EfTA: 30th Anniversary SCI://TECH Exposition

Each summer, Education for Tomorrow Alliance partners with area businesses to offer local students career exploration opportunities. The Student Internship Program (SIP) provides two-week internships to more than 150 motivated 12th grade students each summer. Each student learns about the day-to-day experiences of a profession that interests him or her. Host companies offer career mentoring that help shape students’ career paths. Here is a sampling of what 2019 participants said about their internship experiences.

“Learning from the very people that I hope to be like one day left a big impression on me.”

“I was interested in software engineering before, and now I am sure that I want to do it because of this experience!”

“My capacity for compassion was broadened by a mile, as it was necessary to step into a child’s shoes in order to make a lesson plan that could truly fit their needs.”

“My biggest takeaway would have to make the effort to establish a relationship with people. I did not want this internship to end because by the second week, I felt like a valuable employee going to work with people who love what they do.”

Internships in a wide range of fields are needed, including business, law, marketing, and more. The greatest demand is for STEM internships. The program kicks off in June and can run for any two consecutive weeks until the end of July. To learn more or to sign up to host an intern, visit efta-us.org > Programs.

Education for Tomorrow Alliance is a nonprofit organization dedicated to cultivating education and community partnerships that advance student success. With innovative programs focused on career, leadership, and STEM preparation, EfTA is the portal through which business leaders can access and strengthen local education