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Science for Success Teen Internships
The Science for Success Teen Internship invites students from Cleveland-area high schools to engage in a variety of project- and mission-based opportunities at the Museum and in the community. Working primarily with the Museum's Education and Community Engagement Departments, our interns are an integral part of planning and executing programs that support the Museum's mission and reach underserved and underrepresented audiences.
Museum professionals serve as role models and mentors as they guide interns through youth-development experiences and the building of hands-on science skills. The internship prepares teens to pursue careers in STEM, museums, and other fields while providing them with practical work experience, interpersonal skills, high school and career mentorship, and the resources to help lead their families and communities toward a sustainable future. Science for Success is a year-round opportunity, and applications will open again in fall 2026.
Science for Success is sponsored by Isobel Rutherford, M.D.
Hours & Compensation
Interns generally work from 10am to 4pm on two weekends a month during the school year and two to three days per week during the summer, up to 28 hours per week. Pay is $11/hour.
Eligibility
Applicants must be rising high school freshmen at the time of application. Applicants must be able to work at least two weekend shifts per month and attend monthly Zoom meetings. Priority is given to East Cleveland and Cleveland students.
How to Apply
As part of the application, students must submit their school transcript, brief statements addressing their interest in the opportunity and describing a time when they demonstrated curiosity, and contact information for a reference. Only complete applications will be considered.
Please check back for updates in Fall 2026.
Please contact Justin Forneris, Manager of Youth Initiatives, at jforneris@cmnh.org with questions or to request more information about the Science for Success internship program.
