ENGINEERING INTERNSHIPS
World Scholars Academy engineering internships analyze the latest advances in engineering including; artificial intelligence, frontiers in military weaponry, exotic materials, and nuclear power. On the internship you will work with fellow interns to research and coauthor a pioneering academic paper on your topic with the close support of your mentor, a world-leading expert in the field.
During your internship you will learn advanced research techniques, critically evaluate current academic literature, and conduct original research in your chosen field. Your final paper will be submitted to either our open-access academic journal, World Scholars Review, or another scholarly engineering journal. Internships take place every Saturday or Sunday over four weeks.
Internship programs include:
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A maximum class size of six students to ensure a highly personalized experience
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Individualized feedback and academic guidance
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An official Certificate of Completion
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Co-authored research paper submitted for publication
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Entry into the WSR Best Review Award competition
Upcoming engineering internship opportunities are listed below. Please note that places on World Scholars Academy internship programs are extremely limited and currently listed research topics may not recur.
Internship Details
Recent years have seen an unprecedented surge in cyberattacks targeting everything from personal data to national infrastructure. High-profile cases of ransomware, phishing, and data breaches have not only caused billions in damages but also raised critical questions about our ability to protect sensitive information in an increasingly connected world. As technology advances, so do the tactics of cybercriminals, challenging individuals, organizations, and governments to stay one step ahead.
This situation has raised a vital question: how can we defend against evolving cyber threats while safeguarding privacy, freedom, and trust in the digital age? On this internship, you will conduct research to explore the multi-faceted world of cybersecurity. This field encompasses not just technical solutions like encryption and firewalls but also human factors such as user behavior, ethics, and policymaking. You'll examine the strategies employed by hackers, the vulnerabilities they exploit, and the cutting-edge defenses designed to thwart them.
During this month-long internship, you will conduct original research into emerging trends in cybersecurity. Collaborating with fellow interns, you will critically analyze case studies and theoretical frameworks, applying insights to develop innovative solutions to real-world challenges. With the guidance of your mentor, you will co-author an academic research paper on a key cybersecurity issue for publication. No prior experience in computer science or cybersecurity is required—just a keen interest in technology, problem-solving, and the future of digital security.
Location: Online
Type: Academic Research Internship
Eligibility: Ages 15-18
Days: Saturdays from 9am-12pm PT | 12pm-3pm ET
Dates: Four weeks: November 1st, November 8th, November 15th, November 22nd 2025
Price: $2395
Requirements: Interns are expected to be present for all four sessions. However, if an intern is unable to attend a particular session they will receive an update on the project progress and will be assigned additional work to complete in order to make up for their absence. Interns are expected to spend a minimum of three hours per week working on their project outside of the live contact hours. Satisfactory completion of assigned work is required to be named as an author.
Internship Details
With the rise of powerful AI models like ChatGPT, roboticists are now exploring the idea of a “foundation model” for robots — a kind of all-in-one AI system that can handle a wide variety of tasks. From folding laundry to managing factory operations, these models aim to help robots learn and adapt to many different challenges.
These advanced models typically combine vision, language, and action to build what’s called a World Model — a way for robots to mentally simulate their surroundings, predict what might happen next, and "dream" about how their actions will affect the world around them. Imagine a robot that can think ahead, problem-solve, and learn from experience — that's what researchers are working toward. Groundbreaking projects like Google’s RT-1, DeepMind’s GATO, 1X’s World Model, and Physical Intelligence’s Pi0 are leading the way in this exciting transformation, showing us how fast robotics is advancing and how soon intelligent robots may become part of everyday life.
In this month-long internship, you’ll dive into the cutting-edge world of AI and robotics. Working with a team of fellow interns and guided by an experienced mentor, you'll explore how robotic world models are being developed, what strategies researchers are using, and the key challenges they face. Together, you’ll conduct original research and co-author an academic paper for possible publication — a unique opportunity to contribute to a rapidly growing field. No prior experience in robotics or computer science is required — just curiosity, creativity, and a willingness to learn.
Location: Online
Type: Academic Research Internship
Eligibility: Ages 15-18
Days: Saturdays from 9am-12pm PT | 12pm-3pm ET
Dates: Four weeks: February 7th, February 14th, February 21st, February 28th 2026
Price: $2395
Requirements: Interns are expected to be present for all four sessions. However, if an intern is unable to attend a particular session they will receive an update on the project progress and will be assigned additional work to complete in order to make up for their absence. Interns are expected to spend a minimum of three hours per week working on their project outside of the live contact hours. Satisfactory completion of assigned work is required to be named as an author.