Internships, Work Based Learning, and Enrichment Opportunities

Brighter Futures OC
Work on real-world projects with Orange County employers while building professional and workplace skills.

TeenLife
Search thousands of internships, summer programs, leadership opportunities, and enrichment experiences.

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OC Pathways
Find internships, apprenticeships, career exploration events, and work-based learning opportunities throughout Orange County.

Pre-College Academic Experiences
Explore college campuses while taking enrichment courses in subjects that interest you.

Ryman Arts
Receive free college-level instruction in drawing and painting while building an art portfolio for college.

MOCA Teen Program
Collaborate with artists and museum professionals while creating events and exhibitions.

UCLA Film & Television Summer Institute
Study filmmaking, screenwriting, animation, and media production while earning college credit.

KX FM Internship
Gain experience in broadcasting, promotions, production, and radio operations.

Ligne Blanche Creative Internship
Build your portfolio through fashion, photography, styling, and social media content creation. Contact Sandrine Guibert - email: ligneblancheca@gmail.com - Ph. 949 549 4848

Bank of America Student Leaders
Complete a paid nonprofit internship while participating in a national leadership summit focused on community impact

Berkeley Business Academy for Youth
Explore business, entrepreneurship, and leadership through UC Berkeley's summer programs.

DECA
Develop leadership and business skills through competitive events in marketing, finance, hospitality, and entrepreneurship.

Diamond Challenge
Compete with student business ideas for scholarships, mentorship, and national recognition.

Learn with Leaders
Take online courses taught by global mentors in business, leadership, and innovation.

LIFEvest Financial Literacy Program
Develop lifelong money management skills through an immersive residential experience at UC Irvine.​​​​​ Current 8th/9th-grade students who would be among the first in their families to attend college (first-generation).

Teach Me Wall Street
Build financial literacy while learning about investing, personal finance, and financial markets.

TYE Orange County
Learn how to launch a startup while developing leadership and entrepreneurial skills.

Aquarium of the Pacific
Volunteer while learning about marine science, conservation, and environmental education.

Ballona Wetlands Internship
Support habitat restoration and environmental education through hands-on conservation work.

Bolsa Chica Conservancy Internship
Volunteer while learning about wetlands, wildlife conservation, and coastal ecosystems.

Crystal Cove Fire Ecology Internship
Study local ecosystems while participating in environmental research and restoration projects.

Hutton Junior Fisheries Biology Program
Complete a paid internship in fisheries and aquatic science with professional mentors.

Newport Bay Conservancy
Study local ecosystems while participating in environmental research and restoration projects.

Orange County Coastkeeper
Protect local waterways through environmental stewardship, restoration projects, and community volunteer events.

Sherman Library & Gardens Internship
Explore horticulture, education, and public gardens through a paid summer internship.Contact  info@slgardens.org 949-673-2261.

Mike Levin Congressional Internship
Learn about government, public service, and constituent engagement while working with a congressional office. Contact: interns@mikelevin.org

California Assembly Leadership Program
Explore state government and public policy while meeting elected leaders and visiting the State Capitol.

Be a Student Poll Worker
Earn money, develop leadership skills, and help your community by assisting at local polling places on Election Day.

Orange County Internship Opportunities
Explore internships with Orange County government departments in public administration, communications, environmental services, and more.

Police Explorer Programs
Experience careers in law enforcement through training, ride-alongs, and community service. Contact Officer Danny Lopez - dlopez@lbusd.org. 

Peer Court
Learn about the justice system by serving as a trained student juror.

State Seal of Civic Engagement
Earn statewide recognition for your commitment to civic participation and community service. Reach out to Mrs.Harwood about opportunites: gharwood@lbusd.org

The TurnUp
Advocate for issues you're passionate about through remote civic engagement opportunities.

Biomedical Research Summer Experience
Learn laboratory techniques while working alongside researchers in biomedical science.

Chapman Pharmacy Summer Research
Gain hands-on experience in pharmaceutical research and explore careers in pharmacy and health sciences.

CHOC iCAN
Connect with other teens to improve pediatric healthcare through leadership, advocacy, and service.
Contact: Amber Osorno aosorno1@choc.org

Harvard Medical School Pre-College Program
Explore medicine through college-level coursework and hands-on learning led by Harvard faculty.

Mission Hospital Volunteer Program
Contact: belia.wong@providence.org

OCC Health Career Academy
Earn college credit while exploring healthcare professions through Orange Coast College (10th - 11th grade only)
Contact Elaine Devlin at 949-433-5760

Project InSight Paid Fellowship
Participate in a paid fellowship exploring careers in vision care, eye health, and medical research.

UCI Health High School Volunteer Program
Serve patients and families while gaining valuable experience in a hospital environment and learning about healthcare professions.

Chef Bruno's Hospitality Academy
Gain restaurant experience while developing culinary, hospitality, and workplace skills.

Great Wolf Hospitality Internship
Explore careers in hospitality through a structured summer internship program.

Culinary Training Program
Develop foundational kitchen and food service skills while preparing real meals.