High School Internship Program

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The High School Internship Program Intern receives paid, supervised work experience while building professional skills, career awareness, and confidence. Interns support day-to-day operations at Edmundite Missions and complete assigned career-readiness activities. This position is designed to complement, not interfere with, the student's school schedule.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Report on time, follow the agreed work schedule, and communicate promptly about absences or scheduling concerns.
• Assist assigned staff with age-appropriate administrative, program, customer-service, and site-support duties.
• Complete assigned work accurately, respectfully, and in accordance with site procedures.
• Maintain a professional appearance, positive attitude, and appropriate conduct with staff, participants, and visitors.
• Protect confidential information and follow all Edmundite Missions policies, safety procedures, and supervisory direction.
• Participate in career-readiness, workplace-skills, and transition-planning activities as assigned.
• Submit time records and required internship paperwork accurately and on time.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Current high school senior enrolled in Selma City Schools or another approved partner school.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, verified by school records.
• Good school standing with no active disciplinary write-ups or unresolved conduct concerns.
• Reliable attendance, dependability, and the ability to follow directions.
• Ability to work respectfully with people of different ages and backgrounds.
• Parent or guardian consent and any school approvals required for participation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Interest in community service, education, youth development, business, or nonprofit work.
• Basic computer, communication, organization, and customer-service skills.
• Demonstrated leadership, initiative, or participation in school or community activities.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Selected interns must complete the Edmundite Missions application, interview, onboarding, payroll documentation, and all required training before beginning work. Continued participation depends on satisfactory attendance, school eligibility, performance, compliance with program expectations, and available funding. Interns are placed on-site based on program need and supervisor availability.

PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is primarily performed in an office, classroom, or program setting. Interns may be expected to sit, stand, walk, communicate clearly, use standard office equipment, and occasionally assist with light materials or event set-up under supervision.