Board approves 2026 summer internship rules prioritizing Columbia County applicants
Supervisors approved changes to the county summer internship/diploma program: DPW interns must hold driver's licenses, pay remains $17.25 with a $0.50 raise for returning trainees, and county residents receive hiring priority with supervisors authorized to recommend outside candidates if slots remain.
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The board approved changes to the 2026 summer internship program, including a requirement that DPW interns hold driver's licenses, maintenance of a $17.25 starting hourly rate, and a $0.50 increase for returning, trained youth (to $17.75). The presenter said the program remains budgeted and aims to offer training and potential college-credit opportunities to participants.
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