LINK
"At Animas High School in Durango, Colorado, all juniors complete an intensive internship in the first three weeks of March, during which time they do not attend classes. The Leading Internships for New Knowledge (LINK) program is an integral piece of the AHS curriculum, as it exemplifies our belief in the value of student-centered, personalized instruction that connects learning to the adult world. LINK takes students beyond the classroom walls in order to clarify personal, college and career goals while teaching invaluable professional skills and life lessons.
With support from the LINK Program Coordinator, students find internships either locally or further afield that allow them to dive deeply into their individual passions, interests and potential career paths. They are paired with LINK Mentors who generously share their time, energy and expertise. While on their internships, AHS juniors make meaningful contributions to their host businesses and organizations while also completing individual LINK Projects. LINK internships culminate with the LINK Exhibition, which is open to families, mentors and the community at large."
With support from the LINK Program Coordinator, students find internships either locally or further afield that allow them to dive deeply into their individual passions, interests and potential career paths. They are paired with LINK Mentors who generously share their time, energy and expertise. While on their internships, AHS juniors make meaningful contributions to their host businesses and organizations while also completing individual LINK Projects. LINK internships culminate with the LINK Exhibition, which is open to families, mentors and the community at large."
My Internship
For my internship, I will be working with Unlimited Tomorrow to create robotic arm prosthetics. During my adventure with this company, I will be learning how to use 3-d rendering programs to create the parts essential for manufacturing artificial arms. If you'd like to follow my story, be sure to check my glob where I'll be giving frequent updates on my time away on my internship.