Application Process
The ASPIRE application for 2025 will open on January 1, 2025.
PLEASE NOTE: You cannot save a partially completed application once you have started.
The ASPIRE internship application cannot be saved and must be completed in a single session. We recommend drafting your essay and answers in a word processor program, such as Google Docs, so that you may review them prior to submission. We strongly recommend that you preview the application prior to filling it out.
Before You Apply
Please preview the application to avoid any surprises. Please note: there may be small changes or inconsistencies between the sample application and the actual application.
New in 2025: While the ASPIRE High School Internship Program School Acknowledgment Form is still required, it is not due at the time of application. Instead, it will be uploaded upon your acceptance. It must be signed by your counselor, internship coordinator, or principal.
When completing your application, you will be asked to write 250-300 words or less about a project you are proud of. You’ll also have an opportunity to tell us how you would further develop that project, if given the chance. This essay is not a college essay and does not need to be overly formal. Instead, it’s your chance to share your personality and why you would make a great ASPIRE student. Please make sure to proofread and spellcheck your essay.
Each application requires a recommendation from a teacher of your choice. The recommender cannot be related to you. The recommendation form will be sent to your recommender after you submit. Only one recommendation is required, but multiple will not hurt your application.
Applying
Complete and submit the online application. Incomplete applications will not be considered for the program.
After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation e-mail. You will receive additional emails when your recommender fills out the recommendation form, and when we have confirmed your eligibility. Please do not call to see whether we have received your recommendation form.
Accepted students will be asked to download and sign the ASPIRE Student Contract and School Acknowledgement Form as part of their acceptance packet. You can preview the contract here.
All students, regardless of acceptance, will be notified of their status by May 15. Due to the large number of applications, please do not call or email to check the status of your application or recommendations.