The Matchtern Blog
Straight answers on landing high school internships, standing out in college admissions, and building experience that actually counts.
How to Get an Internship in High School (7 Simple Steps)
A calm, practical playbook for landing a real internship in high school, even if you have zero experience yet.
Do Internships Help With College Admissions? An Evidence-Based Answer
A calm, evidence-based look at whether internships help with college admissions, what admissions officers really value, and how to present a real internship on your application.
The 10 Best Extracurriculars for College Applications (2026)
The 10 extracurriculars that actually move the needle in 2026 admissions, ranked, with the principles behind them.
High School Internships vs Research Programs: 5 Key Differences
A balanced look at two popular paths for ambitious high schoolers, so you can pick the one that actually fits your goals.
Remote Internships for High School Students: A Practical Guide
How remote internships work for high schoolers, where to find real ones, and how to stand out from a laptop at home.