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The Cherokee County Schools Career & Technical Education Internship Program is celebrating a highly successful fall semester filled with hands-on learning, real-world experience, and strong community partnerships. This fall, 37 students participated in internships across the county, gaining valuable skills that will support them in future careers.
The CTE Internship Program is designed to help students develop good work habits, encourage personal growth, strengthen employability skills, and build awareness of community resources and the world of work. Through these work-based learning experiences, students spend time in professional environments under the direct supervision of business and industry mentors. This model provides meaningful exposure to career fields of interest while helping students understand the expectations and responsibilities of a real workplace.
An internship offers students the chance to step into the world of work and experience what their future career might look like. Our community partners play a huge role in providing these opportunities, and we are incredibly grateful for their support.
This semester’s student outcomes included increased confidence, improved communication and problem-solving skills, and a deeper understanding of various careers available within the county.
Thank you to our community partners
The Cherokee County Schools CTE Department extends appreciation to the businesses, organizations and individuals who partnered with the internship program this fall. Their willingness to mentor students and provide authentic workplace experiences makes this program possible.
Fall 2025 Internship Partners include: Andrews Eye Doctor, Morning Fog, Farm House Diner, Snowbird Outfitters, Turner Pharmacy, Erlanger Western Carolina Hospital, Cherokee Scout, Hiwassee Dam Fire Department, Murphy Nursing & Rehab, Arby’s, Carolina Smiles, D. Martin Auto, NC DOT, Randy Dockery ReMax, John Poltrock ReMax, Cherokee County Clerk of Court, Wright Welding, Gustason Electric, King Ford, Urban Hair Salon, Murphy High School, Seven Springs Stones Inc., Peachtree Elementary School, The Block, BRMEMC, Murphy Elementary School, Hype Media Inc., John Snow and Donna Srabian ReMax.
Cherokee County Schools is thankful for these partners who invest in the future of local students by opening their doors, sharing their knowledge and providing meaningful workplace experiences.
If you or your business would like to join our growing network of internship partners and help shape the next generation of Cherokee County’s workforce, please contact me.
The writer is career development coordinator with the Career & Technical Education program in Cherokee County Schools. Email her at dana.anderson@cherokee.k12.nc.us.