Axon High School Internship - Spring 2025

As a High School Intern at Axon, you will collaborate with the TASER New Ventures team on multiple engineering and technology projects. Your duties will include prototyping new technologies, contributing to hands-on product development, and tackling real-world technical challenges. Expect a mix of teamwork and independent problem solving, gaining critical insights into the world of STEM.

No prior work experience is required for the Axon High School Internship. The program is designed for high school students passionate about technology and innovation, encouraging applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply even if they don't meet every qualification listed. A background in STEM or Robotics is beneficial, but not mandatory.

The High School Internship at Axon is targeted towards high school students. There are no strict educational requirements, but a strong interest in STEM fields, technology, and innovation will help you thrive in this role.

During your tenure at Axon, you will develop valuable problem-solving skills and technical expertise while working on advanced technology projects. You’ll also enhance your teamwork and communication abilities through collaboration with peers and mentors, all while building a professional network in the tech industry.

The Axon High School Internship is an 8-week program, running from June 2, 2025, to July 28, 2025. This timeframe is designed to give interns a meaningful experience while allowing them to engage in product development, mentorship, and networking opportunities.

When answering this question, focus on your passion for technology and innovation, along with how Axon’s mission to Protect Life resonates with your own values. Mention specific projects or areas at Axon that excite you, showing that you’ve done thorough research about the company.

Provide an example from a school project or group activity where you faced a challenge. Describe the situation, your role in overcoming the hurdle, and the outcome. Emphasize teamwork, communication, and how you keep a positive approach under pressure.

Discuss skills important for the role, such as technical problem-solving, collaboration in a team environment, or specific engineering skills. Also, mention your interest in networking and mentorship opportunities, highlighting your eagerness to learn.

Share a project from school or a personal endeavor that involved science, technology, engineering, or math. Highlight your role, the skills you applied, and the outcomes to indicate your hands-on experience and your commitment to learning in the STEM fields.

Explain your method for prioritization and organization, such as using a planner or digital tools to track tasks. Provide a brief example to illustrate how this has worked for you in the past, showcasing your ability to balance responsibilities effectively.

Demonstrate your knowledge of Axon's mission to Protect Life and its efforts in public safety innovation. Discuss specific products or technologies they’ve developed, showing you understand the implications of their work and are invested in their mission.

Reflect on the advantages of diverse perspectives in collaboration, such as enhanced creativity, problem-solving, and overall team dynamics. Use examples to illustrate how teamwork has led to successes in past projects you’ve experienced.

Discuss strategies such as research, online courses, hands-on practice, or asking for help from mentors and peers. Highlight your proactive mindset towards self-improvement and willingness to tackle new challenges.

Share your thoughts on the transformative role technology plays in solving societal issues, particularly in safety and justice, relating it back to Axon’s mission. Emphasize innovations you believe could significantly impact public safety.

Express your commitment to fostering an inclusive environment. Mention ways you’d actively engage with diverse team members, value different perspectives, and promote a supportive atmosphere, illustrating how this aligns with Axon’s values.