How to Find an Internship in High School

Because landing your first internship shouldn’t feel impossible.
Internships are one of the best ways for students to explore careers, gain real-world experience, and build a powerful college or job application—but most teens have no idea how to start. The Internship How-To Guide gives students a step-by-step blueprint for finding, applying to, and securing meaningful internships—even if they don’t have experience or connections.
This guide breaks down everything from writing a standout resume to sending professional outreach emails and handling rejection with confidence. Whether your student wants to explore a future career or just get a foot in the door, this guide shows them how.
Perfect for:
✔️ High school students looking for internships
✔️ Parents helping their teen take initiative
✔️ Students without a clear career path
✔️ Teens applying without a resume or formal job experience
Inside the guide:
✅ Step-by-step internship search process
✅ Resume-building checklists and brainstorming tools
✅ Cover letter structure with examples
✅ Pro tips on outreach, follow-ups, and email scripts
✅ Links to powerful search tools (including local resources)
✅ Bonus advice on social media cleanup and networking
Whether your student is aiming high or just getting started, this guide equips them with everything they need to succeed—professionally and confidently.