SHTEM: Summer Internships for High Schoolers
Stanford Compression Forum
Program overview
High school juniors or seniors (11th or 12th grade in 2026-2027) interested in interdisciplinary research; students without prior research experience are especially encouraged to apply; US Citizens or Permanent Residents
Eligibility
Must be currently a high school junior or senior in 2026-2027; must be at least 14 by June 20, 2027; must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident. No prior research experience required. One letter of recommendation required. · US Citizens or Permanent Residents only; no visa sponsorship available
Key details
- Organization
- Stanford Compression Forum
- Type
- Summer research internship
- Location
- Stanford University, Stanford, CA (in-person expected for Summer 2027; housing not provided)
- Format
- in-person
- Eligible grades
- 11th grade, 12th grade
- Cost
- Unpaid; $95 nonrefundable application fee; housing and transportation not provided
- Time commitment
- 8 weeks over Summer 2027 (dates TBA in Fall 2026); approximately 20-30 hours per week
- Application status
- Applications for Summer 2027 are expected to open in December 2026; decisions expected at end of March or early April 2027
How to apply
Apply on the program's own site. Details here were read from that page and can change — confirm them there before applying.