Internships
A Touch of Understanding
Type of Internship: Unpaid Internship, part-time
Internship Description: Are you looking for ways that you can truly make a difference in children’s lives? We are looking for those interested in spreading the message of inclusion and who want to be a part of the ATOU Family, either as a speaker or to support our team with our workshop activity stations. Activity Instructors: Volunteers assist students with program activities. ATOU volunteers interact with students and guide them through activities at each station. Many help with loading and set-up of presentation equipment. Program Speakers: Individuals with disabilities share their personal stories and answer students’ questions. Speakers introduce new perspectives and provide insight through their honest stories and willingness to engage. High school and College students may earn community service hours by volunteering with ATOU.
Requirements: Currently ATOU has volunteers from 9 years old to 85 years old. Anyone under 16 is asked to be accompanied by an adult. Fingerprinting is required for each
Contact: Shanna Lowder at shanna@touchofunderstanding.org or 916-791-4146
Bohemian Bela Creative Co.
Type of Internship: Paid Internship & Unpaid Internship, part-time
Internship Description: Are you a high school Junior or Senior who can't get enough of TikTok or Instagram? Bohemian Bela Creative Co has the perfect internship for you! We are seeking a talented social media-savvy student who can bring a fresh perspective to our agency. As an intern at Bohemian Bela Creative Co, you will be part of a team dedicated to helping small businesses in El Dorado Hills grow their marketing reach and sales. You will learn how to use AI tools and leverage social media to promote businesses, as well as gain valuable knowledge in writing, sales, client acquisition, and work ethic. This is a paid internship that is part-time, with a commitment of about 10 hours of work per week. The best part is that this is a remote internship, so you can work from anywhere with an internet connection. Our employees currently work all over the globe! You will leave this internship with a greater knowledge base and feel empowered to enter both college and the workforce. Plus, we will write you a killer college recommendation letter. This is a 3-month internship with the possibility of a permanent position after. You will have a beautiful portfolio and a wealth of experience to back your skills. So if you're passionate about social media and want to learn how to make a career online, apply now to join our team at Bohemian Bela Creative Co!
Requirements: 16+ years old, passionate about marketing, access to social media platforms
Contact: Email bela@bohemianbela.com with a resume
California State Parks
Type of Internship: Unpaid
Internship Description: Think you want to join the California State Parks Family? Come and be an intern or job shadow us today. Learn about how the many careers with parks work together for the ultimate mission. Our internships are with our Interpretation and Education Division located in Sacramento, there you will learn about the many educational programs we provide to the public, discover all the different careers with state service, and make connections that can help you with your future.
Other Requirements: Must have computer knowledge of Microsoft, want to explore new social media platforms, be friendly, and have a love for the outdoors.
Contact: For more information email peter.ostroskie@Parks.ca.gov
El Dorado County Youth Commission
Type of Volunteer Opportunity: Unpaid, Part-time (twice per month September - May)
Job Description: The Youth Commission is supported by the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors (BOS) and El Dorado County Office of Education (EDCOE). Appointed student Commissioners are empowered to gather and express the opinions, ideas, and visions of our county’s youth, while gaining valuable leadership skills and knowledge about our county and local government.
Age Requirement: Grades 9-12 may apply. Must be at least 13 years old.
Apply: Interested students can apply here by September 10, 2021.
Cameron Park Community Services District
Type of Internship: Unpaid, Part-time, Summer only
Internship Description: We have several seasonal positions including Recreation Leader, Summer Camp, and Lifeguard
Age Requirement: Must be at least 15 years old. Some certifications may be required (please see job descriptions listed on their website)
Other Requirements: Must have computer knowledge of Microsoft, want to explore new social media platforms, be friendly, and have a love for the outdoors.
Apply: Students should visit https://www.cameronpark.org/employment-volunteer-opportunities to view open positions and applications. Applications may be emailed to kvickers@cameronpark.org.
Contact: For more information call 530-677-2231 or email kvickers@cameronpark.org.
Confluence Land Surveying
Type of Internship: Part-time, Full-time (after graduation), Summer only, Seasonal (details will be provided)
Internship Description: Land Survey Technician - Entry-level work learning the process of land surveying by working with professional land surveyors.
Age Requirement: 16 years old or older, Driver's License, Willingness to work outdoors, Computer Savvy
Apply: Email a cover letter and application to info@confluencelandsurveying.com
Contact: info@ConfluenceLandSurveying.com
El Dorado County Mineral and Gem Society
Type of Internship: Part-time, Seasonal (details will be provided), Unpaid
Internship Description: Lapidary artists and rock collectors wanted! Our internship program includes a one-year family membership as well as a chance to collect rocks and learn how to turn them into objects of art. The commitment is 3 days of training during winter break, and 2 hours each month of the spring semester (after school). All of this, including all the additional Society activities are free with your active participation. This is a great way to earn a college scholarship from our society (even if you do not major in geology). We have many volunteer opportunities available to help set-up, work in the kids activities, and clean-up after our Annual Rock and Gem Show. The Show is held the second weekend in April. All adults and teens can volunteer (and get in free!). Please contact us using our website in February or March.
Requirements: Must have your own transportation.
Apply: Please contact us using our website EDCMGS.org to ask questions and leave your contact info so we can discuss next steps.
Contact: office@edcmgs.org
El Dorado County District Attorney
Type of Internship: Unpaid, part-time, full-time, and seasonal internships available
Internship Description: We offer all types of internships! The minimum hourly requirement for high school students is eight hours per week for six months. Here you will assist the District Attorney's Office with scanning, file and trial prep, and other additional projects as needed. You will also have the opportunity to meet and speak with investigators, prosecutors, paralegals, and victim advocates to get a feel for what you find most interesting working in Law Enforcement.
