2025 INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Where Scholarship Meets Curiosity,
Ingenuity & Inquiry
SAILL
The Margo Leonetti O’Connell ‘60
Students Advancing in Internship Leadership and Learning Program
Marymount offers a number of internships in several different fields, from surgery, law, and finance, to architecture, and marketing, at sites throughout the greater Los Angeles area.
Internship opportunities are available to students who want to focus on a particular area of interest or explore an opportunity during the summer. Hands-on learning and access to professionals are at the center of this experience.
Marymount also offers several Collaborative Programs as part of our internship experience. Students need to apply to collaborative programs directly, and must notify Mr. Petrone that an application has been submitted.
All Collaborative Program attendees are considered participants in the Marymount Summer Internship Program and, as such, are held to the same standards and expectations inherent in that program. All Collaborative Programs are indicated with an asterisk on the following pages.
THROUGH THE SAILL INTERNSHIP PROGRAM, YOU ARE GIVING THESE YOUNG WOMEN FAR MORE THAN A RÉSUMÉ BOOSTER—YOU ARE GIVING THEM SOMETHING INVALUABLE: SELF-BELIEF. YOU ARE SHOWING THEM THAT THEIR VOICES MATTER, THAT THEIR DREAMS ARE VALID, AND THAT THEIR CONTRIBUTIONS ARE NOT JUST WELCOME BUT NECESSARY. YOU ARE PLANTING SEEDS OF CONFIDENCE THAT WILL GROW INTO A LIFETIME OF STRENGTH AND RESILIENCE.
DAWN REGAN INTERIM HEAD OF SCHOOL
BY THE NUMBERS
Internship sites with available placements for over 60 students 40+
2025 SUMMER INTERNSHIPS
LAW & FINANCE
SCIENCE & MEDICINE
• AltaMed Westlake Clinic – Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
• Athos Therapeutics
• Child Mind Institute - Youth Mental Health Academy *
• Coastal Ortho - Orthopedic Surgery
• Dr. Jay Sison, DDS Inc. and Westchester Pediatric Dentistry
• Manhattan Dermatology
• Mattel Children’s Hospital at UCLA Pediatric Advanced Heart Failure, Mechanical Circulatory Support, and Transplant Program
• Osborne Head & Neck Institute (OHNI)Medical Scholars Program *
• Salo & Salo Dental Esthetics and Implantology
• Southern California Reproductive CenterInfertility Training
• UCLA CASIT Robotic Surgery
• UCLA Medical School: Advanced Heart Failure, Mechanical Circulatory Support & Heart Transplant Program
• UCLA Medical School Department of Neurosurgery & Pediatric Neurology UCLA Steve Tisch BrainSPORT Program *
SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, ARTS & MATHEMATICS (STEAM)
• The Bay Foundation
• CO Architects
• Girls Who Code Summer Immersion Program *
• The Lundquist Institute High School Summer Fellowship *
• Skye Biologics
• UCLA Ecology and Conservation Summer Research
• Abir, Cohen Treyzon & Salo LLC
• BMO Wealth Management
• Good Gustafson Aumais, LLP
• Los Angeles Superior Court, Torrance
BUSINESS, MARKETING, & COMMUNICATIONS
• Epsteen and Associates
• The Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles
• Heyler Realty
• Monique Owen Travel
• Peridot Consulting
• System1 Product Management
• UCLA Anderson School of Management, Venture Accelerator
SOCIAL SCIENCES
• The Case Against Political Parties
• LMU Center for Catholic Education
• Marymount High School Alumnae Relations & Constituent Events
• Peace Over Violence *
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
• Amazing Grace Design
• Experimentally Structured Museum of Art (ESMoA)*
• The Gotham Group
• Girls’ Voices Now *
• Laurie Sefton Creates
* Collaborative Programs
Science & Medicine
Intro to General Pediatrics
AltaMed Westlake Clinic – Children’s Hospital
Los Angeles
Mentor: Kathleen Messenger Ostrom, MD ‘95 (Maisy ‘26)
Overview:
Interns will have an opportunity to work with staff at AltaMed General Pediatrics Group – Westlake, 3rd Street site, a satellite location of Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. AltaMed is one of the largest, independent, Federally Qualified Health Centers in the country. Interns will have an opportunity to learn about developmental and behavioral screening, common pediatric illnesses (acute and chronic), growth and nutrition, injuries, obesity prevention and management, social determinants of health, adverse childhood experiences, health care financing, community resources, advocacy, quality improvement and patient safety. Interns will also gain handson experience, working with patients through our BodyWorks nutrition and exercise program. Through this program our patients and families learn about making habit changes, reading nutrition labels, how to find and prepare healthy foods and the importance of exercise. In addition to work at the clinic, there will be other opportunities for experiences at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles and USC Keck School of Medicine.
Responsibilities:
• Seeing patients in clinic : Morning, 8am-2pm, 1-2 mornings per week
• Shadowing patient visits with Dr. Ostrom
• Opportunity to spend time with other members of health care team: nurses, medical assistants, lactation specialist, social workers, front office staff, pediatric residents, other pediatric specialists
• Attend pediatric resident clinic education sessions
• Assist with the summer session of BodyWorks: Afternoons 5 -6pm, M-W, 1 day per week; assisting with virtual classes
• Attend one Friday morning pediatric grand rounds at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles & join the general pediatric inpatient teaching rounds at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles: Date TBD, 8am-12pm
• Prepare and deliver a brief talk on a topic of interest during the final week of the program.
Optional activities:
• Shadow Dr. Ostrom at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, Inpatient Pediatric Wards & Urgent Care – Evenings/ Weekends
• Visit USC Keck School of Medicine
• Meet with and/or shadow other pediatricians at AltaMed or Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
Requirements:
Minimum of 1 day/week (or 8 shifts)
Time Frame:
June 1st- July 24th
# of Positions: 2
Eligibility:
• Must be 16+ years old
• Students are expected to provide own transportation
• Students must complete necessary AltaMed-CHLA waivers
• Students must be up to date on ALL vaccinations (including influenza 24-25 & COVID-19 24-25 booster) and have a negative PPD within last year, must be submitted 1 month prior to start of rotation (this is a CHLA requirement and critical to an on-time start)
• Spanish language proficiency encouraged
Athos Therapeutics
Mentor: Dr. Dimitrios Iliopoulos (Marilena ‘28)
Overview:
Athos Therapeutics is an artificial intelligence software and clinical stage biotechnology company developing precision therapeutics for patients with autoimmune diseases and cancer. Athos has two facilities located in Torrance, CA. The first one (1123 W. Carson St, Torrance CA) is a laboratory facility that hosts all research activities related to computational and medicinal chemistry, molecular and cellular biology and disease animal model studies. The second one (21250 Hawthorne Blvd, Torrance CA) hosts all the artificial intelligence, machine learning and bioinformatics activities related to healthcare and drug development. Athos has hosted more than six students in the last few years that had an interest on biology, medicine or computer science and engineering.
The director of the Athos high school program is Mr. Jonathan Abdala. The students have the opportunity to work with scientists who have extensive experience on both academic and industry environments.
The director of Athos high school program is Mr. Jonathan Abdala. The students have the opportunity to work with scientists who have extensive experience on both academic and industry environments.
