How To Find the Best High School Internships for College Admissions
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Global Competitions and Internships for Indian Students
15/10/2024•5 5 minute read
What makes a great application stand out from a good one?
Hands-on experience!
As students worldwide prepare to apply to prestigious and competitive universities, it's crucial to recognize how internships and competitions can enhance your application. Although internships and competitions for Indian students were once limited, the number of opportunities has surged in recent years. As an Indian high school student today, you have various avenues to strengthen your profile.
Here’s a look at some upcoming internship and competition opportunities:
1. SHTEM - Stanford
SHTEM is an eight-week virtual summer internship hosted by Stanford University. It encompasses Science, Humanities, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and pairs students with multifaceted projects under the mentorship of Stanford's leading researchers and professors. The goal is to immerse students in real-world research and strategic thinking. Application dates for 2025 will be announced soon.
2. WWF India
For students passionate about sustainability and conservation, WWF India offers valuable internship opportunities with rolling applications. Positions typically open in February and October, with a minimum commitment of 30 days, extendable up to six months. If you can't commit to an internship, consider volunteering to gain experience.
3. Foreign Policy Research Institute - USC
The University of Southern California offers prestigious internships through the Foreign Policy Research Institute, ideal for students interested in policy, international relations, and developmental economics. With three intake options throughout the year, students can choose from various roles across multiple teams.
4. EnergyMag
If you’re interested in advancing sustainable and renewable energy, EnergyMag provides virtual internships with flexible half-time and quarter-time options. Half-time internships last from 2 to 8 weeks, while quarter-time internships can extend from 1 to 9 months, helping you build research, communication, networking, and analytical skills.
5. Global High School Investment Competition - Wharton
Wharton’s competitive investment program is open to high school students and their teachers. Students work in teams of four to seven, guided by their teachers, to deepen their understanding of investing.
6. Genius Olympiad
Focusing on environmental issues, Genius Olympiad offers competitions in Science, Writing, Robotics, Music, and more. Although the winners for 2024 have been announced, keep an eye out for the 2025 application dates to showcase your skills.
7. Harvard Crimson Global Essay Competition
The HCGEC brings students from all around the world to showcase their skills and passion for writing. The competition poses several key questions across themes and also conducts a writing bootcamp for all participants. Early registration dates are currently open!
8. Harvard Crimson Global Case Competition
If you want to dip your fingers into the world of business strategy with real-world cases, this is the competition for you. HCGCC brings together global students cohorts and presents them with business and planning problems that they compete to solve for. Registrations are currently open.
10. International Olympiads
International Olympiads provide excellent opportunities to compete in subjects of interest, with options available for nearly all high school subjects throughout the year. These give you a great platform to test and compete in your subject areas and gain credibility.
11. Local Organizations
Finally, don’t overlook local opportunities! Identifying NGOs, startups, and organizations in your area that regularly accept interns can provide valuable grassroots experience. These positions can be a fantastic way to showcase your learnings and the difference you can make at the community level.
In today’s competitive landscape, engaging in internships and competitions can significantly enhance your application. By exploring these opportunities, you not only gain practical experience but also develop skills that will set you apart in your future academic and professional endeavors. Keep an eye out for these upcoming opportunities, and take the initiative to strengthen your profile!
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