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Land Your First Internship in 10 Days

Stand out in college admissions with real work experience that colleges love. We personally place you with companies in our network.

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Our Company Network

The Power of Internships

2.3x Higher College Acceptance Rates

56% of admissions officers rank extracurriculars and internships above test scores. Students who complete internships get into better colleges.

Grades Don't Differentiate

Thousands of students have good grades. 56% of colleges now prioritize demonstrated field interest over test scores and legacy status combined.

Gain Clarity and Experience Now

Students who complete high school internships report 3.5x higher career clarity and have a 30% higher earning potential later in life.

What is Matchtern?

We believe career exploration should start early, be hands-on, and driven by your interests. Not by who your parents know or how many applications you submit.

Whether you're matched with an AI company, a marketing agency, or a biotech lab tackling real challenges, we help you emerge with a standout resume of genuine experiences.

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Why Us

Our Internship Program

The "Traditional Way"

Apply to 50+ Internships

Spend hours submitting applications to dozens of positions, most requiring experience you don't have.

Wait 6-8 Weeks

Long response times with no guarantee you'll hear back at all from most applications.

40+ Hours Wasted

Free to apply, but your time has value. Weeks of searching and rejection emails add up.

No Support or Guidance

You're on your own to figure out resumes, applications, and interview prep.

With Matchtern

Get Matched Directly

Guaranteed a hand-picked company delivered to you, matched to your interests and skills.

Get Matched Directly

Guaranteed a hand-picked company delivered to you, matched to your interests and skills.

Get Matched Directly

Guaranteed a hand-picked company delivered to you, matched to your interests and skills.

10 Day Average

Fast-tracked process with companies actively seeking high school students.

10 Day Average

Fast-tracked process with companies actively seeking high school students.

10 Day Average

Fast-tracked process with companies actively seeking high school students.

100% Match Success Rate

All members receive quality matches in their first month, guaranteed.

100% Match Success Rate

All members receive quality matches in their first month, guaranteed.

100% Match Success Rate

All members receive quality matches in their first month, guaranteed.

Dedicated Mentor Support Team

Mentors available to you 24/7 to help with resume review, project guidance, interview prep, and more!

OR pay consultants/placement services

$2,000 - $5,500

for ONE placement attempt with no guarantee

I applied to 47 internships on my own and heard back from 0. Using Matchtern, I got 4 quality matches in my first week.

Angela Zhang

Palo Alto High

I applied to 47 internships on my own and heard back from 0. Using Matchtern, I got 4 quality matches in my first week.

Angela Zhang

Palo Alto High

I applied to 47 internships on my own and heard back from 0. Using Matchtern, I got 4 quality matches in my first week.

Angela Zhang

Palo Alto High

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Timeline

The Journey to Your First Offer

Step

Week 1: Apply in 10 Minutes

Complete your application in 10 minutes. Our team reviews your profile and interests within 72 hours.

Step

Week 1-2: Meet Your Advisor & Get Matched

Once accepted, you're assigned a dedicated advisor who helps optimize your profile and actively advocates for opportunities on your behalf.

Step

Week 2-3: Start Day One

Meet your manager, receive your first assignment, and begin contributing to real projects immediately.

Step

Months 3+: Turn Experience Into Opportunities

Using your newfound experience, get matched to new internships at other companies or continue working at your existing one.

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Parent Story

From Rejections to Offers in 7 Days

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Rajesh Sharma
Father of Arjun Sharma (San Jose, California)

You know, watching Arjun apply to maybe 40, 50

internships over the summer and getting nothing

back.

Another parent at school told me about Matchtern. I thought, okay, we can try this, but I wasn't sure if it would actually work...

Within a week they matched us with three companies

100% Satisfaction Guarantee

We're fully confident in our delivery. If you're not completely satisfied with your first month, receive a complete refund, no questions asked. Try Matchtern risk-free.

Changed your mind? Cancel within 30 days for a full refund, even if you've already been matched.

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We built Matchtern because finding your first internship shouldn't depend on who your parents know or prior internship experience. Our guarantee exists because we're confident in our matching process. If you're unsatisfied with your first month, you don't pay.

Alex Chen | Matchtern Founder | Featured in Forbes

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the matching process actually work?

You fill out a profile with your interests, availability, and goals, then our team reviews it and matches you with a relevant company we've partnered with. You choose whether to proceed or not after you've been matched.

What kind of work would I actually be doing?

It depends on the company and role - could be research projects, marketing tasks, data analysis, content creation, or assisting with real business operations. Each match includes a clear description of responsibilities and what you'll learn.

What supervision and support does my child receive?

Each student has an assigned mentor who responds for questions or concerns. At the company, there's a designated supervisor for the internship work itself.

How much time per week does this require?

Most internships are 5-10 hours per week with flexible scheduling. We help students assess fit before applying, and companies understand that school is the priority.

What happens if I don't like the matches I get?

You can give us feedback on why they didn't fit, and we'll send different options. If we can't find at least one during your first month, your next month is free.

How long do I have to commit to an internship once I start?

Most internships run 3-6 months, but you discuss the specific timeline with the company during your conversations. You can communicate if you need to adjust or end early, though we encourage completing commitments when possible.

How does the matching process actually work?

What kind of work would I actually be doing?

What supervision and support does my child receive?

Each student has an assigned mentor who responds for questions or concerns. At the company, there's a designated supervisor for the internship work itself.

How much time per week does this require?

Most internships are 5-10 hours per week with flexible scheduling. We help students assess fit before applying, and companies understand that school is the priority.

What happens if I don't like the matches I get?

You can give us feedback on why they didn't fit, and we'll send different options. If we can't find at least one during your first month, your next month is free.

How long do I have to commit to an internship once I start?

How does the matching process actually work?

What kind of work would I actually be doing?

What supervision and support does my child receive?

Each student has an assigned mentor who responds for questions or concerns. At the company, there's a designated supervisor for the internship work itself.

How much time per week does this require?

Most internships are 5-10 hours per week with flexible scheduling. We help students assess fit before applying, and companies understand that school is the priority.

What happens if I don't like the matches I get?

You can give us feedback on why they didn't fit, and we'll send different options. If we can't find at least one during your first month, your next month is free.

How long do I have to commit to an internship once I start?

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What is Matchtern?

What is Matchtern?

What is Matchtern?

Why Us

Our Internship Program

Our Internship Program

Angela Zhang

Angela Zhang

Angela Zhang

Timeline

The Journey to Your First Offer

Step

Week 1: Apply in 10 Minutes

Step

Week 1-2: Meet Your Advisor & Get Matched

Step

Week 2-3: Start Day One

Step

Months 3+: Turn Experience Into Opportunities

Parent Story

From Rejections to Offers in 7 Days

You know, watching Arjun apply to maybe 40, 50

internships over the summer and getting nothing

back. Another parent at school told me about Matchtern. I thought, okay, we can try this, but I wasn't sure if it would actually work... Within a week they matched us with three companies

100% Satisfaction Guarantee

100% Satisfaction Guarantee

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Early Bird Pricing Ends Soon

back.

Another parent at school told me about Matchtern. I thought, okay, we can try this, but I wasn't sure if it would actually work...

Within a week they matched us with three companies