FWISD Vital Link Program June 28, 2016
Program Overview Week long, half-day internship program June 13-17 June 20-24 The program is designed to demonstrate the connection between what is learned in the classroom and what is needed for success in the workplace.
Participating Departments Park and Recreation Police Economic Development Library Public Events Neighborhood Services Fire Planning Municipal Courts City Manager’s Office
Developed park master plans Learned what it takes to be a FW Police Officer Learned how to start a small business
Learned about our library and its many functions (looked up historical documents) Saw what it takes to put on a special event at the Convention Center
Learned about weatherization Help wash a fire truck
Found out about our court system Learned about city planning
Allocated funds with the City Manager’s Office
The FWISD Vital Link Internship program allowed students the opportunity to find out more about our local government and explore careers in public service. Even if these internships don’t lead to a career in government, these youth were given a sense of how our organization works and will no doubt be more informed future voters and citizens of our great city. Thank you to all the departments and staff who took time out of their busy schedules to make this program a success.