a student stands in front of a mural of a tree in the front of a school

Exeter Educational Internship Spotlight: Molly Lubenow in Kindergarten with Mrs. Weaver

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! This year, we're proud to celebrate the next generation of educators by highlighting our students who have been inspired to pursue educational careers thanks to incredible mentors here in Exeter. Through our internship program, these students are now gaining real-world, hands-on experience in the classroom, learning ...
READ MORE
a student stands outside of an empty classroom

Exeter Educational Internship Spotlight: Rachel Donnachie in 8th Grade with Mrs. Walters

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! This year, we're proud to celebrate the next generation of educators by highlighting our students who have been inspired to pursue educational careers thanks to incredible mentors here in Exeter. Through our internship program, these students are now gaining real-world, hands-on experience in the classroom, learning ...
READ MORE
headshot of a high school girl in a law library

Internship Spotlight: Ariel Soto at Negron Law

Ariel Soto is a senior who just completed her fall internship at Negron Law, LLC, a general practice law firm located in Reading. While there, Ariel handled general clerical work while getting a chance to observe first-hand what daily work is like for the firm's owner, Shay Negron. Ms. Negron ...
READ MORE
student standing in a dentists office

Internship Spotlight: Zori Casiano at Exeter Smiles

Zori Casiano recently completed an internship at Exeter Smiles, an orthodontic office located near the Senior High. While there, Zori helped the staff with their daily tasks while having a chance to observe the orthodontists as they worked with patients. Chelsea Stine, Administrative Manager, said that having an intern this ...
READ MORE
two students stand in an office

Internship Spotlight: Richter Bogust & Jack Mulhare at RPA Engineering

Richter Bogust and Jack Mulhare, both seniors, recently completed a fall internship at RPA Engineering's headquarters in Wyomissing. While there, Richter and Jack worked on various tasks to assist and help organize projects for RPA's engineers and staff. Season Evans, RPA's Director of Marketing and Communications, said that both Richter ...
READ MORE
headshot of high school girl in front of a train mural

Internship Spotlight: Hannah Benderoth at the O’Pake Institute

Hannah Benderoth is a senior who completed a fall semester internship in marketing at the O'Pake Institute for Economic Development at Alvernia University in Reading. The program, which partners college students with businesses to mutually benefit both, recently began offering internships to high school students to also offer them an ...
READ MORE
Student stands in physical therapy office near wall

Internship Spotlight: Sean Smith at Taylored Physical Therapy

Sean Smith is a junior completing an internship with Taylored Physical Therapy, a physical therapy company specializing in orthopedic and sports injury prevention and rehabilitation. Nate Taylor, owner, says that having interns offers a great opportunity to connect not only with the students but with the community and was happy ...
READ MORE

Internship Spotlight: Donnie Beiber at Trace Pheasantry

Donnie Beiber is a senior completing an internship with Trace Pheasantry in Douglassville, a hatchery for pheasants, chukars, quail and partridges. Zach Trace, owner, said that he was initially nervous about taking on high school intern since he is only a few years out of high school himself, but Donnie's ...
READ MORE

Internship Spotlight: Madison Grider

Madison Grider is a senior completing an internship at FXV Digital Design, a marketing agency in Wyomissing. Freddy Vasquez, owner, says he's impressed with how helpful Maddie's been to his agency--particularly with creating content for social media: "Maddie is absolutely remarkable! Since she became part of our team, she's swiftly ...
READ MORE

Internship Spotlight: Sydney Burke & Abigail Rathman

Sydney Burke & Abigail Rathman are seniors completing an internship at Celebration Villa of Exeter. Sydney is focusing on Nursing, while Abigail is focusing on Human Resources. Heather McCool, the Executive Director of Celebration Villa, says that the district's partnership with the assisted living facility has been advantageous to both ...
READ MORE

November Internship Spotlight: Rachael Haldeman with BCTV

Rachael Haldeman is a senior completing an internship in video production at BCTV in Reading. Rachael, can you tell us a bit about what your plans are for after graduation? Have you selected a college and a major?I hope to get accepted into Temple University so I can attend there ...
READ MORE

October Internship Spotlight: Breckyn Donate with MG Architects

Breckyn Donate is a senior completing a for-credit internship in interior design at Muhlenberg Greene (MG) Architects, an architectural design, planning and construction company located in Wyomissing. Under the guidance of MG Architects' Jacob Sockel, Breckyn is currently working to design the set up of a major fundraising event, the ...
READ MORE

September Internship Spotlight: Ava Strauss with Jerry Geleff Media

Ava Strauss is a senior completing a for-credit internship in sports broadcasting with Jerry Geleff Media, a broadcasting and media production company covering high school athletics in Berks County. Mr. Jerry Geleff, owner, says he's thrilled to have Ava's help and believes that businesses benefit when they provide internship opportunities ...
READ MORE
young adult stands in front of hospital

Intern Spotlight: Sophie Johnson and the Reading Hospital

Internship Spotlight: Sophie Johnson, a senior, plans to attend a five-year college to become a physician assistant. She was looking for an internship where she had a great opportunity to become immersed in medicine and applied for a position at the Reading Hospital, which was a new opportunity for Exeter ...
READ MORE

Intern Spotlight: Taylor Hill and Anni B Monogramming

Internship Spotlight: Taylor Hill, a junior, plans to attend a four-year college for business following graduation and hoped to intern at a business where she could learn all the different aspects of running a small business, including marketing and finances. She was lucky to find a perfect match with Anni ...
READ MORE

