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  • INTERNSHIPS

    Senior students complete 280 hours at a business location under the supervision of a mentor in the areas:

      • Media Design:  Video Production, Graphic Design, Web Design
      • Software Applications, Web Development
      • Networking Administration & Cybersecurity
      • Microcontrollers, Electronics, CAD, IT Services and Device Repair

    The following are hiring times for MTCHS Interns:

    • Summer Intern (280 Hours)
      • Interview & hire in May
      • Begin internship in end of May after the last day of school
      • 20-25 hours (minimum) up to 40 hours per week, must attend Monday-Friday at the business office location
    • Fall-Spring Intern (280 Hours)
      • Interview & hire in August/September
      • Intern hours are between 1:00-5:00 PM
      • 10 (minimum) to 20 hours per week, must attend Monday-Friday at a business office location
    Student compensation will be in the form of 5 graduation credits. 
    Wages and/or stipend will be offered at discretion of the employer.


    For more information, contact Duane Erickson, Work Based Learning Coordinator:

      • 208-994-7572
      • duane.erickson@mtchs.org

  • JOB SHADOWS

    Host a junior student to experience the business work environment for a day.

    Students are able to meet and observe professionals in the technology industry.

    Expose students to company culture and organizational structure.


    To host a student, please contact Duane Erickson, MTCHS Work Based Learning Coordinator:

    • 208-994-7572
    • duane.erickson@mtchs.org

  • PROJECTS

    A project provides students with the opportunity to apply both customer service and technical skills, providing a link to the business community. 

    Projects are completed under the direction of technology teachers and are an extra volunteer student project. 

    Please contact the instructor for the project area:

    • Software & Web Development:  Duane Erickson, duane.erickson@mtchs.org, Stephen Mathie, stephen.mathie@mtchs.org
    • Media Arts:  Ben Taylor, ben.taylor@mtchs.org
    • IT Systems, Support & PC Repair:  Nathan Bushard, nathan.bushard@mtchs.org
    • Microcontrollers, CAD, IT Services & Device Repair:  Nathan Bushard, nathan.bushard@mtchs.org

    Projects are in addition to regular course work. 

    Student compensation will be in the form of volunteer service hours, stipends, and/or scholarships.