Boston-area employers are invited to hire a student and invest in Boston’s future
Every summer, the City of Boston and the Boston Private Industry Council (PIC) join forces to place hundreds of Boston Public School (BPS) students at nearly 200 local businesses. Together these employers – which range from Fortune 500 companies to neighborhood small businesses – are helping us train and prepare the workforce of tomorrow.
If you are interested in joining other Boston-area companies in hiring BPS high school students as summer or school year interns, fill out this interest form or contact Josh Bruno, Employer Engagement Director.
In their own words...
Students provide value to the companies where they work.
Interns bring new energy to the workplace and meet real business needs. Supervisors value the time they spend with students and often report increased engagement with the company or organization after working with a student.
- Summer jobs build a talent pipeline for the local workforce. Career exploration and early work experience help ensure that young people have the knowledge and skills to be successful in their future careers.
- Early work experience is linked to future success. Students who work during high school have higher employment rates and higher earnings later in life.
- Internships develop supervisory skills. Employers encourage junior staff to take on internship supervision as a professional development opportunity.
- Internships can align with your corporate social responsibility and diversity goals. You can make a real difference in the lives of young people, while bringing in new and diverse perspectives.
- By participating in the Mayor’s Summer Jobs Campaign, your company can build brand awareness among students and families, other employers, and city officials.
PIC Career Specialists work closely with students prior to the summer to prepare them to join your workplace. Students go through a series of job readiness workshops and career exploration programs during the school year. PIC Employer Engagement staff are available throughout the school year and summer to address your questions and concerns, ensuring a productive and positive summer experience.
The PIC also supports industry-specific employer groups in healthcare, clean energy, and financial services. The healthcare group was created during the pandemic by a group of Boston hospitals to connect and share best practices, while the financial services and clean energy groups are in formation. Additionally, the long-running Tech Apprentice program connects BPS students interested in the tech sector to summer jobs and internships in private sector companies and community-based organizations.
Resources for Employers
Consult these resources, produced by the PIC and Employer Network members, for helpful information for starting and managing a successful high school internship program.