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Get Real-World Experience, Work with a Non-Profit & Demonstrate Programming Excellence.

At CodeWizardsHQ, our approach goes beyond just teaching kids and teens to code. Led by an experienced CodeWizardsHQ instructor, interns participate in small groups to build projects that solve real-world problems. By the end of the program, students will launch a live full-stack application available to the public and get a head start down their chosen career path.

Only Coding School That Offers an Internship Program!

Stand Out in College Applications

Participating in our internship program showcases your student’s dedication towards their career goals. This experience not only enriches their college applications beyond academic achievements and extracurricular activities but also provides tangible benefits, bolstering their resume when compared amongst peers. Upon completion, students receive an internship completion letter, an official transcript, and a recommendation letter, all of which serve to strengthen their application credentials.

Real-World Programming Experience

Students apply all their hard-earned skills and work with real-world tools like Git, GitHub, and Trello to create a project that has real-world implications. This hands-on experience not only enhances their software development abilities but also hones their teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving skills. Unlike traditional classroom settings, this internship encourages independence and ownership, giving your student a feel for what real-world programming is like.

Make an Impact With Your Coding Internship

In contrast to other programs that often focus on exercises, our internship empowers your student to develop and launch a live full-stack application to the public. The software solutions they create will address genuine problems (like password protection) and tackle real-world challenges. This hands-on experience adds substantial value to their portfolio and provides them with the gratification of witnessing their coding skills make a tangible impact. It’s an experience in professional development most high school students will never get.

Throughout the entirety of the Internship, students benefit from mentorship by seasoned professionals and receive comprehensive career development support.

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How to Become Eligible

Students must complete our high school program, consisting of 3 Wizard Levels:

HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM
WIZARD LEVEL I
WIZARD LEVEL II
WIZARD LEVEL III
WIZARD LEVEL I
4 Courses
WIZARD LEVEL II
4 Courses
WIZARD LEVEL III
4 Courses

This typically takes student 2-3 years to complete depending on the class frequency they choose

Build Essential Skills for Success

Our Internship is about equipping students with the skills they need to thrive in the tech industry and beyond. Participants will develop a wide range of skills highly sought after by employers:

Problem Solving
Interns will tackle real-world challenges and learn to approach problems with creativity and critical thinking. From debugging code to designing innovative solutions, they’ll hone their problem-solving abilities.
Project Management
Working on complex projects requires effective project management skills. Interns will learn to plan, prioritize, and execute tasks efficiently, ensuring that projects are completed on time.
Teamwork
Collaboration is key in the tech industry — Interns will work closely with their peers, learning to communicate effectively, resolve conflicts, and leverage each other’s strengths to achieve common goals.
Communication
Interns will practice articulating their ideas, giving & receiving feedback, and presenting their work to various stakeholders, improving their written and verbal communication skills.
Adaptability
Through exposure to a variety of programming languages, frameworks, and development environments, interns will develop a versatile skill set that enables them to pivot seamlessly between different technologies.
Creativity
Interns are encouraged to think outside the box and develop innovative solutions to real-world problems, helping foster creativity and uncover new possibilites.
Wizard Password Generator
WizardPass_ is a robust, user-friendly password generator. This is more than a student project; it’s a practical tool people use to improve their digital security, proving the real-world impact your student can make.
Wizard Typing Tester
Wizard Type is a fun, effective typing test that gauges kids’ readiness for text-based coding. It helps determine when they can move from block-based to real programming, supporting key learning milestones.

Internship Student Highlights

Many students dedicated several years to CodeWizardsHQ – solidifying their skills overtime, enhancing their learning ability, and demonstrating excellence in programming knowledge. Our graduates showcased exceptional skills in problem-solving, teamwork, project leadership, and most importantly the ability to create!

Our Internship graduates are the most driven and committed of all Wizards!

Adam L.
Andrew G.
Audrey B.
Benjamin F.
Gabriel D.
Colin M.
Lauren C.
Sophia L.
James H.
Rena J.
Niket S.
Dennis Z.
Raghav S.
Atiksh J.
Zachary G.
Soojin A.
Rucha D.
Tyler Y.
Alejandro G.

Upcoming Internships

2025-2026 Internship Application Deadlines

2025 SUMMER
INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
June – September, 2025
Deadline: May 17th at 11:59 PM CST
The application period runs from Jan 31st to May 17th, 2025.
2025 FALL
INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
October 2025 – January 2026
Deadline: Sept 17th at 11:59 PM CST
The application period runs from June 1st to Sept 17th, 2025.
2026 SPRING
INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
February – May, 2026
Deadline: Jan 12th at 11:59 PM CST
The application period runs from Oct 1st, 2025 to Jan 12th, 2026.

Application and Selection Process

All CodeWizardsHQ students who have completed our high-school program are awarded an automatic Internship. The application process, a formality, serves as a way to prepare students to seek, access, and acquire opportunities in the real world. In addition, it is also a good trial run for the college application process and students will have the chance to gain insight into processes that they will most certainly have to go through in the future.

CURRICULUM VITAE
OR RESUME
We’ll need your students resume
LETTER
OF RECCOMENDATION
One letter of recommendation (excluding all CodeWizardsHQ Faculty)
COVER
LETTER
A cover letter describing the applicant’s interests and career goals (less than 800 words)

Tuition

Our 3-month internship program costs $999. Tuition can be spread out into monthly installments through

why does the internship cost money?
This is an unpaid internship. The payment from students goes towards the successful management of the program, all the software and tools used, payment to mentors, and the CWHQ Scholarship Fund.

Apply For the Internship

Prospective candidates should submit requested materials in PDF format via email to school@codewizardshq.com.

In the subject line let us know which program you would like to apply for (ie: Summer 2025). Late or incomplete applications, including those that do not have recommendation letters, will not be considered.

Questions? We are here to help.

Easy answers to some common questions

Does the student have to travel for the internship?

Through this offering, students will work remotely with a team of peers around the world. They will experience what a distributed team is like and engage with team members through online meetings and web-conferencing. This gives them the unique experience of collaborating virtually, which is how most work is done today. 

What are the days of the week and hours of the internship?

Our interns are required to commit three to six hours a week for approximately three months depending on the scope of the project. Participants will be required to meet with their team once a week to assess progress and assign responsibilities.

Is this a paid internship?

This is an unpaid internship. The payment from students goes towards the successful management of the program, all the software and tools used, payment to mentors, and the CWHQ Scholarship Fund.