Cherry Creek School District Executive Internship Program S

Cherry Creek School District Executive Internship Program S

Mission The Cherry Creek School District Executive Internship Program will provide opportunities for students to apply 21 st century skills in a career field and industry that they would like to pursue after graduation.

Definition An academic internship is a form of first-hand learning that integrates knowledge and theory learned in the classroom with relevant application, and skill development that reflect the expectation in a changing world.

PWR Career Readiness Skills S Entrepreneurial Personal S Critical thinking and problem solving S Initiative and self-direction S Creativity and innovation S Personal responsibility and selfmanagement S Inquiry and analysis S Adaptability and flexibility S Risk taking S Personal awareness S Learn independently S Perseverance

PWR Career Readiness Skills Civic/Interpersonal Professional S Core academic foundation S Time management S Collaboration and teamwork S Career literacy S Communication S Grit and resilience S Global and cultural awareness S Work ethic; dependable and reliable S Ethics and integrity S Self-advocacy

About the Program ‘Work based experience learning program’ S Non paid S 100 hours (Average 6 hours a week in 18 weeks, 10 hours a week in summer) S Business environment S 1 st Choice not guaranteed

Qualifications S Senior S 3. 2 GPA S Recommendations S Interview S Attendance S Career Exploration Class S OWN TRANSPORTATION

Interns represent the high standards of the Cherry Creek School District

Experiences Accounting Architecture Business Marketing Engineering Education Entrepreneurship Judicial System Law Enforcement Medical Psychology Veterinary

Placement

How to Apply 1) Meet the qualifications of the program 2) Complete a CTE Application 3) Complete the Executive Internship Application 4) Notifications with go out in March if you have been selected 5) Complete interview if selected 6) Assist with the placement process

Credits S 1 elective credit SOne time SSenior year

Grades S Semester long S Attend monthly internship seminars S Complete online assignments and paperwork S Final presentation

What This Program Means for Students S Enrichment opportunity for eligible students S Apply what has been learned in the classroom S Opportunity to strengthen foundational skills (soft skills) S Career exploration S Environment to test interest and aptitude S Improve confidence S Reflect expectations of a changing world

Success in a Changing World S CCSD students are prepared for college and workforce success S CCSD ensures access and encourages participation in a wide range of experiences that reflect expectations of a changing world S Students demonstrate college and workforce readiness S Students exhibit 21 st century skills

Connections S CCSD students are academically and socially connected to their school and community S CCSD provides engaging opportunities to support students’ individual pursuits and interests

FYI S AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES will work as long as they do not interfere with internship hours S FLEXIBILITY is your friend. Have more than 1 career interest area. S CONNECTIONS. If you have a connection, bring their business card or contact information to me.

Question s Cherry Creek School District is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities. Inquiries concerning Title VI, Title IX, Section 504 and ADA may be referred to the Special Education Director or Superintendent, 4700 S. Yosemite Street, Greenwood Village, CO 80111 or to the Office for Civil Rights, U. S. Department of Education, Region VIII, Federal Office Building, 1244 North Speer Blvd. , Suite 310, Denver, Colorado, 80204, (303) 844 -2991. Additionally, individuals may contact the District Compliance Officer located at the Instructional Support Facility, 5416 S. Riviera Way, Centennial, CO 80015, (720) 554 -5033. S