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NextStep - High School Internships, Scholarships & Student Career Development Platform

Find High School Internships and Scholarships

NextStep is the leading platform connecting high school students with internship opportunities, scholarship programs, and career development resources. Our free mobile app helps students discover paid internships, summer programs, volunteer opportunities, and academic scholarships from trusted organizations nationwide.

Whether you're looking for high school internships in technology, healthcare, business, or non-profit sectors, or searching for student scholarships to fund your education, NextStep provides personalized recommendations and application tracking to help you succeed in your career journey.

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Your High School Internship Journey Starts Here

NextStep is the easiest way for high school students to explore internships, research programs, scholarships, and volunteer opportunities--all in one place. With personalized recommendations, application tracking, and powerful tools to stay organized, NextStep helps you move from where you are to where you want to be.

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High schoolers are building their future -- leading, earning, and growing. It's time to lock in.

Introducing NextStep

Now available on iPhone

NextStep is built to help high school students take control of their future. Explore internship opportunities, track applications, and unlock your path forward -- right from your phone.

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How NextStep Works for High School Students

Explore High School Internships

Discover new internship opportunities, learning paths, and career challenges tailored to your high school interests and goals.

Smart Filters

Refine your search to find the most relevant internships, scholarships, mentors, or resources for high school students easily.

Analytics & Progress

Track your internship applications, check your learning streaks, and see detailed analytics of your student career development over time.

Student Profile

Manage your high school profile, update your interests and achievements, and showcase your internship experiences and milestones.

A World of Trusted Students

Trusted by high school and college students from leading universities worldwide
Harvard University students trust NextStep for high school internship and scholarship opportunities
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Frequently Asked Questions

NextStep is an innovative education platform designed to connect high school students with meaningful opportunities that enhance both academic and career development. By offering access to internships, workshops, leadership programs, and mentorship, NextStep helps students gain real-world experience, build standout résumés, and prepare for college admissions. Our mission is to empower high school students to discover pathways that align with their passions, skills, and long-term goals.

Finding credible high school opportunities can be overwhelming. NextStep simplifies the process by curating verified internships, scholarships, extracurricular programs, and academic challenges in one centralized hub. Unlike scattered online searches, NextStep provides structured access to opportunities that are trusted, competitive, and designed to give students an edge in education, college applications, and future careers.

NextStep offers a wide range of student opportunities, including: Internships and research programs tailored to high school students. STEM opportunities such as coding bootcamps, science fairs, and engineering projects. Arts and humanities programs like creative writing competitions and leadership conferences. College prep resources including test prep workshops and essay writing support. Scholarships and funding to reduce the financial barriers of higher education. Every opportunity is carefully selected to support holistic student growth.

Colleges are seeking students who demonstrate initiative, leadership, and a passion for learning beyond the classroom. NextStep helps high school students stand out by connecting them with experiences that highlight curiosity, critical thinking, and impact. Whether through a community service program, a summer internship, or a national competition, NextStep opportunities strengthen applications and showcase a student's readiness for higher education.

NextStep is open to all motivated high school students looking to take control of their future. Whether you're a freshman eager to explore new passions or a senior preparing for college admissions, NextStep offers tailored pathways to fit every stage of high school. Parents and educators can also engage with NextStep to support student growth and ensure access to transformative learning experiences.

Yes! Many features of NextStep are free for high school students, including access to a wide range of listed opportunities. Some premium programs, events, or partner initiatives may have additional costs, but NextStep is committed to keeping education accessible and ensuring that financial barriers do not limit student success.

Getting started is simple: visit NextStep, create a free student profile, and begin exploring opportunities curated for high school students. The platform allows you to search by interest, career path, or academic field, making it easy to find opportunities that truly align with your aspirations. With NextStep, you don't just plan for the future--you take the next step toward it today.

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