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County proclaims National Intern Day, highlights paid internship program and hiring pipeline
Summary
The Commissioners Court proclaimed July 30 as National Intern Day in El Paso County, recognized the Carl McElhaney paid internship program and staff reported that 40 interns participated in the pilot with 17% hired into county positions to date.
The Commissioners Court on July 27 recognized National Intern Day in El Paso County and spotlighted the county’s Carl McElhaney paid internship program, which county staff said began as a two‑year pilot and has expanded through partnerships with local colleges.
Valeria Fernandez of Human Resources told the court the pilot launched with 40 interns, and HR reported that about 17% of participants have since been hired as county employees. United Way and other partners also described student placements and a communications video that highlights intern work across county departments; multiple interns introduced themselves in the gallery. County leaders said the program helps the county expand capacity and creates a pipeline for hiring in public service.
Commissioners applauded the program and encouraged continued investment. County staff announced operations for July 30 to provide free headshots and swag for participating interns.
