Charleston, SC – June 17, 2015 – Student interns preparing for their first day working with their assigned CCSD department enjoyed a retreat yesterday to facilitate team building, reinforce professionalism, and complete all remaining HR requirements.

Former student interns and recent graduates of West Ashley HS Jerome Smalls and Jonathon Garcia both shared valuable insights and encouragement with this summer’s cohort.

Rising seniors from throughout Charleston County School District applied back in March for a chance to work with professionals in one of many district departments. After interviews, 25 were chosen were connected with a summer internship aligned with their natural talents and career aspirations. The summer interns will earn $8 per hour and class credit in addition to valuable resume building experience and professional relationships.

Students met with their supervisors on June 15 during their internship orientation also held at Lowcountry Tech Academy. Students also completed the district on-boarding requirements with the help of Yvonne Marshall and Sandra Quigely from CCSD Human Resources department.

At the orientation and the retreat, students were given the opportunity to have their TB Test requirement met thanks to ARCpoint Labs of Charleston generous support of the summer internships program.

The students must complete 120 hours of work this summer and submit weekly journals during their experience. They will also have written reviews by their supervisors. At the end of the summer, a special event will be held for students, parents, and supervisors to celebrate the successful summer.

At the retreat, students enjoyed lunch from Raising Cane’s Chicken in Mt. Pleasant.

Thanks to Lowcountry Tech Academy for hosting both the orientation and retreat meetings, and for everyone that help make this year’s Summer Internship program in CCSD possible. We’re off to an excellent start!