Website: www.athostx.com
Responsibilities:
The students will learn and understand the basics of drug development and based on their interests will work on a specific project. This could be a molecular and cellular biology project or purely coding/data analysis project.
Requi rements:
The students are expected to be present in Athos facilities on a daily basis for at least 3 hours, depending on the project that they will be involved.
Time Frame:
5 days/week (minimum 3 hours per day) for 4-6 weeks
# of Positions: 2 - 1 per discipline: Cellular and Molecular Medicine AI & Computer Science
Eligibility: Rising Seniors
Child Mind institute - Youth Mental Health Academy (YMHA)*
Mentors: Child Mind Institute YMHA Staff
Overview:
A 14-month community-based program for students from structurally marginalized communities in California. YMHA provides hands-on learning in mental health science, practice, and communications through: project based learning, mentorship, internship and integrated support.
During your first summer, participate in a 5-week paid program led by instructors and professionals who work in mental health fields. Through interactive lessons and discussions, you will delve deep into topics concerning mental health effects, treatment, research, and related careers. You will then synthesize the information, skills, and practices you’ve acquired during the summer academy to develop a culminating capstone project with the support of your mentor. The capstone project will convey your understanding of a specific mental health focus of your choice and will be comprised of a research paper, creative component, and display. There are monthy mental health seminars during the schoolyear and a paid six-week internship the second summer.
Application : https://childmind.org/youth-mental-healthacademy/
Requi rements:
Have a strong interest in mental health
Be from a structurally marginalized community
Commit to completing the entire program, from June 2025 through July 2026 (5-week project-based learning in summer of 2025 + programming throughout the school year + up to
6-week internship in summer 2026)
Application due March 31, 2025
Time Frame:
June 23 – July 24, 2025 Onsite Mental Health Academy, Mon – Thurs: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
August 2025 – May 2026 Monthly workshops & mentor support - Virtual & in-person
July & August 2026 Internship in mental health-related fieldIn-person, hybrid, or remote
Eligibility: Rising Sophomore or above
Have an overall GPA of 2.5 or higher
There is no cost for this program.
Coastal Ortho - Orthopedic Surgery
Mentor: Dr. Brian Magovern (Mary ’25)
Overview:
Dr. Magovern is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in shoulder and elbow surgery. He works in a private practice with offices in El Segundo and Torrance. He performs surgery at Torrance Memorial and Little Company of Mary Hospitals. Dr. Magovern also holds an academic position as the Chief of Shoulder and Elbow surgery at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. This program is designed to provide interns with an introductory exposure to the world of orthopedic surgery and sports medicine.
Responsibilities:
Interns will work directly with Dr. Magovern in the office setting. They will mainly shadow the doctor to learn about the most common conditions seen including:
• Fractures
• Arthritis
• Tendon/ligament tears
• Inflammatory diseases
By the end of the summer, interns will have the opportunity to interview and evaluate new patients on their own and present potential treatment plans to the doctor. Depending on COVID restrictions, there will hopefully be opportunities to observe surgeries in person at the hospital or surgery center. Also, there may be an opportunity to shadow one day at HarborUCLA to observe residents (doctors in training) to understand what life is like for them. They will also get a chance to see first hand what medical care is like for an underserved community.
The interns will be asked to assist with minor office tasks during the day. This will include assisting with casting, taking pictures on the ultrasound, and removing staples. They will also be expected to read basic review articles weekly and present a summary to the doctor.
Time Frame:
The time frame will be roughly one day per week for about 5 or 6 weeks throughout the summer. The specific days are flexible and can be determined and agreed upon by the interns and the doctor. The office is open Monday through Friday and the choice of Torrance, El Segundo or a combination of the two is flexible. A total of about 40 hours will be expected.
# of Positions: 2
Eligibility: Rising Sophomores and above
Dr. Jay Sison, DDS Inc. and Westchester Pediatric Dentistry
Jay Sison DDS and Christie Burnett DDS (Rachel ’20 and Allison ‘24)
Overview:
Dr. Sison is a practicing periodontist and faculty member at the UCLA School of Dentistry. In addition, he operates a private group practice in Los Angeles. Dr. Burnett is a pediatric dentist. The interns who are interested in careers in the dental profession will be given experience in general dentistry and all of the other dental specialties.
Responsibilities:
Interns will work directly with the doctors to assist in surgical and dental procedures that include:
• Chairside assist for examination and treatment
• Take and interpret X-rays
• Process and sterilize instruments
• Laboratory procedures
Interns will also have an opportunity to accompany Dr. Sison to the UCLA Dental School and interact with dental students and additional faculty to gain insight on life as a dental student and the process of gaining admission to dental school. In addition, interns will have an opportunity to be involved with community outreach programs and events that provide dental care to underserved communities in Los Angeles.
Time Frame:
Dates and times are very flexible and can be determined as agreed on by the intern and doctors. The offices are open Monday-Friday with some community outreach events scheduled on the weekends.
# of Positions: 2-3
Eligibility: Rising Sophomores and above
Dr. Ashley Magovern and Manhattan Dermatology
Mentors: Dr. Ashley Magovern (Mary ’25)
Overview:
Dr. Magovern is owner and practicing dermatologist at Manhattan Dermatology in Manhattan Beach. The busy office sees patients of all ages and all skin concerns. The interns will be exposed to diagnosing and treating skin disease, skin cancer, skin surgery and cosmetic dermatology, including laser and light devices. Dr. Magovern has a particular interest in integrative dermatology, and believes that diet, nutrition, supplements and lifestyle play a big role in skin disease and skin aging, and treats her patients with this mindset as well. A student with an interest in science and medicine is encouraged to apply.
Website: www.manhattan-dermatology.com
Responsibilities: Interns will:
• Observe day to day operations and gain insight into running a medical practice.
• Work directly with the doctors and physician assistants to assist during patient visits, procedures and surgeries.
• Assist with patient intake, office efficiency and flow.
• Clean and prep patient exam rooms.
• Be required to learn basic diagnosis and treatment of common skin conditions, a textbook will be given at the start of the internship.
• Design a simple community outreach program on an integrative topic of their choice.
Requirements:
The office is fast paced, self-starters and highly motivated students are ideal.
Time Frame:
The time frame will be 1-1 1⁄2 days per week from June 9-July 11. The specific days are flexible and can be determined at a later date. The office is open from 9-5pm Monday-Friday. The student may be asked to arrive by 8:45. A total of 40-50 hours will be expected.
# of Positions: 2
Eligibility: Rising Sophomores and above
Mattel
Children’s Hospital at
UCLA – Pediatric Advanced Heart Failure, Mechanical Circulatory Support, and Transplant Program
Mentor:
Majid Husain, MD, Pediatric Cardiology
Overview:
Dr. Husain is a junior faculty member in the Division of Pediatric Cardiology at the Mattel Children’s Hospital and Children’s Heart Center at UCLA.
Biography
Dr. Husain takes care of children with complex heart disease who undergo minimally invasive procedures (placement of stents, transcatheter valves, pacemakers, and other devices in the heart) and/or open-heart surgery. He specializes in taking care of children who develop heart failure, need support of an ‘artificial’ heart, and especially those who need and have received a heart transplant. He performs biopsies of the transplanted hearts, sees patients in the hospital and clinic settings, and is involved with research to better understand these complex diseases. He also teaches medical students, pediatric residents, and fellows at UCLA.
