Summer High-school Intern Program (SHIP) -Gaithersburg, MD (Volunteer; STEM Fields)

National Institute of Standards and Technology · Department of Commerce

Federal · USAJOBS Open to the public
Location
Gaithersburg, MD
Type
This is a student volunteer program. It does not confer any employment status. NIST SHIP participants will not be paid, must provide their own housing & transportation, and must participate in a Poster Session on Aug 4 & Closing Celebration on Aug 6.
Dates
Posted Oct 31 · Closes Feb 9, 2027
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This kind of job

A U.S. federal government job. You apply on USAJOBS with a federal résumé; it has a closing date and pay follows fixed scales (GS or others).

What they ask for, in short
  • High school diploma
Documents usually requested
  • Federal résumé (with hours per week and dates for each job)
  • Academic transcript, if the position requires education
  • DD-214 if you claim veterans' preference
  • SF-50 if you are a current federal employee
  • Photo ID and Social Security card or work authorization (Form I-9)
In our catalog

Posted 6 days ago.

About the job

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) seeks current high school juniors and seniors for the Summer High School Internship Program (SHIP). This vacancy announcement is for in-person fellowships in Gaithersburg, MD. A separate application is available on USAjobs for in-person fellowships in Boulder, CO. Learn more at https://www.nist.gov/iaao/academic-affairs-office/high-school-students-ship.

Qualifications

We are looking for students interested in gaining valuable, hands-on experience working with cutting-edge technology in one of the world's leading research organizations. Additional preference will be given to students who possess the following qualities: A high level of motivation and a positive inquisitive workplace demeanor Interest in conducting technical research in a federal laboratory in Gaithersburg, MD Ability to commit to eleven (7) continuous weeks (Monday through Friday) during the summer

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