AKAMAI INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

Akamai has provided over 500 students internships in Hawaii since 2003. The program has helped more than 250 get STEM jobs–many in Hawaii–earning Akamai the highest U.S. award for STEM mentoring. Years of experience and large network of STEM employers who host interns make Akamai a valuable and rewarding internship experience. The 8-week program includes:

• Stipend of $4000
• Housing provided if needed
• Travel from home island to internship site paid by program
• 1-week preparatory course + 7-week project

Unique aspects of the program:

• Placements with Hawaii’s telescopes – Akamai has placements at all the major telescopes in Hawaii.
• Outstanding mentors and staff – An accomplished team of staff and trained mentors support intern success. The program has received a presidential award for mentoring excellence.
• Authentic work experience – Interns work on projects of value to the partner organization and gain real-world job skills in the process.
• Nationally recognized program with long history – Akamai has been running for 20 years and has 481 alumni, to date.
• Akamai is a community, and doesn’t stop at the end of the summer – Alumni have opportunities beyond the internship, including connections to employers and career related workshops.
• Akamai alumni get jobs – More than 250 alumni are now in jobs in Hawaii and beyond.