Participants in this internship will have the opportunity to observe how heart biopsies are performed, see how an ‘artificial’ heart and mechanical circulatory devices works, and view open-heart surgery on children receiving a heart transplant (TBD, based on timing of surgery during program duration). The students will learn from Dr. Husain and his colleagues in both the hospital and clinic settings. Students are encouraged to explore the various experiences and focus on 1 or 2 aspects to expand their knowledge further.
Responsibilities:
We need students to help with two tasks:
1) to help make a teen-focused patient education booklet about heart transplant
2) to help make videos explaining various procedures to patients and parents
Education is key in empowering our patients to take ownership of their heart and health. To help achieve this goal, we will need motivated students to help us create a teen-focused educational booklet about the process of heart transplantation. In preparation for this, students will learn the process from the initial evaluation to transplantation to post-transplant care. They will gain a deep understanding of the heart anatomy, the indications for certain interventions, and the multidisciplinary efforts involved in taking care of these complex patients. Students will observe the care of patients being managed with heart failure, awaiting heart transplant and living with an ‘artificial’ heart called a ventricular assist device (VAD). They will also observe catheterbased procedures and heart biopsies. They may have an opportunity to observe open-heart procedures (if possible, a heart transplant based on timing). Students will be asked to summarize their experiences for their own educational benefit. We hope this will be a reasonably challenging opportunity
to create an age-appropriate, applicable, and relevant educational tool that will benefit their own peers.
We will also be asking the students to help make, edit and narrate video segments explaining the heart biopsy and catheter-based procedures. These videos will be posted on the UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital Pediatric Cardiology website for patient education.
Requirements:
Participants must have a proven record of accomplishment in science courses along with a great deal of self-starting skills. Suitable candidates would ideally have an interest in biology, physics, physiology, and anatomy. The desire to learn about medicine, hospital practice, or patient experience would be beneficial. Pre-existing skill set in audio-visual production and Photoshop are needed.
Time Frame:
Internship is approximately 4-5 weeks with the possibility of extending into the school year. 40+ hours of total experience
# of Positions: 2
Eligibility: Rising Juniors & Rising Seniors
Osborne Head & Neck Institute (OHNI) - Medical Scholars Program*
Mentors: Dr. Ryan Osborne and OHNI Physicians
Overview:
The Osborne Head and Neck Foundation provides life-saving surgical care to communities around the world. We connect patients in need to volunteer surgeons and a community of passionate supporters through annual Medical Missions, surgical grants, and medical travel grants. Through the Medical Scholars Program, the Foundation wishes to provide aspiring physicians a foundation in excellence and inspire a lifelong passion for humanitarian causes. Exceptional Medical Scholars who show dedication and growth throughout this program may qualify to join the Foundation’s next Medical Mission.
Responsibilities:
The Osborne Head and Neck Foundation Medical Scholars Program is a 3-week immersive mentorship and educational course for aspiring physicians. Accepted students will learn from leaders in medicine and gain hands-on experience in:
- Medical school application, interview preparation, and participate in physician lectures
- The operating room and clinical shadowing
- Medical ethics and patient interviewing
- In suturing, knot tying, and microscopy labs
- Grand Rounds training and presentations.
- Connection with like-minded peers and leaders, forming a lifetime of mentorship and support
Minimum Requirements:
Scholars are placed in the middle of a busy head and neck practice, where they will shadow a surgeon who will be their mentor and teacher. Students must be available to attend the entire program. If you are unsure of your availability on a weekday afternoon, please contact us.
• Students are expected to be prompt and provide their own transportation.
• Previous medical volunteer experience is not a requirement.
Time Frame: June 9, 2025 – June 27, 2025
Eligibility: Rising Juniors and Rising Seniors
Application:
Applications for OHNI - Summer Scholars are submitted directly to the program by April 12 2024. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Website: https://www.ohnifoundation.com/scholars/
If you would like additional information, please contact mspcoordinator@ohnifoundation.org.
There is no cost for this program.
Salo Manhattan Beach / Salo & Salo Dental
Esthetics and Implantology / Select Dental and Orthodontics
Mentors: Dr. Madelyne Salo and Dr. Dean Salo (Brooke ‘27)
Overview:
Dr. Madelyne Salo is cosmetic dentist and faculty member at NYU School of Dentistry. She operates a cosmetic and general dentistry driven office in Manhattan Beach.
Dr. Dean Salo is an implant specialist that goes between Manhattan Beach, West Hollywood and Torrance.
The interns who are interested in dentistry will be shown all the different fields of dentistry and be given great experiences in all disciplines.
Responsibilities:
Interns will work directly with the doctors to assist and learn as much as possible about dentistry ranging from: veneers, bondings, cosmetic and therapeutic botox, cosmetic fillers, general dentistry, implants, extractions, surgical procedures etc. Interns are welcome to do as much or as little as they are interested in.
Interns are also welcome to accompany Dr. Madelyne in community outreach in the Manhattan Beach/South Bay areas.
Time Frame:
Flexible. The offices are open Monday - Friday 9-5
# of Positions: 2-3
Eligibility: Rising Juniors and Seniors
Southern California Reproductive CenterInfertility Training
Mentors: Dr. Carolyn Alexander (Class of ‘82)
Overview:
The student will have an opportunity to learn about reproductive endocrinology. We see patients facing infertility for many reasons, including endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome, fibroids, like sperm concentration, and genetic mutations. The student will observe gynecological surgeries in the operating room and embryo transfers. They will better understand the menstrual cycle and physiology.
Responsibilities:
Interns may be asked to help take some notes, but Dr. Alexander will oversee everything. They may be asked to do a PubMed search on specific medications that either partner is taking. Some male partners are taking medications for Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis, and we do detailed searches.
Time Frame: June- August
# of Positions: 1
Eligibility: Rising Juniors and Seniors
UCLA CASIT Robotic Surgery
Mentors: Dr. Peyman Benharash, Dr. Areti Tillou, Cianna Miller
Overview:
The UCLA Center for Advanced Surgical and Interventional Technology (CASIT) provides training in robotic and imaging technology for physicians caring for patients with complex conditions. CASIT also has a large education and simulation training mission in addition to a diverse research component.
Responsibilities:
Interns will work with CASIT faculty and staff assisting in training sessions and summer programming for high school students. They will have an opportunity to learn and practice hands on surgical skills such as suturing, laparoscopic, and robotic technical skills.
Requi rements:
16 and older
Interest and aptitude in science and biology.
Time Frame: June 9 – July 11, 2025.
# of Positions: 2
Eligibility: Rising Juniors and Seniors
UCLA Medical School: Advanced Heart Failure, Mechanical Circulatory Support & Heart Transplant Program
Mentors: Dr. Mario Deng, MD and Dr. Galyna Bondar, PhD
Overview:
Dr. Deng is a Professor of Medicine in the Advanced Heart Failure/Mechanical Support/Heart Transplant center at UCLA. Dr. Deng is the co-inventor of the first diagnostic leukocyte gene expression profiling biomarker test in transplantation medicine, AllomapTM, that gained FDA clearance and international guideline acceptance to rule-out heart transplant rejection without invasive endomyocardial biopsies. Dr. Deng maintains a core position at the intersection between clinical cardiology and bench-to-bedside translational research. The Deng lab, under the guidance of Dr. Mario Deng and lab manager Dr. Galyna Bondar, is now focusing on developing a genomic blood test to better predict outcomes in patients with various forms of heart failure (MyLeukoMAPTM). The lab is also working on a Long COVID outcome prediction algorithm in an NIH-NIAID-funded multicenter study and on an Immune Fitness test to predict outcomes in heart failure and Long COVID patients. Linking systems biology back into the clinical framework of a humanistically sound high–tech modern medicine encounter is reflected in Dr. Deng’s most
recent research collaboration with Prof. Federica Raia (UCLA DGSOM and GSEIS) in the “Relational Medicine” project and “The Science in the Making” project.
