SparkShop’s High School Summer Internship Program

Pictured: 2024 SparkShop Interns Day 1

No longer accepting applications for Summer 2025

SparkShop hosts a paid summer internship program for Chicago-based high schoolers. Interns at SparkShop learn valuable workforce development skills, work independently and in groups  on projects in areas of interest such as engineering / community engagement / marketing / business, and have opportunities to network with industry professionals. No engineering or STEM experience is necessary. A strong sense of curiosity, motivation, and commitment are all important to succeed in this opportunity. 

Our Summer 2025 Internship will take place July 14-25, 2025!

 
My favorite part of the internship was being able to try out new things and learning new skills with my new found friends.
— Mirsha, 2024 SparkShop Intern

Check out this video made by a group of our 2023 SparkShop interns!

The internship helped me learn about new careers that i never thought of. I feel like I gained career skills such as critical thinking, organization, communication, and being punctual
— Isabella, 2024 SparkShop Intern
I enjoyed the independence we had, and how there was so much trust in us. It felt like our role here was truly important
— Camila, 2023 SparkShop Intern
What I enjoyed most about this internship was learning how to communicate better.
— Neel, 2023 SparkShop Intern

Questions? Email internships@sparkshop.org