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Launch Your Future
Launch Your Future

Launch Your Future

Internship and Certificate Program

Fall Cohort: October 4, October 11, October 18, and October 25.

10 a.m.–3 p.m.

Application is due Mon., July 21, 2025 opens in a new window

Did you know that Southwestern Pennsylvania is home to a thriving healthcare industry with hundreds of medical institutions and organizations? Pittsburgh’s medical field is rapidly expanding—and we want YOU to be a part of it!

During program sessions at Carnegie Science Center, explore the many career opportunities in healthcare—from clinical roles and biomedical research to healthcare communications and public health—while building career readiness skills that are valuable in any profession.

Gain real-world insight into the medical field through conversations with healthcare professionals. Participate in hands-on challenges and grow your confidence as an innovative thinker, effective communicator, and skilled problem-solver throughout the internship experience.

Requirements

  • Ages 14–18
  • Commit to attending all program sessions

Internship benefits

  • Develop career readiness skills
  • Explore space related career paths
  • Learn from space professionals
  • Be awarded a Future Ready certificate
  • Receive a $100 transportation stipend
  • Receive a $600 stipend upon completion of the program

Are you an adult in a space field? Are you passionate about inspiring and supporting youth? Reach out to Vi Polsinelli PolsinelliV@CarnegieScienceCenter.org to see how you can get involved!

Launch Your Future is a partnership between Carnegie Science Center and Readiness Institute at Penn State.