Responsibilities:
Working in Dr. Deng’s lab with many of his colleagues, including UCLA undergraduates, medical students, physicians and postdoctoral fellows. This multifaceted team is looking for curious and initiative-taking students who want to engage and contribute to the projects.
Requirements:
Participants must be 16 years old, have a proven track record in science, math and humanities, along with a great deal of self-starting skills. This is not a passive shadowing experience.
Time Frame:
Internship is approximately 4-5 weeks with the possibility of extending into the school year.
# of Positions: 2
Eligibility: Rising Juniors and Rising Seniors
UCLA Medical School Department of Neurosurgery & Pediatric Neurology UCLA Steve Tisch BrainSPORT Program*
UCLA Steve Tisch BrainSPORT Team – Dr. Christopher Giza, Dr. Meeyro Choe, Dr. Kevin Bickart, Yena Andreev, Anne Brown
Overview:
The intern(s) will have the opportunity to learn from a multidisciplinary team that consists of research scientists, clinicians, a nurse practitioner and researchers in the BrainSPORT program. Dr. Christopher Giza leads the UCLA Steve Tisch BrainSPORT Concussion Program. He served as Vice-Chair for the California State Athletic Commission, traveled to Afghanistan in 2011 as a civilian advisor to the Department of Defense and Co-Chaired the American Academy of Neurology’s committee, which developed an evidence-based Practice Guideline for Management of Sports Concussions in 2013. Dr. Giza served as UCLA’s principal investigator for the NCAA/DoD CARE Consortium research project, the largest national longitudinal concussion study of its kind. He is currently a Professor of Pediatric Neurology and Neurosurgery at the David Geffen School of Medicine and Mattel Children’s Hospital, UCLA. The BrainSPORT Team, including Drs. Giza and Choe, are currently working hard on the largest and most comprehensive study of adolescents with persistent post-concussion symptoms. The study is called CARE4Kids: Endophenotypes of Persistent Post Concussion Symptoms and involves neuroimaging, blood sampling, autonomic nervous system testing, and cognitive assessment.
The intern(s) will work directly with BrainSPORT Study staff to enter recruit patients, enter research data, and conduct study protocols. They will have the opportunity to attend weekly Traumatic Brain Injury lab meetings with the BrainSPORT team, gaining valuable insight on the daily operations of clinical research.
Responsibilities:
Assist in research data collection and entry for study participants. Students will work directly with other interns, UCLA undergraduate and graduate medical students who work in the UCLA BrainSPORT program. A culminating project on a research topic of interest will be presented at the end of the internship.
Requirements:
2 strong references from a science teacher and/or counselor
Time Frame:
Dates are TBD and to be agreed upon with the supervisors at BrainSPORT, but interns should expect to be available from early-June to mid-August. Work will likely be three to four halfdays per week, for approximately 16 hours per week.
# of Positions: 2
Eligibility: Rising juniors, with the intent that one may be a mentor for a rising junior next year – please apply especially if you are interested in extending internship into the academic year.
Application: https://www.uclahealth.org/departments/ neurosurgery/brainsport/training/internship
There is no cost for this program.
Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Mathematics (STEAM)
The Bay Foundation
Mentors: Tom Ford, CEO and the Coastal Adaptation Program staff
Overview:
The Bay Foundation (TBF) restores native habitats, improves water quality and coastal resilience, and provides benefits and values for people in the Santa Monica Bay region. TBF hosts an internship program that provides opportunities for students to learn from local experts while engaging in environmental restoration.
Responsibilities:
Interns will be working on restoration projects, which focus on removing invasive plants and engaging the community in hands-on restoration. Through hands-on field experiences, interns can learn about local plants, wildlife, coastal processes and restoration techniques.
Time Frame:
Interns must commit to a minimum of 40 hours, on agreed upon days each week. Completed hours will be documented by the student and verified by a supervisor in an electronic log. Must have in large blocks of time (4-5 hrs at a time) available on one or more mornings per week (Monday-Friday, occasional Saturdays).
# of Positions: 3-4
Eligibility: Rising Juniors and above
CO Architects
Sponsor: Scott Kelsey (Madeleine ‘16)
Mentors: Parini Mehta, Associate Principal; Joe Chase, Ash Gharib and other members of CO Architects
Overview:
CO Architects is an architecture and design firm that specializes in education, healthcare, medical education, and science & technology. They are a collaborative office environment with a staff of 170 accomplished architects, designers, and building specialists, and support professionals who start with an idea for a building and develop it into reality. This summer program will provide you with the opportunity to discover the process of designing and constructing the buildings all around you.
Please check out our website and instagram for more information about our firm!
Responsibilities:
The architecture discovery program at CO Architects is a unique opportunity to work within an architecture practice. The experience will include researching buildings and architects in Los Angeles, learning about the design process, analyzing building materials, and honing graphic and presentation skills. You will be asked to design and develop your own individual project with the help of the CO Architects team.
Time Frame:
June 10-July 3 - Tues, Wed, Thurs 10am-3pm
Location:
The summer program will be in-person in our brand new office located in the heart of Los Angeles. Students must provide their own transportation to the office. Parking will be provided.
5750 Wilshire Boulevard
Los Angeles, California 90036
# of Positions: 2
Eligibility: Rising Seniors
Girls Who Code Summer Immersion Program*
Mentors: Girls Who Code Staff and Trainers
Overview:
In the 2-week Summer Immersion Program (SIP), high school students attend live, virtual classes sponsored by industryleading companies like MetLife, Bank of America, Logitech and Synchrony. SIP students will dive into the tech world and game design, covering beginner to intermediate CS concepts, the step-by-step design process, and the basics of UX design. In addition to a completely free program, we offer grants up to $300 and tech support for qualifying students.
• Round 1: July 7 - July 18, 2025
• Round 2: July 28- August 8, 2025
The 6-week flexible computer science course is for currently eligible 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students.
• The 6-week self-paced program consists of independent study, weekly advisement sessions, and real-world projects. Self-Paced Program courses begin June 30 and run until August 8, 2025.
Eligibility: Rising Sophomores and above
Girls Who Code Application Link
Application is Due: Applications for Girls Who Code are submitted directly to the program by Friday March 22
There is no cost for this program.
The Lundquist Institute High School Summer Fellowship*
Mentors: The Lundquist Institute Investigators
Overview:
Established in 1978, The Lundquist Institue Summer Fellowship Program is designed to encourage high school juniors and graduating high school seniors to explore careers in the field of biomedical science. Students in the program will:
• Spend eight weeks participating in hands-on training with our world-renowned faculty.
• Participate in study groups in a mentored research project, culminating in the presentation at the end of the program to peers, family, and research community during the final week of the program, and receive Certificates of Achievement
Requirements:
Students will be selected on the basis of merit. In order to be eligible for consideration, a student must possess these qualities:
• Current enrollment in high school in the United States.
