INTERNSHIP IN STEM CAREERS
Grade: 12
Credit: .5 unit for minimum 10-19 hours per week supervised employment 1 unit for average 20+ hours per week supervised employment
Prerequisite: unweighted GPA of 3.0 or higher; 95% attendance or higher
Requirements For Placement: Gained technical experience through sending high school programs OR completed an STA program as a junior.
Note: Students interested in an internship such as Oracle Scholars should apply for Internship in the STEM Careers program. Selection of Oracle Scholars is ultimately up to Oracle.
This course/internship offers students a chance to earn high school credit for a unique, problem-based learning experience in a highly competitive work environment in the areas of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Students will secure an internship in an area that matches their chosen area of focus. Interns will work collaboratively to solve a variety of relevant problems, as well as participate in real-work and job exploration activities. At the completion of the program, interns will demonstrate their communication and collaborative skills through a senior exposition. Students must provide their own transportation.