Community Service Learning Elective: Local Business/Organization - Hillsboro High School

This semester course is designed to engage our youth in a meaningful internship placement that closely parallels a student's career pathway interest. This course introduces students to many of the main tasks and functions of a particular career or organization. Working in conjunction with a local business, corporation or non-profit, students will support projects related to the agency's primary work. The course will serve the purpose of developing leadership, problem-solving and practical skills related to the world of work. The internship experience and skills gained in this course will benefit students by developing college and career readiness skills as well as developing their civic skills as citizens in their community working with local businesses and agencies. Students interested in taking this course must see counselor for application. Approval is required prior to enrollment. In order to earn the 0.5 credit, students must complete 65 hours.