In addition to preparing students for active citizenship, the PHS Social Studies Department empowers students pursue world-class standards with skills and a sense of historical consciousness that will serve them well in the career path they choose. Students are encouraged to explore the links below to connect their classroom experiences to opportunities for employment and internships.
High School Seniors...Your help is needed! Apply to be a Precinct Election Official in Lake County
The Lake County Board of Elections invites high school seniors to serve as precinct election officials (PEO).
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James A. Garfield National Historic Site Internships AvailableThe James A. Garfield National Historic Site in Mentor, Ohio invites students interested in service hours or internships to work with the ranger staff to develop a unique learning opportunity that matches their individual interests. Students can gain experience in a variety of fields, from public relations to exhibition research, and project design.
To learn more contact Park Ranger May Lintern, Volunteer Coordinator, at 440-255-8722 or visit https://www.nps.gov/jaga/getinvolved/volunteer.htm |
Lake County History Center Internships Opportunities
The Lake County History Center in Painesville Township has internship opportunities available for students to:
If you have an interest, The Lake County History Center has a project. For more information or to get involved, please call Kathy Lupold, Volunteer Coordinator, at 440-639-2945 or send an email.
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The Perry Service Learning Program
Perry Service Learning (PSL) is an elective for seniors at Perry High School that combines English and social studies curricula with volunteer opportunities to promote social involvement through education and service. Students select one organization to volunteer with from the career pathway of their choice. Currently, PSL partners with over 40 organizations in the following fields:
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These volunteer experiences often help students to determine career paths and often result in employment after graduation. For a complete list of PSL partner agencies, please click here.