High School Internship Program (HSIP)

The John Glenn High School Internship Program applications are evaluated based on the following criteria:

• Senior standing in a Central Ohio public or non-public high school
• Maturity and professionalism required to complete a college-level internship

**In order to participate students must be admitted to the Ohio State Academy prior to applying.** 

To be considered for the program, you must complete both the High School Internship Program Application and be enrolled in Ohio State Academy Program (Ohio State CCP). 

First: complete the academy application. 

• Find details on the Ohio State Academy application.
• This application will require paperwork from your high school. Review requirements carefully and discuss with your school counselor. 
• Questions? Email: esue-academy@osu.edu

Next: Fill out the HSIP program application. 

You will need to provide:

• A resume (one page) that outlines your prior work, volunteer, extracurricular experience and other relevant information and accomplishments 
• A one- to two-page (double-spaced) personal statement that outlines your interest in public service and reasons for applying to HSIP
• Specific policy and site interests 

Deadlines:

•   Autumn semester  2025 – Check back on March 1st 

Any questions on the HSIP application can be emailed to glenn-hsip@osu.edu.

Where can I find the Ohio State Academy (CCP) Program application?  All information regarding the Ohio State Academy Program application can be found on the Ohio State Academy website. 

I don’t live near Columbus but am an Ohio high school student. Can I still apply for the program?  You may discuss your specific circumstances with the program coordinator, however as both classes and internships are held in and around Franklin County, the primary audience is those from Central Ohio. 

I am interested but am not a senior in high school. Can I apply?  Individuals can participate in HSIP, during the fall (OSU Autumn semester) of their senior year of high school. Interested juniors are encouraged enroll in the Ohio State Academy Program prior to their participation in HSIP and to check out the John Glenn College of Public Affairs Democracy Camp as well. You cannot participate after you graduate high school. 

Do I have to have taken the ACT/SAT to be considered for admission to the Ohio State Academy or to HSIP?  You do not have to have taken either standardized test to participate in the program at this time. Applications are reviewed holistically. In the HSIP application just put 0 or NA in those application questions.

Do I have to be admitted to the Ohio State Academy before I apply to HSIP?  Yes, please note to participate in HSIP you must be admitted to the OSU academy. 

Will applying to HSIP help my Ohio State Academy application? No. The application for the Ohio State Academy is a separate process, and HSIP is an opportunity that you may take advantage of if you are admitted.  

What happens if I am not admitted to the academy? Can I still participate in HSIP? Unfortunately it is not possible to participate in HSIP if you are not admitted to the Ohio State Academy.  If that occurs, however, we encourage you to also consider participating in John Glenn College of Public Affairs Democracy Camp. 

Are the classes and internships in-person or remote?  The classes and internships that are associated with the program are primarily held in-person. 

What is the time commitment for the program?  The HSIP program involves both internship and coursework averaging 15 to 20 hours each week during the semester.

Do I have to take Public Affairs 2110 the same semester as my internship? Students completing an internship in the fall / autumn, can take 2110 in the summer or fall. To better manage schedules, most students should consider the summer session of 2110.

What do the classes associated with the HSIP program entail?  Public Affairs 1191 is the course that the internship is associated with, and provides professional development and cohort building, while Public Affairs 2110 provides an academic introduction to public affairs.

Are there any costs associated with the program? Incidental costs associated with the internship program may include daily travel to and from the internship site or campus. A few internship sites offer free parking.

What are the hours for the internship? The exact hours vary from site to site; however, all internships occur during business hours (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and will be between eight to 10 total hours per week. 

Where will the internship sites be located? The location of the internship will vary depending on the site, but will be located in and around Franklin County. 

Will my internship be in-person, remote or hybrid? This will again depend on the site; however, a majority of internships will be in-person. 

I am only interested in a specific organization or type of internship. Am I guaranteed to get that internship? No. All participants in HSIP are guaranteed an internship that gives them exposure to public affairs, but are not guaranteed a specific opportunity. 

Can I secure my own internship? If admitted into the Ohio State Academy Program and HSIP, you are welcome to secure your own internship pending prior approval by the program coordinator. Please note that you are not required to secure your own independent internship. Additionally, already having an internship will not impact consideration for your HSIP application.