gov/ostp/

Congress established the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) in 1976 to provide the President and Executive Office of the President (EOP) with advice on the scientific, engineering, and technological aspects of national policy and the work of the executive branch. This includes matters of the economy, national security, homeland security, health, foreign relations, the environment, education, and resource management.

The OSTP Director oversees the development and execution of the nation’s science and technology policy agenda, leading White House efforts in critical and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, quantum information sciences, and biotechnology, with the aim of safeguarding US leadership in these fields and ensuring they advance in ways that bolster American economic competitiveness, national security, and human flourishing. The OSTP Director co-chairs the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST), an advisory board whose members are drawn from outside the Federal Government, typically from industry, academia, and research institutions. The Director also chairs the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC), which coordinates the science and technology policymaking process across the executive branch to ensure delivery of the President’s agenda.

In addition to leading interagency science and policy coordination, OSTP assists the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) with annual reviews and priority setting for the Federal research and development budget, and evaluates the scale, quality, and effectiveness of Federal science and technology efforts. OSTP also serves as a source of scientific and technical analysis and judgment for the President with respect to any major strategies, plans, and Government programs.

Internship Project/Opportunity

Location: Washington DC
Anticipated internship dates: Year round
Target intern experience level: Undergraduate Students, Graduate Students
https://www.whitehouse.gov/ostp/internships/

The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Internship Program

Serving as an OSTP Intern provides students a unique opportunity to work closely with senior White House officials and science and technology staff in OSTP’s policy divisions or on OSTP’s legal team.

More information about the application process can be found here: https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/OSTP-Intern-2026-Guidance.pdf

Policy Internships
Students interested in working on the development of national science and technology policy are recommended to apply for a policy internship. Ideal candidates have a passion for science and technology, strong research and writing skills, the ability to work while prioritizing several projects at once, a willingness to support outreach events and a desire for public service. Policy internships are open to interested students from all majors and academic programs. Any student, including law students, may apply for a policy internship.

Internships are also available with OSTP’s communications team. Students interested in Communications or Public Affairs should inquire about opportunities to work primarily with OSTP’s communications team in their policy application.

Policy internship applications only should be sent to: internships@ostp.eop.gov
Questions about your policy internship application should be sent to: internships@ostp.eop.gov

Eligibility
All applicants must be U.S. citizens. Permanent residents and students who do not currently hold U.S. citizenship are not eligible.
Applicants must be enrolled, at least half-time, in an accredited college or university during the desired internship term. Students in undergraduate, graduate, law, LLM, and professional programs in all fields are encouraged to apply.
Preference will be given to applicants available for 30+ hours per week.

Timeline
Summer Semester (May – August): Applications due February 28, 2026
Fall Semester (September – December): Applications due June 14, 2026
Spring Semester (January – April): Applications due September 20, 2026

Contact: Email