Interested in supporting interns as a Business Partner?
Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓƵ, Austin Ed Fund, and the Austin Chamber have partnered to create an internship for rising 10-12th grade students to help prepare them for the workforce through hands-on training, skills development, and meaningful work experience. By participating in the program, Business Partners can expect to:
- Cultivate a talent pipeline
- Engage with Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓƵ
- Increase company exposure
- Mentor the future workforce
Partner with us to support big dreams this summer! The deadline to submit a Business Partner interest form is February 28, 2026.
Dream Big this Summer with a Summer Internship
Learn from Austin area professionals in high-demand industries and receive a stipend by joining the Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓƵ Summer Internship Program!
The Student Interest Form for Summer 2026 will open on December 1, 2025. Please check back then to submit your form.
Student interns will:
- Learn from industry experts across Austin
- Earn high school course credit
- Enjoy flexible hours that fit your schedule
- Receive a $2,000 living expenses stipend
- Participate in a 20-hour work week over the 6-week program
Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓƵ Summer Internship Program Deadlines
| Steps | Deadlines |
|---|---|
| Internship Student Interest Form Opens | December 1, 2025 |
| Student Interest Form Deadline | Early February 2026* |
| Notification of Selection | Late March 2026* |
| Student Orientation 1 | Late April 2026* |
| Student Orientation 2 | Mid May 2026* |
| Program Work Weeks | June 8 - July 23, 2026 |
| Vacation Week (no work) | June 29 - July 3, 2025 |
| Closing Ceremony | July 24, 2026 |
Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓƵ Summer Internship Testimonials
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