Application Process
How Do I Apply?
The Career Internship application process for the 2026-2027 school year IS NOW OPEN!
A presentation on the Internship Program will be held after school on January 8 in Room 121. Attendance at this presentation is not required to apply.
Information can also be found in the FAQ section of this web page (click link on the left).
STEP 1: Complete the Application. Carefully complete the online application, making sure to accurately fill in all requested information. Note that there is an essay requirement; the essay topic is “Tell us why you are interested in being selected for this program.” It is recommended that you complete the essay in a separate Google Doc prior to filling out any other part of the application so that it is ready to upload at the time you complete the application. You must be logged into your school Google account to complete the application; for this reason it is recommended that you complete your application on your school-issued Chromebook.
STEP 2: Get Teacher Recommendations. You must ask your homeroom teacher plus two other teachers if they will fill out an online recommendation form for you. To do this, follow the directions in the Teacher Recommendations file.
NOTE: Students who are accepted into the Career Exploration Internship Program will have the program automatically added to their schedules. The program will not take up a period during the student’s regularly scheduled school day. However, all students who apply should make sure that they have the time to dedicate to completion of the program components.
Submit all applications and recommendations by February 6, 2026.
Questions? Contact Mrs. Casto at kcasto@opschools.org.
For Teachers Making Recommendations:
If a student has asked you to complete a recommendation for him/her, please use the appropriate form below to do so. You must complete a separate form for each student. If you have any questions, please contact Kristen Casto, Internship Coordinator, at kcasto@opschools.org. Thank you!
HOMEROOM Teacher Recommendation Form
NOTE: THE TWO ABOVE FORMS ARE FOR TEACHER USE ONLY!