The Science, Society and Culture Summer Internship is run by the Simons Foundation’s SSC division in Manhattan. Interns join mentor-led projects within a division that creates ways for people to connect with science.
The official page says the 2026 internship was expected to run from May through mid-August, with applications expected to open early that year. That cycle has passed, and the next cycle’s dates have not been published.
Benefits & funding
- All internships are in person at the Simons Foundation’s Manhattan offices.
- Interns work with an experienced scientist or supervisor on a project aligned with their field of study.
- Housing support near the offices may be available.
- Interns can join social events, lectures, seminars and workshops.
Eligibility
- The current official SSC listing does not publish a degree requirement.
- It states no nationality, residency, age, gender or experience restriction.
- Applicants must be able to participate in person in Manhattan during the published summer window.
Can you apply?
Open to all applicants
No nationality, residency, education, or experience limits are listed.
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Application process
- 1Review the SSC section on the Summer at Simons page for the next cycle’s dates.
- 2Follow the Simons Foundation internship link to its Workday job board when the position opens.
- 3Use the live posting for the required materials and exact closing date, which are not currently published.
Program timeline
Applications were expected to open.
Early 2026
Internship was expected to start.
May 2026
Internship was expected to end.
Mid-August 2026
Not published
Exact application deadline, decisions and next-cycle dates.