Competitive Employment Opportunities (CEO) seeks professionals who want to share their passion for their work with a DCPS high school student. CEO is a manageable commitment for mentors that makes a meaningful impact for students. Apply today!
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How do I become a CEO Program mentor?
To become a CEO Program mentor please visit the Interested Mentors / Partners section of our website and complete a mentor application. After you complete a mentor application we will contact you to discuss next steps. We would love to have you!
What are the responsibilities of a CEO Program mentor?
CEO Program mentors attend bi-monthly career focused project sessions in order to assist interns with the design and completion of a project that demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary for success at the workplace.
CEO Program mentors also serve as the primary supervisor for interns during the summer internship.
What are the mentor time commitments?
Career focused project sessions take place bi-monthly on either Tuesdays or Thursdays from 4:30pm – 6:00pm. This adds up to roughly a four hour time commitment each month. CEO Program mentors also serve as the primary supervisor for interns for 80 hours during the summer internship.
Is the CEO Program free for mentors and partner organizations?
Yes, the CEO Program is free for mentors and partner organizations. There is no monetary cost to participate, as interns are paid through a partnership between DC Public Schools and DC Department on Disability Services, Rehabilitation Services Administration.
What is the career focused project?
The career focused project is a project that demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary for success in an interns career field of interest. The focus of each project is determined by the intern and mentor during the first two career focused project sessions. CEO Program staff are available to assist with project ideas if necessary.