Today’s high school interns aren’t just running errands; they’re bringing real skills and invaluable perspective to the organizations they support. Watch to see what K12-powered interns can do!
A high school internship program is a great way to drive your business forward and impact your industry’s future. But getting the wheels in motion can be a challenge. Here, you’ll find guidelines, best practices, and resources—including ready-to-use downloads—that can help you get your program up and running in no time. Explore the information below to get started!
An internship is a short-term work-based learning experience that helps students prepare for and discover career options. Typically, students participate in projects and work alongside professionals in their career field.
For employers, a high school internship program can provide a way to accomplish your goals with fresh, innovative ideas. It can also help you find and grow future employees, foster leadership in your existing workforce, and introduce new technology skills that students have learned from their coursework and digital experience.
High school students are eager to explore their future and build their résumé. From gaining hands-on work experience, discovering career options, and improving confidence both in the classroom and on the job, they know an opportunity with the right organization can have a lasting impact.
Now that you’re ready to take advantage of all the internship benefits employers can gain, download these helpful resources:
The Ultimate Internship Playbook for Employers
Sample Interview Questions for Interns
Quick Tips: Internship Best Practices
Internship Job Description Template
Student Performance Evaluation Form
A successful high school student internship will find the right balance between your organization’s goals and each intern’s goals and availability. Technology can also impact how work gets done. Consider which of these types of internships is best for you:
Virtual Internships
Students don’t report to a physical office, but the organization provides all the technology and tools the students will use when and where they complete work.
On-Site Internships
Students report to a physical business location to perform the internship duties.
Hybrid Internships
This type of internship combines both onsite and virtual work completed by the intern.
Virtual internships benefit employers by expanding your candidate pool beyond your physical location and can often help attract students with a wider range of skills.
Students at K12-powered high schools are focused on their future. They stand out in a crowd of applicants by being:
Technology-Driven
Collaborators
Independent
Technology-Driven
Forward-Thinking
We’re prepared and excited to support businesses, communities, and K12-powered students during the internship process. Fill out this form to:
Internship opportunities, student availability, and laws and regulations vary by state and school. We’re happy to work with you through this process.