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Undergraduate Student Internships


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LEA Site Supervisor Onboarding on 1/14/26
The team discussed specific protocols for intern onboarding, including scheduling, clearance status updates, and communication expectations between site supervisors and interns. The meeting emphasized the importance of maintaining open communication, addressing issues promptly, and ensuring a positive experience for interns, with particular attention to wage compliance and time tracking procedures.
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LEA Next Steps on 10/23/25
The application period for students was extended, with specific hiring limits to be communicated, and the program outlined a comprehensive timeline for reviewing applications, scheduling interviews, and finalizing hires by December. Manpower was introduced as the employer of record, with responsibilities for handling intern payroll and compliance, while both program leaders emphasized the importance of clear communication and support for interns throughout the onboarding process.
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LEA Information Session on 8/27/25
The recruitment and onboarding process was outlined, including application timelines, hiring procedures, and training requirements, with a target start date of February 2nd following completion of necessary clearances and training in January.
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Education Work Experience Program Highlights:

Community College Student Interns can be assigned responsibilities similar to: academic tutor, instructional aide/assistant, extended day before/after school care

All students earn $20/hour, paid by the grant

Students work onsite, in-person

Students can work part-time up to 19.5 hrs/week, 240 hours total through the end of the school year (this includes + 20 hours of Training / Onboarding)

Internship can start as early as February 2, 2026

K-16 Collaborative Responsibilities:

  • Contract with Employer of Record (Manpower)
  • Create student application & outreach to community college students to apply
  • Conduct initial screening of applicants
  • Work with LEAs to coordinate placements and clearances
  • Cover all hourly wages and training before / during the school year, up to 240 hrs
  • Facilitate training and ongoing support for participants

School District (LEAs) Responsibilities:

  • Interview college student applicants
  • Manage fingerprinting and medical clearances
  • Signed MOA
  • Provide any mandatory district trainings
  • Determine site placements
  • Provide mentorship, set clear expectations, and communicate with site personnel
  • Provide an onsite supervisor who can approve electronic timecards

Position Requirements & Limitations:

  • Host LEA’s must be a public K-12, public charter, and/or alternative school
  • Internship roles must be student-facing, preferably in a classroom setting
  • Interns must be under the direct supervision of a district employee and have access to a direct supervisor
  • We advise against leaving interns alone with K-12 students unsupervised
  • Interns should not be assigned to work with students with moderate to severe disabilities
  • The availability of student interns will vary depending on college course schedules. However,  the ideal experience for the interns would be to work closely with 1-2 teachers per semester.
  • The K-16 Collaborative hopes to facilitate open and honest communication between the intern, supervisor, and the district. Districts are responsible for informing the K-16 Collaborative Team of any issues related to the performance or conduct of student interns.
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  • Student Intern Preparation

Student interns will receive approx. 15 hours of additional training, organized and facilitated by the K-16 Collaborative Grant team. This training will help prepare interns to work effectively with K-12 students and to better understand next steps involved in pursuing a career in education.

  • Ongoing Support

The K-16 Collaborative Grant team will also offer an ongoing Community of Practice (CoP) for student interns to share and reflect on experiences and best practices throughout the school year.