The American Red Cross Los Angeles Region is seeking rising high school seniors and recent graduates for its Summer 2026 High School Senior Internship Program. This program offers hands-on experience, leadership development, community service hours, and résumé-building opportunities while supporting the Red Cross mission.
Interns will be placed in one department and work alongside staff and volunteers on meaningful projects.
Available Departments:
Service to the Armed Forces / International Services (SAF/IS)
Volunteer Services (VS)
Communications (COMMS)
Disaster Cycle Services (DCS)
Biomedical Services (BioMed)
Eligibility:
• Rising or recently graduated high school seniors
• Must register as a Red Cross volunteer and comply with organizational policies
Program Dates:
June 16 – August 13, 2026
Key Timeline:
• Application Deadline: March 15, 2026
• Interviews: April–May 2026
• Final Selection: May 4, 2026
Program Benefits:
• Certificate of completion
• Service hour verification
• Letters of recommendation (upon request)
The American Red Cross is an equal opportunity organization. Continued volunteering after the internship is encouraged but not required.
Please make a Volunteer Connection account and you will have access to the application.