Interns are selected for their maturity, intellectual curiosity, and ability to learn in non-classroom settings. They demonstrate the skills needed to become future community leaders and are eager to participate in high-level professional activities. Selection for this exciting and rewarding honors program is competitive. Participating sponsors represent the key occupations in the metropolitan area and are among the community's most forward-thinking and innovative organizations. They include businesses, associations, nonprofit organization, and government agencies.
Students apply their summer training in problem-solving, communication, and other leadership skills.
They also are introduced to management concepts by working with business people and professionals. This experience is an extraordinary opportunity for interns to assess their career goals. Each intern is responsible for functioning as a member of a professional team. This includes completing tasks in a timely and efficient manner and following the employer's policies and code of ethics and business conduct. The sponsor provides work opportunities matching the student's skills and abilities.