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MeckPathways HS Recruitment Flyer 2026.pdfMeckPathways Google Form Link: MeckPathways 2026 Interest Form & Application Link
Thanks for your interest in applying for the MeckPathways high school internship program for Summer 2026. As an intern for Mecklenburg County, you’ll gain exposure to the real world, make important connections through our vast network of professionals, and gain a competitive edge that makes you standout. If you are civic-minded and want to make an impact in our community, this is the opportunity for you. Students who are placed will earn $15 an hour! After completion and submission of this Google form you will be given a direct link where you can apply for the MeckPathways program. This link will be found in the Google Form confirmation that you will receive immediately after submitting this form.
The order in which applications are received will play a factor in potential placement, so don't wait until the last minute to apply!
Applicant Requirement:
Applicant must be a current or rising CMS high school junior or senior
Minimum Age: 16 years old by April 3, 2026
Must have a Social Security Number
For more information on the MeckPathways internship program, click on the link below:
The MeckPathways application is only available from Monday, February 2 - Monday, March 2, 2026. Please click on the following link for a list of the departments that you may select for potential placements. https://www.mecknc.gov/Departments
Click on the following for an additional description of Mecklenburg County Departments
About:
Mecklenburg County offers internship opportunities in several departments. Internships are a great way to get valuable, hands-on knowledge in a career field of interest. As an intern for Mecklenburg County, you’ll get exposure to the real world, make important connections through our vast network of professionals, and gain a competitive edge that makes you standout. If you are civic-minded and want to make an impact in our community, check out the opportunities available and contact us.
What is Meckpathways?
MeckPathways is a partnership between Mecklenburg County Government and Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools. The program provides students an opportunity to gain professional work experience that connects their classroom experiences and potential career choices. The goal of the program is to provide a variety of opportunities for students to learn about public service professions.
Other Information:
Program Dates: June-August
Potential Work Week: 20-40 hours per week
Pay Rate: $15.00 per hour
Applicant Requirement
Applicant must be a CMS high school junior or senior
Minimum Age: 16 years old by May 3, 2025
Must have a Social Security Number
No experience is required
Essay Prompt: “I want to work with Mecklenburg County because…..”
*1 to 2 pages
* Double space
* 1-inch margin
*Font: Arial
*Font Size: 12
*Your name (top right)
*Title in the middle of the page
*3-4 paragraphs:
-Introduction (who you are and why are you motivated to work for the county)
-What 5 departments/career fields interest you and why---Link to departments: https://www.mecknc.gov/Departments
-How/Why would you make a good candidate if selected
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