Level up your summer. Get paid. Gain real-world skills. Shape your future.
The Economic Development Council (EDC) Summer Internship Program is a powerful stepping stone for St. Lucie Public Schools high school juniors and seniors. This 6-week paid summer internship places students directly inside top Treasure Coast businesses, giving them firsthand exposure to the professional world.
This is not just another summer job — it’s a transformative career exploration opportunity where students get real-life experience, develop marketable skills, and often walk away with future job offers or professional references.
Whether you’re exploring career options, building your resume, or just looking for an incredible summer experience that pays — this program is designed for you.
What Makes This Program Unique?
Unlike traditional internships, the EDC Summer Internship Program immerses students in full-time, on-the-job learning across a variety of industries. From the first day of pre-employment training to the final week on the job, you’ll be supported, challenged, and inspired.
Through this experience, you’ll:
Develop soft skills such as teamwork, communication, and time management
Understand workplace culture, expectations, and professionalism
Gain technical experience in your field of interest
Build a professional network of mentors, supervisors, and peers
Strengthen your resume and prepare for college, trade school, or employment
Best of all? You’ll be paid $15/hour for your time and effort.
Program Overview
Program Dates: June–July (Exact dates announced in Spring)
Duration: 7 weeks total
Week 1: Pre-employment training and orientation
Weeks 2–7: Full-time hands-on internship
Stipend: $15/hour (paid bi-weekly)
Support Provided: Professional guidance, coaching, and a partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County
Career Sectors & Hands-On Roles
Internships are offered in high-demand, fast-growing industries, with job placements tailored to match students’ interests and school-based CTE (Career & Technical Education) programs.
Some of the industries include:
Healthcare & Medical Support
Business Administration & Marketing
Construction & Trades
Manufacturing & Engineering
Information Technology
Hospitality & Customer Service
Logistics, Marine, and more
Each position is a chance to try out a real job, build skills, and see what your future could look like.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify, students must:
Be a rising 11th or 12th grader enrolled in a St. Lucie Public School
Be at least 16 years old
Have reliable transportation to their assigned work site (this is not a school-sponsored field trip — it occurs during summer break)
Be able to work the assigned schedule and show up consistently
Be willing to join the Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County (if not already a member)
Don’t worry if you’ve never worked before — we’ll help you prepare through pre-employment training!
How to Apply
Applications for the 2026 Internship Cohort will be available both:
Right here on this page
Through your St. Lucie Public School guidance office
Be sure to check back in early Spring to access the application. Spots are limited and fill quickly!
Why You Should Apply
This program gives you a chance to:
Explore real-world careers before graduation
Build confidence and professionalism
Earn and save money
Make an impression on local employers
Open doors to full-time jobs, apprenticeships, or trade school opportunities
Many past interns have been hired by the same business they interned with or used the experience to land a related job soon after.
“This internship showed me I was capable of more than I thought. I left with confidence, a new job, and a clear plan for my future.” — Past Intern
A Note About School Requirements
This program takes place during summer break and is not a school-sponsored field trip.
As such:
Transportation is the responsibility of the student and family
Students must meet any eligibility or attendance expectations shared by their school or the EDC program coordinators
If you have questions about your eligibility, contact your school’s guidance office or reach out to us using the contact form
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