The ASPIRE program at APL is a unique opportunity for high school juniors and seniors to experience and explore STEM careers before committing to an area of study in college. During the intensive summer session and the longer academic-year session, ASPIRE interns are paired with APL staff mentors to complete projects, solve problems, and learn and apply crucial technical and interpersonal skills in a hands-on, professional environment. During their internship, students also have access to many of APL’s considerable technical and professional resources. The ASPIRE program is an unpaid learning experience and is not a job.
ASPIRE students must be able to work independently, communicate with APL staff members and mentors, persist when faced with challenges, and continually think outside the box. ASPIRE students must also meet certain eligibility requirements, including maintaining a 2.8 unweighted GPA and holding U.S. citizenship. A complete list of requirements is provided on our website.
If you'd like to apply for the ASPIRE internship, please check out our website for more information. Please consider joining our mailing list, found on our website, to be kept up to date on info sessions and other opportunities.