From Student to Professional in 6 Weeks
Get trained by industry experts, work at innovative companies, and present your experience at The LEAD Summit.
Early bird deadline: April 15, 2026
Innovative Companies
Work with forward-thinking companies
Career Skills Training
Gain 24 skills colleges and employers value
6-Week Program
June 15 - July 25, 2026
Team Learning
Learn and grow with ambitious peers
Our students work with leading companies across industries
...and many more companies!
Two Internship Tracks. Endless Possibilities.
Choose your internship path based on your interests. Whether you love strategy and business or prefer to build with code, there is a track for you.
Business Internship
Aspiring consultants, marketers & founders
Drive real business impact. Shape go-to-market strategies, uncover market insights, and help companies grow.
What You Will Work On:
- Market research & competitive analysis
- Go-to-market strategies
- Social media campaigns
Technology Internship
Aspiring engineers, designers & builders
Write code. Build products. Ship features. Use AI tools to solve real problems.
What You Will Work On:
- Websites & mobile apps
- AI agents & automations
- Data dashboards & prototypes
Trusted by Schools, Parents & Employers
Hear from school leaders, employers, and parents about the impact of our programs.
What Students Achieve
In just 6 weeks, Nova Fellows gain more than skills - they gain confidence, clarity, and a competitive edge.
Kexin
Nova Graduate, Summer 2025
The Experience
From Week One to The LEAD Summit
Onboard
Meet your employer and squad. Understand your project scope. Get intensive LEAD skills training. Build your foundation.
Perform
Execute your project with your squad. Weekly mentorship. Continuous learning. Deliver real results.
Showcase
Present your work TEDx-style at The LEAD Summit. Share your journey. Celebrate what you built. Walk away transformed.
Previous Projects
See what our fellows have built with real companies.
Healthcare Tech
AI Lead Generation Agent
Student built an AI agent that automates dental practice prospecting by identifying leads in Facebook communities, enriching data through web scraping, and outputting qualified prospects.
Automotive Tech
Multi-Function Growth Toolkit
Squad built a comprehensive operational toolkit including LinkedIn content strategy, digital onboarding workflows, and business analytics dashboards.
Automotive Tech
Claude AI Platform Integration
Students integrated Claude AI into SDVerse's platform and built automated AI agents for client research workflows using Python and Docker.
Luxury Real Estate
Digital Marketing & Event Operations
Students created social media content generating thousands of views, designed 14+ branded posts, and managed logistics for 1,000+ open house guests.
Commercial Real Estate
AI Tools Integration Strategy
Student researched and evaluated AI solutions across six business functions, creating a comprehensive recommendation framework with ROI projections.
Education Tech
Gen Z Career Readiness Research
Students conducted comprehensive research on AI's impact on Gen Z employment, surveying respondents and interviewing industry experts.
Hear From Our Students & Employers
Students and employers share their experiences with the LEAD Internship program.
What Students Say
Javier
SDVerse
“Before the program, I was nervous about speaking in front of people. At the end of the program, I presented my experience to SDVerse CEO and a room of 50+ senior executives - and crushed it! I feel ready for anything.”
Lucas
Wilshire Real Estate
“I loved that we got hands-on training before the actual internship, learning tools like LinkedIn, Miro, and presentation design. It was not just lectures; we got to apply what we learned immediately.”
Riya
The Lundquist Institute
“The skills I learned through LEAD Workshops helped me stand out in my internship and college applications. My internship experience not only gave me the passion for neuroscience but also gave me a glimpse into the future I want to create.”
What Employers Say
Prashant Gulati
CEO, SDVerse
“We thought of it as giving back to the community. By the end, we had received a tremendous amount of benefit - actual deliverables, fresh energy, and inspiration.”
Mayor Debby Stegura
Mayor, City of Rolling Hills Estates
“We put these interns into the deep end of the pool, and they swam beautifully. They handled complex, meaningful work and got firsthand experience of how local government operates.”
Cameron Stearns
CEO, Stearns Lieb Real Estate
“Without these interns helping me on a daily basis, I would not have been able to handle the workload. I had a career-best month closing eight homes.”
Why Nova Is Different
We have designed every aspect of the program to maximize your growth and real-world experience.
Real Company Projects
Work on carefully scoped projects designed specifically for high school fellows. Every project is structured to teach you real skills while contributing to actual business goals.
Squad-Based Collaboration
Join ambitious peers from leading schools nationwide. Work together in squads of 4-5 students, learning essential workplace skills.
Expert-Led Mentorship
Get hands-on training in LEAD skills before your internship even starts. Receive direct mentorship from your company managers, and weekly guidance from Nova School's expert team.
TEDx-Style Showcase
Present your work to parents, employers, and peers in a live event. Build confidence through public speaking and celebrate what you have accomplished with tangible proof of your impact.
What Other Programs Miss
How to Apply
Now - May 15, 2026
Applications & Selection
Submit your application response about what excites you. We review on a rolling basis, so apply early for best consideration.
February - May 2026
Interviews & Decisions
Selected candidates invited for casual 20-minute video interviews. We are looking for curiosity, commitment, and drive - not perfect resumes.
May - June 2026
Squad & Employer Matching
Once accepted, we learn about your interests and goals, then match you with your squad and partner startup.