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Join an LDL Internship Academy for success in securing an internship! 

Internships are a powerful part of the life design journey—offering students a chance to explore possible paths, build essential skills, and expand their professional networks. From a practical standpoint, they matter: new LinkedIn data shows that interns are nearly 25% more likely to land a full-time job within six months of graduation. Despite their value, a recent Gallup report indicated that 30% of college students report not securing internships simply because they’re too hard to get.  

The LDL Internship Academies are here to change that…

These multifaceted cohort-based programs equip you with the necessary skills and connections necessary to secure and thrive in your summer internship. Whether you are a First Generation, Limited Income (FLI) student, studying biomedical engineering or pursuing a career in tech or on Wall Street, there is a program for you. We invite you to sign-up for one of our four internship academies and become a part of this movement!  

Participation Benefits

Across the unique benefits of our four Internship Academies (i.e., FLI, BME, Tech, and Wall Street), participants of each program will gain: 

  • Highlighted Exposure to summer internship employers 
  • Early Entry to spring career fairs 
  • Access to life design experts for personalized feedback etc.  
  • Personalized Connections with alumni 
  • Skills to ace the application, excel in your interviews, and confidently walk into your internship with the knowledge to be your best

Interested in applying?

Students are able to apply from August 18- September 22, 2025 at 9 a.m. Follow this link for application.

Types of LDL Internship Academies

FLI Internship Academy

In its first year, the FLI Internship Academy (FIA) has already helped over 50 students land internships across various industries, in top organizations like Bloomberg Philanthropies, UMD School of Medicine, Atlassian and more! By the end of the program, you won’t just have internship experience – you’ll have the tools to articulate your story, showcase your skills and turn your experience into a strategic steppingstone for long-term success. 

Designed to close the gaps in access to internships and mentorship opportunities, the FLI Internship Academy offers the support and resources to help you succeed, while opening doors to life-changing possibilities. FLI students make up 29% of Hopkins undergrads — and with 85% of all undergrad students landing at least one internship, the FLI Internship Academy is opening doors early for first-generation and/or, limited-income students to join that success story!” 

  • Priority access to Life Design Intersession Treks, Explore Tours and other programs   
  • Targeted internship hiring initiative(s) with employers who are eager to hire FLI students  
  • 7-week in-person internship training program with expert level Life Design educators  
  • Priority access to summer scholarship funding  
  • Open to all majors and industries of interest 

Throughout the FLI Internship Academy students were spread across the following areas: 

Research Opportunities 

9 students (16%) secured positions in research labs and academic institutions. 

These positions provide valuable experience for those pursuing graduate studies. Companies include: Partials Lab, UT Southwestern, UC Boulder, JHU Departments, BRBT, Doloff Lab, Singh Center 

Professional Internships 

42 students (72%) placed in industry internships across healthcare (e.g., Elak Health, WeKids United, North Pittsburgh Oral Surgery, MIT, Medstar Health, UMD SOM), technology & engineering (e.g., Sciencebridge, Garnett Fleming, Triton Anchor-Arrow, Glionet, Flite, Atlassian), biotech and pharma (e.g., Coaptech, Becton Dickenson), and humanities (e.g., MIMA, WomenforChange, Global Engagement, Baltimore Zoo, Art with a Heart, Afrithrive”) 

Academic Advancement 

3 students (5%) pursuing summer courses to accelerate their academic progress. 

Strategic coursework helps position students for future opportunities. 

Volunteer/ Unpaid Community Work 

4 students (4%) engaged in volunteer or unpaid community-based roles. 

Meaningful opportunities to contribute to local organizations, develop transferable skills, and deepen their understanding of community needs and social impact. 

BME Internship Academy

Johns Hopkins University is the First and Best in Biomedical Discovery. Our biomedical engineering students can outperform the other candidates.  It takes more than technical knowledge, however, to secure top internships. The BME Internship Academy helps students leverage their academics into applied experiences through fostering meaningful connections, promoting clarity of purpose, and helping you connect with future employers through a compelling personal narrative and interview skills.  Open to first-years, sophomores, and juniors studying biomedical engineering. 

  • Monthly Group Coaching Sessions 
  • Industry Insights on How to Stand Out
  • Early Access to Life Design Lab Hiring Events + Career Fairs 
  • Live Networking Opportunities 
  • Exclusive employer opportunities
  • Fulfill Your BME Career Exploration Graduation Requirement  

Tech Internship Academy

Securing an internship at a top tech firm right now demands more than just coding skills— Given that tech firms receive hundreds of applications per role and are placing greater emphasis on quality over volume, aspiring interns should begin applying early, cultivate standout projects or experiential proofs of skill, and tailor their narrative to current market demands. The Tech Internship Academy offers this and more! Open to sophomores and juniors studying computer science or electrical and computer engineering. 

  • Mentorship opportunities 
  • Exclusive internship prep workshops 
  • Expert guidance on how to demonstrate your skills and talent through technical projects 
  • Membership to technical interviewing tool 
  • Exclusive employer opportunities
  • Applicant Highlight in the Spring “Jobs For Jays” hiring initiative

Wall Street Internship Academy

Acceptance rates for the hundreds of thousands of applicants for internships at any one of the top financial firms is about 1%. Strong applicants need to not only demonstrate strong technical, communication, and problem-solving skills, but also have connections in these spaces with a keen understanding of company timelines, expectations, and culture. The Wall Street Internship Academy offers first-year and sophomore JHU students an opportunity to stand out from the pack through early networking opportunities, exposure to top firms, individualized mentorship, and access to technical and behavioral interview preparation. 

  • One-on-One mentorship through the Finance Mentorship Network
  • Membership to “Wall Street Prep” material
  • Exclusive employer opportunities

How does it work?

Over the year, all cohort members will complete sessions covering everything from networking and interviewing skills to industry specific skills and how to overcome imposter syndrome. You will walk away full of confidence and the ability to authentically demonstrate yourself to employers.  

After you complete the sessions, you will have the opportunity to engage in experiential learning allowing you to try out the work and gain some hands-on experience. All cohort members will gain access to being spotlighted during our Spring JobsForJays Hiring Initiative.

Questions?

For any questions regarding the program, please contact the following people:

  • FLI Internship Academy – Aiyana Hamilton: ahamil32@jhu.edu
  • Wall Street Internship Academy – Jess Dress: jharlee2@jhu.edu
  • Tech Internship Academy – Eric Spiegel: espiege1@jh.edu
  • BME Internship Academy – Emily Murphy: emurph52@jh.edu