Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted recently announced that nearly 1,000 Ohio high school students participated in the 2024 High School Tech Internship program. The ESC was awarded the grant to serve as the intermediary for the Central Ohio region. In partnership with BridgED, the ESC helped to place 226 interns with educational entities and businesses across Central Ohio.
The goal of the program was to provide Ohio businesses with the tech talent they need while providing students with valuable work experience at an early age. Interns were expected to perform job duties similar to what is expected of an entry-level employee in technology roles that focus on software development, data, cloud and IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, broadband/5G, advanced mobility, and other in-demand technology-focused roles. This early exposure to cutting-edge fields helped students gain essential skills, making them better equipped for future academic and career opportunities.