• Current enrollment as a high school sophomore graduating in 2027, or a high school junior graduating in 2026.
• Demonstrated outstanding general academic achievement with particular focus on science coursework.
• Ability to participate in all program activities as required during the eight-week period (June 16, 2025, through August 8, 2025, generally from 8 AM to 5 PM)
Time Frame:
June 16 - Aug. 8
Eligibility: Rising and graduating Seniors
Application:
Applications for The Lundquist Institute Summer Fellowship Program are submitted directly to the program by April 16.
Website: lundquist.org/hssfp
There is no cost for this program.
Skye Biologics
Mentor: Christopher Sharp (Emily ‘26) - CEO & Founder
Overview:
Skye Biologics is a cutting-edge biotech company committed to unlocking the therapeutic potential of human biology. Specializing in treating patients with damaged tissues, injuries, trauma, and degenerative diseases, we harness innovative science to develop breakthrough therapeutics that optimize the body’s natural repair process, leading to advanced, scar-free healing.
Requirements:
Interest in business and biotechnology. Willing to learn on the job
Time Frame:
TBD
# of Positions: 2-4
Eligibility: Rising Juniors and Seniors
UCLA Ecology and Conservation Summer Research
Mentor: Dr. Dave Daversa
Overview:
This summer internship will provide first-hand experience in UCLA research on the urban ecology of wild animals. Students will participate in surveys and field experiments with western fence lizards (Sceloporus occidentalis), as part of ongoing research on how these animals adjust to urban habitat. Participants will come away with a familiarity of the academic research process, skills in the capture and handling of wild animals, and an enhanced appreciation for urban biodiversity in Los Angeles.
For those interested in field biology, ecology, and/or wildlife conservation, this internship is a great option. Dave Daversa is a researcher and lecturer at UCLA. His research examines how wild animal populations respond to different forms of stress, including infectious disease and human disturbance. He is currently a research fellow with the Wild Animal Initiative and is helping the organization develop more comprehensive measures of health and stress in wild animals. He also teaches Ecology and Marine Science at UCLA.
Responsibilities:
Interns will carry out the following activities during the summer internship:
1) Receive training in field survey and sampling methods relevant to the mentor’s ongoing research with fence lizards.
2) Assist with an outdoor field experiment testing the effects of urbanization on lizard health and survival
3) Facilitate the general care of lizards involved in the experiments (feeding, cleaning cages, welfare checks)
4) Design an execute a research side-project on the topic of lizard ecology
5) Write a brief report on their research experience
Requirements:
The most essential requirements are enthusiasm, curiosity, and a sense of enjoyment in working outside. This position involves extensive time outdoors and direct handling of wild lizards (they are NOT poisonous or otherwise harmful!). At a minimum, students must be comfortable with (a) working outside for multiple hours at a time and (b) working with undomesticated animals.
Work will occur at two sites: the UCLA Westwood campus and the Stunt Ranch Reserve, in Calabasas. Students will be expected to arrange their own transport to/from the UCLA campus. The mentor can provide transport to Stunt Ranch from UCLA if needed.
Like humans, fence lizards have their routines. They are active when the sun is out and the temperatures are warm. Work will therefore occur mostly between 9am-5pm.
We ask for two days/week of availability during these times.
Time Frame: TBD
# of Positions: 2
Eligibility: Rising Juniors and Seniors
Law & Finance
Abir, Cohen, Treyzon & Salo, LLC
Mentor: Renata Salo (Brooke ‘27), founding partner (Brooke ‘27)
Overview:
This position will provide the intern with an opportunity to experience working in a law firm with an emphasis on litigation and trial experience: Civil Litigation that will range from medical malpractice, products liability, catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death. An intern(s) will have the opportunity to work on cases that are going to trial, possibly attend hearings (whether in person or on Zoom), and file documents with the civil court. The intern(s) will also be able to attend and watch depositions, mediations and focus groups on current litigation cases in the firm.
Responsibilities:
Intern(s) may be asked to perform other tasks such as entering information of clients files, summary of appearances attended, and other support tasks that will be related to civil litigation.
Requirements:
Must be 16 years old and over.
Time Frame:
One to two days per week, Monday to Friday (as intern requests)
# of Positions: 2
Eligibility: Rising Seniors
BMO Wealth Management Summer Internship
Mentor: Sandi Conry, Director of Talent Development Programs
Overview:
BMO’s US Wealth Management Pathways (High School Internship Program) offers graduating/rising seniors the experience to learn and work alongside our talented Wealth Management professionals and leaders, which will set a solid foundation for a future career within Wealth Management.
Responsibilities:
During this energizing 10-week program, our internship program is designed for three primary purposes: (1) support a local wealth management team working on various projects, tasks, and learning about the banking industry, (2) network with wealth management professionals, learning about their careers and the career track that may be available to you, and (3) learning how to deal with ambiguity while fine-tuning your professional skills and getting exposure into the banking industry.
Requirements:
Minimum of 16 years of age. In good academic standing (e.g., minimum 3.0 GPA). Clear BMO’s background check process. Have a desire and passion to learn about the banking industry.
Time Frame:
June 2 – August 8
# of Positions: 2
Eligibility: Risiong Seniors
Good Gustafson Aumais, LLP
Mentor: Christopher Good (Scarlet ‘26), partner
Overview:
From business litigation and transactional work to personal injury and mass tort litigation, it is the hope of the firm that the intern will be able to see what it truly means to be a practicing lawyer. No, this will not be like an episode of Suits. However, the intern will have the opportunity to be exposed to the courtroom, hopefully meet various judges throughout Los Angeles and sit in on depositions and hearings along with getting some exposure to the “work” side of the law by drafting and reviewing various documents.
Responsibilities:
The main responsibility is to be engaged and curious.
Time Frame:
One to two days per week, Monday to Friday (as intern requests and dependent on events to attend)
# of Positions: 1
Eligibility: Risiong Seniors
Los Angeles Superior Court Torrance
Mentor: Judge Eric Taylor (Haley ‘15), Efrain Ruiz
Overview:
The purpose of this position is to provide an opportunity to gain experience working in an office environment and to learn about judicial court functions by performing a variety of administrative support tasks related to the program area. The work typically is performed under the close supervision of a regular permanent Court employee. The position will be complimented by virtual programming being offered court system wide.
Responsibilities:
Under direct and indirect supervision, volunteers perform basic clerical and office support duties, while learning courtroom and administrative policies and practices. They will carry out these duties while receiving practical work experience and skill development opportunities, learning about court procedures by sitting in during various court proceedings, and observing operations functions during various meetings and activities with court leadership.
Requirements:
Must be at least 16 years old.
Time Frame:
Likely June 2 - August 1 Monday to Friday - 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. To complete 40+ hours
# of Positions: 2
Epsteen and Associates
Mentor: Jason Gordon (Ava ‘26), President/Owner of Epsteen & Associates
Overview:
Epsteen & Associates is a Commercial Retail Real Estate Company that specializes in tenant and landlord representation in Southern California. The Epsteen team provides a strategic partnership with our clients that drives results whether it is securing the best location for a tenant or targeting the best concepts for a specific property. Our team has been working with premier national, regional, and local tenants and landlords for 65+ years. Epsteen & Associates is the founding member of ChainLinks Retail Advisors, the largest retail only firm in the United States. Epsteen & Associates is looking for a Retail Real Estate Intern to work closely on both tenant and landlord projects with their mentor. The projects will enhance the intern’s knowledge of key location factors, techniques and tools required to analyze retail real estate. They will gain experience with GIS tools used to support property evaluations for clients, providing identification and research on new concepts entering the Southern California market and marketing of existing properties.
