Cherokee Workforce Collaborative

Some of the most significant achievements of the Cherokee Workforce Collaborate include the launch of Cherokee’s first-ever high school summer internship program, the development of free internship templates for local employers, and the creation of a comprehensive database of local industry sectors hiring Work-Based Learning students.

Other Notable Workforce Accomplishments  

• Funding approval for an interactive mobile workforce training lab highlighting the skilled professions through industry-specific training and hands-on experience
• A new COED website marketing Cherokee’s job, internship, and educational opportunities
• Cherokee Summer Internship Program
• Cherokee Skilled Professions Signing Day
• Coordination with the school district to match educational programs (CTAE/WBL) with industry needs
• The creation of a comprehensive database of local industry sectors hiring Work-Based Learning students
• The development of free internship templates for local employers
• Promotion of local career opportunities through the annual Cherokee Career Expo

Cherokee Summer Internship Program
Do you want to get paid for gaining real-world experience and networking with some of Cherokee’s top employers? Then the Cherokee Summer Internship Program may be the right fit for you! This competitive, 6-week program is open to all rising high school juniors and seniors who are interested in taking their skills to the next level. For more information, visit http://cherokeega.org/internship/.

Employers, email Justina Brown at jbrown@cherokeega.org to participate in this year’s program and to request the employer registration form.

Get Involved
Are you a local industry leader or educator with a passion for strengthening local talent? Become a member of the Cherokee Workforce Collaborative by emailing info@cherokeega.org.

Learn more about the collaborative by reaching out to the COED team.