High School Summer Internship - Internal SPS Student ; SY

21C High School Summer Internship
- Internal SPS Student Only

The 21C Educator Internship provides high school students interested in education careers with a full-time summer internship. Interns gain valuable hands-on experience while providing essential support to students at 21st CCLC summer sites.

The 21C internship is a 5-week summer program. Interns are expected to be available for the duration of the program.

Requirements include:

• Attending an internship and assigned program orientation in June.
• Participating in 5 weekly workshop sessions during the internship period.

Internship Requirements:

• Mandatory Orientation:
  Must attend in June (Tentative: June 24th and/or June 25th, 2026).
• Full Commitment:
  Must be available for the full 5-week program:
  July 6th – August 7th, 2026.
• Student Focus:
  Interested in working with elementary and/or middle school-aged students.
• Eligibility:
  Current 11th, or 12th grader within Salem Public Schools.
• Paperwork:
  Must complete all Summer Work Permit requirements.

Preferred Candidates:

• Participated in an OST Internship during the 2025–2026 School Year.
• Ability to demonstrate commitment to the full duration of the summer program.
• Clear communication skills and willingness to work with young people in a variety of school/camp based activities.
• Interested in a career in education or youth services.
• Prior experience working with young people.
• Final date to receive applications:
  Complete 21C Intern Application by May 31st, 2026.

Internship Locations, Dates & Times:

Elementary
- Horace Mann Laboratory School
- Monday, July 6 – Friday, August 7 (Mon–Fri) - 8:00 am – 4:00 pm*

Middle School
- Collins Middle School
- Monday, July 6 – Thursday, August 6 (Mon–Thu) - 8:00 am – 2:30 pm*

Internship Rate: $16.00 per hour