Responsibilities:
The intern collaborates with Jason Gordon on marketing and leasing activities related to our current property portfolio. Engaging in research tasks for Landlord Services, which encompasses the representation of shopping centers, including storefront retail and freestanding buildings, the intern actively contributes to the marketing and leasing efforts for our existing properties.
Additionally, the intern will conduct extensive outreach for our Tenant Services, making numerous phone calls to property owners, including those of drive-ins, drug stores, and other retail chains. The primary objective is to determine the availability of these locations, with the aim of backfilling them for our existing clients or assessing whether these owners require landlord representation assistance.
The intern’s responsibilities also extend to projects such as canvassing, market research, and researching potential new clients.
Requi rements:
The intern(s) would be required to work in our office MondayFriday. The intern should be familiar with Microsoft products (Word and Excel), google docs and basic internet research. Individuals should also be comfortable with making initial phone contact with property owners.
Time Frame:
Commencing the beginning of June for an anticipated 2–3-week commitment.
# of Positions: 1-2
Eligibility: Rising Seniors
Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles
Mentor: Theresa Edy-Kiene (Olivia ‘17, Isabella ‘19, Clara ‘22), CEO
Overview:
Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles (GSGLA), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, serves nearly 47,000 girls in partnership with 25,000 adult members and volunteers throughout the communities of Los Angeles County and parts of Kern, San Bernardino, and Ventura counties. GSGLA is the largest girl-serving nonprofit agency in Los Angeles, with programs in entrepreneurship, life skills, outdoor, and STE(A)M.
Responsibilities:
Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles seeks an Intern for the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) interested in learning how to mentor, lead and ensure progress for a large non-profit organization with a global reputation and high level of visibility. The position will allow the Intern to observe and potentially influence multiple current projects interdepartmentally. The Intern will develop a specific project of their own design to be presented to the CEO for consideration and possible implementation.
Time Frame:
TBD
# of Positions: 1
Eligibility: Rising Juniors and up
Heyler Realty - Boutique Residential Real Estate
Mentor: Sean McMillan (Juliet ‘21) and Business partner Jae Wu
Overview:
Learn the reality of the residential real estate business. A grassroot community based company, the firm helps our clients buy and sell residential primary, secondary and investment properties. Learn how to: analyze property values; prepare, understand and review contracts; and about negotiations; community involvement; marketing; canvassing; market research for opportunities There is a strong focus on mentorship and helping women learn about the industry. Website: www.heylerrealty.com
Responsibilities:
Ideally possessing an ability to advise and guide with regards to social media, op-ed marketing pieces (Canva type programs)
Requirements:
Open minded, inquisitive, proactive energy and focused.NOTE not all a requirement, but helpful.
Professional dress please (business casual)
Time Frame:
Summer months - likely 8 - 10 hours weekly - days and hours to be determined - although with projects we are flexible in supporting time windows most conducive towards productivity
# of Positions: To be determined - open to as many as 6
Eligibility: Risiong Seniors preferred
Monique Owen Travel
Mentor: Monique Owen (Vivienne ’28)
Overview:
Monique Owen is the owner of this luxury travel consultancy that provides bespoke travel planning services to private clients.
Responsibilities:
- Observe day to day operations of running a travel business
- Attend client meetings
- Assist in the development of luxury travel itineraries and reconfirm plans for our busy summer travel desk
- Attend marketing and development meetings with hoteliers from around the world
- Assist with a review of our dining recommendations for frequently booked international cities like Paris, Rome and London.
Requi rements:
A passion for travel and a keen eye for detail.
Time Frame:
Work hours and dates are flexible based on the students’ summer commitments. Ideally they will be undertaking personal summer travel and can use that as a field trip experience. A total of 40 – 50 hours will be anticipated.
# of Positions: 1
Eligibility: Rising Juniors and Seniors
Peridot Consulting | Hospitality Public Relations & Marketing
Mentor: Joy Limanon Anaya (Zoe ’24), Founder/Publicist
Overview:
Peridot is a public relations and marketing consultancy that specializes in the restaurant and hospitality industry. Peridot works collaboratively with chefs and restaurants to identify growth opportunities through media outreach and management, marketing strategy, social media and branding activities, as well as operational analysis. Acting as an extension of the client, Peridot builds and enhances relationships through clear communications, acting as an engaging advocate and storyteller. Peridot is regarded for its long track record of building brand value and growth for its clients.
Peridot is looking for an integrated marketing and communications summer intern. The company would welcome interested students to assist with research; sit in on strategy sessions and contribute ideas; cold pitch to media; and participate in photo shoots, among other things. This would be an opportunity to get an insider’s glimpse into the world of hospitality - learning about day-to-day operations of restaurants and how they translate into guest experience, as well as the art of being able to communicate that story to media and the public, and sometimes investors. Interns will be assigned a “project” with specific tasks, with the goal of achieving measurable outcomes by the end of the internship.
Responsibilities:
• Research assigned client(s) for background knowledge; including some competitive research
• Work with Peridot to ideate a strategy for the summer, based on client goals/needs
• Outline strategy to include proposed pr/marketing goals, timelines, and measurements for success
• Case study - report findings: successes, failures, and notes for best practices for future consideration
Requi rements:
• Interest in hospitality, food & restaurants
• Interest in social media
• Interest in graphics design
• Strong writing skills, and penchant for storytelling
• Ability to drive and provide own transportation
• Commitment to an agreed upon schedule and the ability to be adaptable if a new opportunity or task comes up
Time Frame:
June-August (40+ hours overall)
# of Positions: 1-2
Eligibility: Rising Seniors
System1 Product Management/Marketing Internship
Mentor: Chuck Ursini (Emilia ‘26 , Evelyn ‘28), Co-Founder, President & COO, Alex Noss Sr. Product Mgr., Avi Raju Head of Product, Tamara Newman Sr. Growth Marketing Manager
Overview:
Learn the process and skills for product management, focusing on AI skill development and integration with consumer marketing.
Responsibilities:
Project definement and complete workflow necessary from inception to marketing of customers
Requirements:
Familiarity of ChatGPT and Claude and desire to understand product development/management and marketing. Creative mind and familiarity with excel and Google sheets.
Time Frame:
3x week for 5 hours for approx. 3 weeks
# of Positions: 4-5
Eligibility: Rising Juniors and Seniors
UCLA Anderson School of Management, Venture Accelerator
Sponsor: Elaine Hagan - Executive Director, Price Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Mentor: Claire Marsden ‘18
Overview:
The Venture Accelerator runs cohort-based programs for earlystage startups. Founders include MBA students, UCLA alumni, and members of the LA startup community. The summer Activate Program helps first-time founders validate their ideas, identify customers, and test product-market fit. Around 40 founders join each summer for workshops and networking. The Accelerator also supports two other programs during the school year.
