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Overview: A main component of education at Confluence High is the LTI (Learning through Interests) internship program. In internships with an expert mentor in a field of the student’s interest, students complete an authentic project that benefits both the student and the mentor’s worksite. These projects are a key part of deepening student learning and academic growth. Internships provide students with multiple opportunities to explore fields of interest, interact professionally with adults in a variety of areas, and complete real-world projects that develop their academic skills.
Internship Search: Students, parents, and Confluence staff work together to secure internships for students based on each student’s interest area. Through the search process, students develop networking and communication skills, self-advocacy and initiative. Students are encouraged to stretch outside of their comfort zone and immerse themselves in the adult world.
Student Preparation: All incoming Confluence students participate in an multi-week LTI preparation process, which includes:
- Interest inventory
- Personality research
- Career research
- Community mapping (businesses and additional resources)
- Resume and cover letter building
- Mock interviews
- Networking and professional etiquette workshops
- Phone and email scripts
- Informational interviews with professionals in the field
Mentor Time Commitment: During the internship search process, a prospective intern will schedule an introductory informational interview which lasts about a half hour. If the intern and mentor wish to continue the process, the intern will schedule a longer visit for a job shadow experience. Once the placement is agreed upon, the intern will take part in his/her internship on Tuesday and Thursdays for 4-6 hours each day, lasting 8-12 weeks, and longer if appropriate. During the internship placement, mentors are responsible for supervising their intern on Tuesdays and Thursdays, while being supported by the student’s adviser and internship coordinator.