Intern Spotlight: Reagan Ginsberg and Western Berks Ambulance Association

Reagan Ginsberg is completing a for-credit internship with the Western Berks Ambulance Association. Her profile was written by Avery Burke, a communications intern for the Exeter Township School District. Reagan Ginsberg is a senior at Exeter Township Senior High School and is the leader of Exeter Mini-THON. Outside of school ...
READ MORE

Intern Spotlight: Avery Burke and the ETSD

Avery Burke is a senior at Exeter Township Senior High School and is on the girls' tennis team. She is also a part of the Stage Crew and runs the sound for the plays and musicals. Avery is interning at the ETSD Administration Building in the Communications Department.  Q: Why ...
READ MORE

Internship Spotlight: Tanner Karas and C&S Medical Supply

Tanner Karas (left) is completing a for-credit internship in business with C&S Medical Supply in West Reading. His profile was written by Avery Burke, a communications intern for the Exeter Township School District. Tanner Karas is a senior at Exeter Township Senior High and is on the soccer and wrestling ...
READ MORE

Internship Spotlight: Taylor Mentzer and Integrated Surgical Specialists

Taylor Mentzer (right) is completing a for-credit internship in orthopedic surgery with Integrated Surgical Specialists in Wyomissing. Her profile was written by Avery Burke, a communications intern for the Exeter Township School District.  Taylor Mentzer is a senior at Exeter Township Senior High School and is on the varsity soccer ...
READ MORE

Our for-credit internship program provides students with the opportunities to explore careers that match their personal interests and skills while gaining real-world experience and mentorship in an occupational field. These hands-on experiences allow students to be better prepared for their future, and gives them the flexibility to experiment with different occupations before they invest their time, and money into further training or education after high school. 

Thanks to local community partners and business leaders, our internship program can provide these enriching experiences to the next generation of workers and industry leaders.

Whether you are a student looking to explore internships while gaining high school credit and real-world experience, or a business leader looking to provide internship opportunities to high school students, we look forward to hearing from you! Please contact Mr. Mark Ricketts, Career Internship Facilitator, by email or phone at 610-816-2471.

For Students

EXPERIENCE TO PLAN YOUR FUTURE

Exeter Township High School students are eligible to take part in the internship program during their senior year. Student interns will participate in a workplace experience, in regularly-scheduled assignments/journals, in meetings with the Internship Facilitator and business mentor and in an end-of-semester presentation. Internships are scheduled as a class during your fall or spring semester, or may be scheduled for the duration of your senior year. This experience may end up helping you decide which career path or college major is right for you. Please know that most internships are unpaid (but some may be paid).

Steps for those who are interested in pursuing an internship:

  1. Talk to Mr. Ricketts, the Career Internship Facilitator, and/or your counselor.
  2. Download, or take home and read the Internship Program booklet.
  3. Keep the overview section of the packet for future reference.
  4. Return application forms to Mr. Ricketts.
  5. After your core teachers fill out student recommendation forms, they will be scored and reviewed. 
  6. You will be notified of your status.
  7. Students accepted will schedule an Internship as a class with their counselor.
  8. Secure an internship site and return any needed business mentor clearances.

PARTICIPATION IN THE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM WILL PROVIDE YOU THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS:

  1. Network with professionals in the field that interests you.
  2. Get professional feedback
  3. Enhance your skills with hands-on experience
  4. Explore a career path and/or decide on a college major
  5. Strengthen your resume: An internship gives you an edge for admission to college or a job
  6. Find role models and mentors
  7. Gain confidence: Be ready to join the modern workforce
  8. A flexible school schedule to accommodate internship demands  

SUCCESSFUL INTERNS WILL:

  1. Represent the Exeter Township School District well by demonstrating high standards of citizenship and professionalism
  2. Assist in customizing their internship experience
  3. Work closely with the program coordinator and community partner
  4. Help develop expectations, responsibility and a work schedule
  5. Abide by the program expectations and meet all assignment deadlines set up by the Program Facilitator.
 
 
 
For Business Leaders

Thank you for taking the time to consider accepting one of our students as an intern during the school year. Our internship program helps students to immerse themselves in specific career fields and areas of study outside of the traditional school setting. The success of our program depends on a strong community partnership with local businesses such as yours.

Mentoring an intern is a rewarding but added responsibility for any individual or company. Our program is outlined below to help you make an informed decision about your ability to accommodate one of our student interns. 

  • Students choose the length of their internship based on individual schedule/goals:
    • Half year (Late August to mid-January or mid-January to early June)
    • Full year (Late August to early June)
    • Hours are dependent upon the student's schedulle and varies from 3.5 hours a week (full year) to 7 hours per week (semester).
  • Internship times are flexible—some occur during the school day and others occur outside of the school day during the evening/weekends.
  • Student interns can work on a variety of projects/tasks.
  • Internship supervisors are considered school district volunteers and as such are required to obtain the clearances described on our website.
  • Internship supervisors are asked to complete monthly evaluations of the intern.
  • An Internship Facilitator is assigned to each student and will provide support and oversight throughout the program. The facilitator will be available to address any questions, concerns or issues that may arise.

Internships can be unpaid or paid. If you feel that you will be able to accommodate a student intern during the school year, please add your business’ name to a list of local organizations willing to mentor an intern. Please contact Mark Ricketts at maricketts@nullexetersd.org or by phone at 610-816-2471 or complete this FORM to learn more. You can also view and download our Mentor Booklet HERE.

Your interest and support of the program and our students are greatly appreciated!