Responsibilities:
Support the Accelerator team in preparing for events and workshop preparation. Tasks involve maintaining the space, tracking merchandise and supplies, and creating social media content. The role also includes gathering data on founders and conducting interviews with participants and speakers.
Requirements:
Ideal candidates have an interest in entrepreneurship, communications, or social media. The role requires organizational skills, the ability to multitask and engage confidently with founders, speakers, and guests. Reliability and commitment to a set schedule are important. Most work will be in person. This is a paid position.
Time Frame:
Start date: any time between mid-June and early July. The internship can extend through July or August, to be determined based on the student’s schedule
# of Positions: 1
Eligibility: Rising Sophomore and above
Social Sciences
The Case Against Political Parties - Research Assistant
Mentor: Dr. Christopher Baylor
Overview:
Dr. Baylor is writing a book manuscript: The Case Against Political Parties , which examines the role and impact of political parties in modern democracy. He would like help editing content for the project. Interns will:
-Suggest changes for readability
-Monitor for grammatical errors
-Change citations to the correct format
Since the book is aimed at students without much of a background in political science, the research assistants will identify passages where additional background information or context may be helpful.
Responsibilities:
• Proofread the manuscript for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and overall readability.
• Correct citations and references to conform to the proper academic style.
• Provide feedback on areas where additional background knowledge or explanation is required for clarity.
• Meet deadlines and respond to emails.
Requirements:
Participation in A.P. U.S. History and/or A.P. U.S. Government
Time Frame: June-August
# of Positions: 2-3
Eligibility: Rising Seniors
Loyola Marymount University Center for Catholic Education
Mentor: Kara Lemma, PhD, Senior Researcher
Overview:
The Center for Catholic Education (CCE) brings together a broad range of programs to strengthen and advance PK12 education. The CCE provides solutions to some of the challenges facing Catholic education in Los Angeles and across the nation. The CCE is offering a “hands-on” research experience for students based on exploring questions related to Catholic education. Under the direction of the CCE mentor, students will learn the basics of PhD level research and acquire the skills to sharpen their critical thinking abilities. At the same time, they will have a better understanding of how research units function within a university setting.
Responsibilities:
• 1.5 hour weekly meeting with mentor
• Individual research / assigned reading
• Attend 2-3 in-person shadow meetings or occasional zoom sessions
Requirements:
• An interest in learning more about quantitative / qualitative research
• The ability to take risks and share opinions
• A curiosity / passion for advancing the mission of Catholic schools
• The ability to work independently
Time Frame: June-August
# of Positions: 2
Eligibility: Rising Seniors
Marymount High School Alumnae Relations & Constituent Events
Mentor: Hillary Brademan Del Regno ‘90
Overview:
The alumnae relations department of Marymount seeks to engage alumnae, as well as their parents, across all years to maintain a relationship with their alma mater through events and other avenues. The constituent events department works to involve current parents in activities that promote a bond with one another that continues beyond their four years at Marymount, as well as include them in activities to share with their student(s).
The internship would be ideal for a student looking to go into events planning, or even non-profit work, or fundraising.
Responsibilities:
• Brainstorm and create invitation prototypes for reunion; selecting photos from yearbooks to use in the invitations; creating a festive, yet “on brand” invitation design and verbiage; researching printing costs for invites.
• Collaborate to identify and obtain all materials for the next years’ worth of events – currently at a count of over 30.
• Scanning of yearbooks so photos can be used at upcoming reunions.
• Compiling email and mailing lists from the database manager for invitations.
• Sailor Surplus: inventory, readying for orientation sales, creating new products with outside vendors.
• Research ideas for new gifts that can be sent in the college freshman care packets (for example, we have been sending
stylus pens and I would like a different product to send this year); they need to be cost effective, be able to be mailed in flat envelopes that are not padded for a minimal cost.
• Alumnae outreach to request current contact information and request “class notes” and other life updates, such as marriages, births, etc. Compiling and editing “class notes” and updates for M Magazine publication.
• Submitting contact information to the database manager.
• Identifying ways to encourage students to be in dress uniform on days required as many of these events and assemblies are used for photographs in marketing and M Magazine.
Requi rements:
There is a lot of creativity and fun in this type of job, but also a lot of work that can be tedious. Ideal intern would be detailoriented (for example - must be willing to check, double check, triple check certain work); have excellent writing skills, or eagerness to learn and take instruction in regard to writing style; is able to work alone and with others.
Furthermore, understanding that events cater to “customers” and therefore not all ideas will be suitable; any notes should not be taken personally.
Graphic design skills.
Physical “labor”. This job requires moving around and carrying supplies.
Time Frame:
TBD
# of Positions: 1
Eligibility: Rising Sophomores and Above
Peace Over
Violance -Youth Over Violence Internship Program*
Mentor: Floyd Jeffries III - Violence Prevention Educator
Overview:
The Youth Over Violence Leadership Institute is for youth who are committed to building and making powerful social change through awareness, advocacy and violence prevention strategies.
Responsibilities:
The program empowers youth between the ages of 1419 by educating them on healthy relationships, promoting awareness of teen dating violence, and enhancing community organizing skills. After the summer, students will go back to school as leaders of campus-based violence prevention clubs, and become mentors to other students, identifying and cultivating the next generation of leaders. The Institute utilizes a combination of educational sessions, trauma-informed activities, field trips, and internship projects.
Requirements:
Students must apply via theYouth Over Violence applicationhttps://www.peaceoverviolence.org/youth-institute-app-2025 Applications Due April 25
Time Frame:
June 17 - July 10, Tuesdays - Thursdays from 10am - 3pm June 27 - Field Trip Day
All sessions will be held in-person at POV Metro HQ: 1541 Wilshire Blvd 3rd Fl Los Angeles, CA 90017
Eligibility: Rising Sophomores and above
There is no cost for this program.
Arts & Entertainment
Amazing Grace Design
Mentors: Debra Parr, Michol Roberts ’02, Damaris Eison
Overview:
Ms. Parr and Ms. Roberts will guide you through a 7-week internship program in Events and Interior Design. We are a full-service event planning, interior design and creative arts studio based in Santa Monica. There are 4 people that work daily on different events and in different stages of design. We are involved in all kinds of projects starting from new construction, to light remodels and full interior design projects. We also plan weddings, birthdays and mitzvahs. In the past we have planned events for the Los Angeles Ballet, Cultivate LA, and after parties for the Grammys. Many of our clients are high profile so it may be necessary to sign an NDA.
Responsibilities:
The internship at AGD is a unique opportunity to participate in the day to day workings of a small but very busy event and interior design company. Your day to day for interior design could include, shopping for accessories, getting pricing for fabrics and tiles, site visits, putting together style guides and organizing design files. Your day to day for events could include, choosing décor, looking over contracts, reviewing rental orders, reviewing catering menus and helping create timelines.
Requirements:
Must have a car and drivers license.
Time Frame:
7 weeks. May 27 – July 9
Tuesday and Wednesday 2 days a week 11 am to 2 pm - total 6 hours a week
# of Positions: 1
Eligibility: Rising Juniors and Rising Seniors
Experimentally Structured Museum of Art (ESMoA)*
Mentors: ESMoA Staff and Artists in Residence
Overview:
It is ESMoA’s mission to act as a catalyst for creative thinking in the South Bay and greater Los Angeles area with a focus on experimental exhibitions, community engagement, and arts education.
