An internship is an experience in which a high school student takes a responsible role as a worker in a company or organization and then reflects on the experience. Internships are for juniors and seniors and must be at least 120 hours. Students will earn a credit (1) for the internship. Students may earn up to a maximum of (2) internship credits. Honors credit is available. Interested students should work with their counselor and internship coordinator to begin the application process.
How to apply for an internship:
First determine the area in which you would like to complete an internship. If you are not sure of an area, you may want to complete one or more career assessments to help guide you to an area. For an assessment, see the "Career Planning" page within the HHS Career Development Services website.
If you wish to take the internship in lieu of another class, check with your counselor to determine whether you are on track to graduate.
Find an organization/company that is willing to allow you to complete an internship.
Schedule a pre-conference with Mrs. Beaster (use the link on the home page). You must have a conference in order for your internship application to be approved.
Complete the application using the link below to be considered for an internship:
After meeting with the company/organization you will fill out the Internship Agreement and sign it (found with the application above) and get the business sponsor and your parent/guardian to sign.
Return all forms to Mrs. Beaster in the media center or via email: [email protected]
How to find an internship site: Internship Sources
Your family's contacts and family friend's contacts are usually the best sources for providing information on potential internship sites. If a family member is willing to reach out to contact a friend to see if he/she will host you, that is a great way to network in order to find an internship site.
Another way to find internship sites is to complete an Internet search to find local companies you would like to intern with. Once you find companies or organizations that you are interested in, you will need to contact a decision maker at that company/organization to see if they will host you as an intern.
You can also use one of the following sites to find companies/organizations:
MajorClarity (platform.majorclarity.com) Log-in then go to the explore internships section!
Once you find a potential company, you should visit the location in person or send an email to a specific person at that company/organization, requesting an internship. Make sure to dress in professional attire when you visit!
During your internship: Once you are enrolled into the HHS CTE Honors Internship Program, you will be given a Student Internship Guide which contains all materials you will need to be successful in your internship. You will also gain access to the internship information on Canvas, where you can submit files to your Internship Coordinator. Canvas is a valuable online resource for you, your fellow interns and your Internship Coordinator to communicate, check due dates, send and retrieve files needed during the internship process. Throughout the semester, you will complete 3 main components (project, portfolio & a presentation) by doing the following:
Complete a project proposal with your business sponsor. You will present your project at the end of the semester
Complete a portfolio (10 journals with hours, resume, 2 progress reports & a thank you note to your employer)
Work with the business/organization for 120 hours per semester, logging all hours worked on the Internship Timesheet
Complete two honors projects to receive honors credit
Attend four internship meetings throughout the semester
Arrange a time for an internship visit for Mrs. Beaster to meet with the student and internship sponsor.
Develop a summary (presentation) of the project per presentation guidelines
Participate in Intern Gallery Night with your presentation. Student must dress in business casual attire.
Turn in all paperwork and assignments to Mrs. Beaster on a timely basis
Ensure that the mentor/sponsor completes the student’s Internship Evaluation which is returned to Mrs. Beaster at the end of the internship
Complete a student Self-Evaluation form which is given to Mrs. Beaster at the end of the internship
For more information on the HHS Internship Program, contact Mrs. Dawn Beaster at 919-570-5600 Ext. 20654 or [email protected]
"I would recommend it to anyone because it is a really fun experience." Samantha Kasior