The Grow Our Own Summer Internship Program is back, continuing its commitment to developing our students! This unique opportunity, offered by our Department of College and Career Readiness, provides students with hands-on experience and skill development through internships within our own district offices and buildings. We are proud to offer this annual program, allowing students to gain real-world insights and contribute to our community. Admitted students will -
complete a paid 40-hour internship this summer.
be enrolled in a required, asynchronous and synchronous Work-Based Learning seminar course (qualifies as 1 high school WBL credit) on Canvas and Google Meet.
Who is eligible to apply?
Rising juniors and seniors (16 years old by July 1, 2025) currently enrolled in Chesapeake Public Schools.
Where are the internship opportunities?
Students will complete their internship in one of our school district’s many departments! Program coordinators will place students in their work assignments after assessing student applications.
How do interested students apply?
Applications are now closed. Completed online applications were due Friday, April 11, 2025.
Access to the application is limited to CPS students only. Students must use their school email address to apply. For more information about the program and to access the application link, review the 2025 Grow Our Own Fact Sheet.