Defined as an Experimental Museum rather than a traditional one, ESMoA is a provocative, fresh, and agile partner in the community, seeking to recalibrate rules of understanding, knowing, and doing through the arts.
Responsibilities:
There are many ways you can help us, from welcoming visitors during open hours, to assisting artists and educators in a variety of ESMoA adult and family programs, to working with K-12 students in ESMoA’s school programs.
Requirements:
• Passionate about working with people
• Enthusiastic about working with original works of art
• Open to attending orientations and training
• Committed to ESMoA’s mission to reimagine creativity
Time Frame:
All summer, can continue into the school year
Eligibility: 16 years and above
Application: https://esmoa.org/support/volunteer/
There is no cost for this program.
Girls’ Voices Now*
Mentors: Women’s Voices Now Team
Overview:
Our youth development program empowers the next generation of youth from under-resourced communities to find, develop, and use their voice for social change through filmmaking.
- A free, intensive summer film program to train in the technical and practical art of documentary filmmaking.
- Free, year-round engagement and creative learning about feminism, social change, and filmmaking.
- Personal, academic, and professional development, surrounded by supportive, like-minded peers and mentors, while having fun!
Responsibilities:
• Make a short documentary film!
• Build confidence in yourself & your ability to use your voice for social change
• Participate in essential conversations about women’s rights and gender equality
• Make new friends and build lasting relationships with mentors
Requirements:
Live in Los Angeles County
No prior filmmakeing experience necessary
Apply via the Girls’ Voices Now application - https://docs. google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScawG6OtSzRZJemYpE4Yqd2f hFTeXvmErvkRU8ydog_-OplaQ/viewform
Time Frame:
Program Dates: July 7-August 1 (Monday-Friday: 9:30am-3pm)
Location: Mount Saint Mary’s University (Doheny Campus, near DTLA/USC)
There is no cost for this program.
The Gotham Group
Mentors: Ellen Goldsmith-Vein (Caroline '18) and Kate Dickinson, Intern Coordinator
Overview:
The Gotham Group’s practice encompasses all aspects of writing and directing, whether it be film, television, publishing, journalism, or content creation.
Beginning with Tony DiTerlizzi’s award-winning family adventure THE SPIDERWICK CHRONICLES, which Gotham produced for Paramount in 2008, the Gotham Group has sought out visually stunning and compelling stories that strive to entertain audiences worldwide. In the YA space, the Gotham Group produced the MAZE RUNNER trilogy for 20th Century Fox, based on James Dashner’s New York Times #1 bestselling novels. The first movie in the series was released in 2014, and the series has made over $1 billion worldwide. On the prestige drama front, Gotham produced the father/son road trip film KODACHROME, which stars Ed Harris, Jason Sudeikis, and Elizabeth Olsen. KODACHROME is based on a New York Times article by A.G. Sulzberger, and premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival, where it was acquired for distribution by Netflix, who released the film to rave reviews in April 2018.
More recently, Gotham produced the movie adaptation of Jerry Spinelli’s STARGIRL, which is one of the most beloved and acclaimed YA novels, with over a million copies in print worldwide. STARGIRL was one of the first original productions for Walt Disney Studios’ new streaming platform, Disney+. Gotham also recently produced the Netflix movie ALL TOGETHER NOW, based on the novel SORTA LIKE A ROCKSTAR by Matthew Quick, STARGIRL 2 for Disney+, MY BEST FRIEND’S EXORCISM for Amazon and WENDELL & WILD for Netflix. Gotham is about to start production on DELIVER ME FROM NOWHERE for 20th. A biopic of Bruce Springsteen, the film was written and will be directed by Scott Cooper (“Crazy Heart”). Jeremy Allen White and Jeremy Strong are starring.
Responsibilities:
Interns must be available to work remotely and/or onsite a minimum of two days a week. Interns will learn to write coverage, research projects, attend production and staff
meetings, as well as pitch meetings with our clients. With many managers and assistants coming from internal promotions, Gotham looks to allow eager interns to learn and grow in the business with such opportunities as entertainment industry speaker meetings and assistant/ manager shadowing.
Requirements:
Interest in books, animation, live action film and television. Must be a self-starter and eager to participate in a team environment.
Time Frame:
June 2024 – mid-August 2024
# of Positions: 5
Eligibility: Rising Juniors and Rising Seniors
Laurie Sefton Creates
Mentors: Laurie Sefton (Reiley ‘15)
Overview:
Laurie Sefton is the Founder, Artistic Director and resident choreographer of Laurie Sefton Creates a 501(c)(3) (nonprofit) Los Angeles based dance company. We are committed to creating, producing and directing dance that has an impact on its viewer. We are dedicated to being a part of the Los Angeles art scene, contributing to the city through performances of original work, collaborating with LA based artists and familiarizing new viewers to the world of dance.
We create and present issue-based, emotional performance and accessible work for a global audience.
We uphold the following core values:
- Art — Inspire appreciation for dance through artistically excellent, relevant programming
-Issue-Based – Utilize dance as a medium to address, examine, and discuss universal questions, emotions, and conditions of humanity
-Collaboration — Provide a space where the world’s most compelling artists, designers, composers, and creative technologists collaboratively pursue innovation
- Accessibility / Diversity — Connect with individuals across all geographic, social, and cultural boundaries through the universal power of movement
- Global — Serve as a leader in the international dialogue around dance
Responsibilities:
Interns will work side-by-side (virtually) with the company Director and the Associate Director of Operations. A good deal of this internship will be independent work with supervision by the staff. Internship duties and activities might involve, but are not limited to, one or more of the following areas:
-Fundraising: Work with Director, Associate Director of
Operations and Guild on special events, online fundraising campaigns.
-Public Relations/Marketing: Communication and development of a social media campaign including multiple platforms, and working directly with the Artistic Director in the development and implementation of social media strategy. Duties will include editing video and photos and preprograming social media posts.
-Administration: Assist in Administrative tasks such as upkeep of the CRM database, website maintenance, presenter research.
Requirements:
Candidates must be a self-starter, pay attention to detail, and have knowledge of various social media outlets such as Facebook, and Instagram. Knowledge of photography, videography, graphic design, and video editing are required.
Time Frame:
6/5-7/28 (weekly meetings required) Intern may not miss any weekly meetings.
# of Positions: 1
Eligibility: Rising Juniors and Rising Seniors
APPLY FOR A SAILL INTERNSHIP
If you wish to become a candidate for one of the internship opportunities described in this brochure:
• Click here to access the online application (Please note, our collaborative programs will have their own application, as specified in the brochure. You must still notify Mr. Petrone once you submit your application).
• Review internship choices & rank up to five different choices.
• Deadline to submit applications: Tuesday, March 18, 2025 by 3:00 p.m. (PST).
• Wait for notification of interview and complete if selected.
• Notification of placements will begin Friday, March 21, 2025
To be eligible to apply for many of the internships, students must be 16 years of age (as of June 1, 2025) and a rising 11th or 12th grader at Marymount High School, although some opportunities are available to rising Sophomores. See brochure for details.
Additional Requirements:
Attendance at one of the folowing information meetings in the Front Parlor is mandatory.
Office Hours
Tuesday, March 11
Lunch Block
Thursday, March 13
Those accepted must also attend an orientation in May (date and time TBD)