Age Requirement: Must be at least 15 years of age with reliable transportation. Must also be able to pass a background check.
Contact: Please email our Intern Program Coordinator, Emily Idleman with a copy of your resume and cover letter informing her of your interest. emily.idleman@edcgov.us
Eskaton Village Placerville
Type of Internship: Part-time
Internship Description: Server at an Assisted Living community in Placerville. Hours are 3:30 - 7:30 p.m., 20 hr wk., paid training.
Age Requirement: Age 16 min., able to provide own transportation, comfortable with elderly people, speak and write clearly, be on time.
Apply: Express interest via letter or phone call to evelyn.mcgrath@eskaton.org (530) 295-3400.
Contact: evelyn.mcgrath@eskaton.org
Fashion Fatale
Type of Internship: Part-time, Full-time (after graduation), Summer only, Seasonal (details will be provided)
Internship Description: Paid student intern position available with our website management team.
Requirement: Junior or Senior college-bound with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Must be computer savvy and have reliable internet.
Apply: Email: employment@fashionfatale.com or call Lawrence; 530-680-8291
Contact: employment@fashionfatale.com
Golden Sierra Job Training Agency
Type of Internship: Part-time, Full-time (after graduation), Summer only, Seasonal (details will be provided), paid and unpaid internships available
Internship Description: All opportunities are customized to the individual's career and education goals.
Age Requirement: Must not be enrolled in High School or Post Secondary education.
Apply: https://goldensierra.com/application/
Contact: Call, text, or email Lori Hensley at Hensley@goldensierra.com, 916-298-3598
Los PINOS Restaurant
Type of Internship: Part-time, Full-time (after graduation), Summer only, and Seasonal (details will be provided). Paid and unpaid internships available.
Internship Description: Kitchen staff positions available. Learn how to prepare and work the line in a busy kitchen environment.
Requirements: Applicants must have or obtain a food handlers card within 30 days of employment. Applicants must have a desire to learn and work to improve kitchen operations.
Apply: Email jill@drylan.com or text 530-558-1913.
Contact: For questions, email Jill@drylan.com
Millennia Media, SPC
Type of Internship: Paid Internship, Part-time
Internship Description: High-tech electronics manufacturing
Age Requirement: Minimum 16 years old
Other Requirements: Applicants should have an interest in electronics
Apply: jobs@mil-media.com
Contact: For questions email jobs@mil-media.com
North State Building Industry Foundation
Type of Internship: Part-time, Full-time (after graduation), Seasonal (details will be provided).
Internship Description: 2021 Senior Hiring Event! Want to test-drive a career in the trades? Companies representing trades like carpentry, framing, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and others are coming together to offer graduating high school seniors PAID internships! See flyer for more details.
Age Requirements: Must be a graduating senior.
Apply: Pre-register (REQUIRED): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/91695035319
Contact: Celeste Lopez at Celeste@northstatebia.org
Sierra Wildlife Rescue Center
Type of Internship: Summer only, unpaid
Internship Description: Need help setting up Google Drive and Calendar for a non-profit organization.
Age Requirement: 16 or older
Other Requirements: Will work with the manager to set up and organize online document folders, able to scan and upload documents. Need to be proficient with Google Drive and Calendar
Apply: Please email Sierra Wildlife Rescue manager and provide your name, contact information and information about your Google experience. debbiebuckles@sierrawildliferescue.org
Smit's Solar and HVAC
Type of Internship: Paid, Part-time, and Full-time (after graduation) and seasonal options available
Internship Description: Solar / HVAC / Electrical / Service / Installation / Sales
Age Requirement: 18 years old
Other Requirements: Valid CA Drivers license
Apply: Students should email tm@smitssolutions.com
Snap Fitness - Personal Trainer
Type of Internship: Paid internship
Description: Get certified and be a personal trainer at the gym
Age Requirement: Must be 18 years old.
Apply: Stop by with your Resume, and phone in for an appointment 530-672-2777
Contact: For questions, please email Cindy Wake, Club Manager snapfitness@shinglesprings.com
Snowline Engineering
Type of Employment: Part-time, Full-time (after graduation), Summer only. Both Paid and Unpaid Interships available.
Job Description: CNC machining and welding
Age Requirement: 17 - 18 years old
Apply: Email michelar@snowlineengineering.com for next steps
Contact: Michela Reynolds, michelar@snowlineengineering.com, (530)677-2675
State Water Resources Control Board
Type of Employment: Part-time, Full-time (after graduation), Summer only, Seasonal (details will be provided)
Job Description: The State Water Boards offers exciting internship and youth aid opportunities. If you are interested in mentoring with professionals whose mission is to preserve, enhance and restore the quality of California’s water resources, this is an opportunity for you. The youth aid program offers opportunities to high school students to work and get paid during the summer break.
Age Requirement: Between the ages of 15 and 18
Apply:
Step 1: Create a CalCareers Account.
Step 2: Search for "State Water Resources Control Board Youth Aid positions".
Step 3: Read the job posting and duty statement and submit the required documents to apply.
Contact: Email SWRCB Recruitment Unit recruitment@waterboards.ca.gov
TC Power Equipment Repair
Type of Employment: Part-time, Full-time (after graduation)
Job Description: Power Equipment diagnostics and repair on 2 and 4 four-stroke engines.
Requirements: 16 years old and up with a valid drivers license
Apply: Email info@tcpower.net, call 530-748-2285, or come in person. at 6673 Merchandise Way, Diamond Springs, CA 95619
Contact: Alan Thordsen or Greg Jackson at info@tcpower.net