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County’s General Services internship places students in skilled‑trades rotations; one intern hired
Summary
James City County’s General Services department described an eight‑week summer trades internship for high‑school juniors and seniors that rotates students through multiple trades disciplines; the county hired one intern into a staff position after the pilot year.
General Services staff described a new internship program designed to introduce high‑school students to skilled trades and public‑works careers. The eight‑week summer “trades wheel” rotates interns through electrical, HVAC, plumbing, landscaping, automotive and other trades while pairing them with master technicians and supervisors.
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