Clatsop WORKS Paid Summer Internship Program

The Clatsop WORKS Program provides local students, ages 16 and up, with professional, paid internships in Clatsop County, with the goals of community building, economic development, promoting local career opportunities, and retaining local talent.

Clatsop WORKS Internship Program Statistics

Measurements	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Host Sites (Employers)	11	14	12	12	20	35
Intern applications	55	75	116	44	85
Internship Positions available	17	40	43	14	50	62
Interns Hired	17	22	18	14	31
Professional Development Events	8	7	7 (Virtual Events)	7	8	8

What our Interns Say

“A wonderful program! They offered resume workshops, mock interviews, and were involved throughout the whole interview process. Even during the actual internship I could turn to any of the CW staff members and ask questions, or get advice. I really do feel like this whole process has set me up for a lot of great work.”

Brittany V.2019 Lower Columbia Preservation Society Intern

“My internship was an amazing experience and I’m so happy to have been a part of it- this was my favorite impulsive application thus far!”

Anya H.2020 Intern

“I am extremely glad that I applied for Clatsop Works. It was great to not only gain work experience, but work in a field that I am interested in at a young age. One of my favorite parts of the internship was how much I learned and how much knowledge I gained. I feel I am definitely more prepared for when I am ready to enter the work force.”

Serena M.2020 Intern

“This internship is going above and beyond my expectations. I have the opportunity to use skills from my previous writing degree and my current accounting degree!”

Jaime M.2021 Lower Columbia Preservation Society Intern

“I definitely feel supported, that is one thing that I have really appreciated about my mentors is that they always say that if I need anything or if I have a question or concern, I can go talk with them.”

Giovanni M.2021 Hampton Lumber Mill Intern

I was able to learn first-hand how a hospital runs. Being with doctors throughout my internship has taught me a lot. It has made me more knowledgeable about this career field. This internship has made me very likely to strive for a medical career in the future -an internship like this can really help you prepare for the future ahead of time by shadowing amazing healthcare providers!

Brady J2022 Intern Providence Seaside Hospital

“I received a job offer -they want me to continue on after my internship is over! Thank you so much! Clatsop works has helped me so much in finding out what I want to do, and I wouldn’t have gotten this opportunity without this program.!!!”

Delaney P.2022 Columbia Memorial Hospital Intern

“I’m grateful for the opportunity to explore careers and learn about the work experience. This experience will help determine what steps I take upon graduating and give me a template to use for my future career path.”

Kaden G.2022 Coastal Restoration intern

“I thought an internship through Clatsop WORKS would be a great opportunity to do meaningful work this summer in an area of interest. It’s been great -I’ve learned so much!”

Seth H.2022 Haystack Rock Awareness Program intern

“Clatsop WORKS offered many internship possibilities in my area of interest. What excites me is the opportunity to gain some work experience for my future career.”

Zander M.2022 Clatsop County Planning Dept. intern

This internship has been the best. I am grateful for the opportunity that Clatsop WORKS has provided me. I couldn’t imagine any other summer job that would have been better than this one.

Brady J.2022 intern at Providence Seaside Hospital

Clatsop WORKS Paid Summer Internship Program

Clatsop WORKS Internship Program Statistics

What our Interns Say

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