HIGH SCHOOL PATHWAY INTERNSHIP - DETENTION

HIGH SCHOOL PATHWAY INTERNSHIP - DETENTION

Salary

$0.01 Hourly

Location

Dorchester, SC, SC

Job Type

TEMPORARY PART-TIME

Job Number

02476

Department

HUMAN RESOURCES

Opening Date

08/20/2026

Closing Date

9/20/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

Target Audience - High school seniors in Dorchester County who intend to enter the workforce immediately following graduation.

To provide a foundational understanding of municipal operations, cultivate essential workplace skills, and introduce participants to career opportunities within Dorchester County Government.

Duties

Every intern is paired with a dedicated mentor within their host department. This mentor provides professional guidance, daily support, and continuous performance feedback throughout the program.

Qualifications

Must currently be enrolled as a high school Senior in Dorchester County.

Submit a formal application.

Provide one letter of reference from a teacher, counselor, or principal.

Successfully complete the formal interview process with Dorchester County staff.

Timeline: 20-week program running from January through May.

Commitment: Minimum of 8 hours per week; maximum of 20 hours per week (up to 400 total hours).

Additional Requirements

E.O.E. Dorchester County does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.

For more information on Dorchester County Government please view the information below:

https://www.dorchestercounty.net/index.aspx?page=227

Benefits for County Employees

County Employees may be eligible for a variety of State benefits associated with their employment. From a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, to generous annual and sick leave policies, to a solid and secure retirement system.

Healthcare Benefits

(Full-time employees)

Dorchester County is a part of the State Benefits Program. The State program offers its employees a comprehensive health and dental program, along with a wide array of supplemental insurance programs. South Carolina has long been committed to providing its employees the best possible insurance benefits at the greatest possible value. Weve maintained that commitment, too, even in the face of healthcare costs that continue to soar. You may refer to the link for more information.

www.eip.sc.gov/

Retirement Benefits

In addition to our health and dental insurance programs, all county employees are a part of the South Carolina Retirement System. These programs are designed to help provide county employees secure retirement alternatives that will best meet their needs. You may refer to the link for more information.

http://www.retirement.sc.gov/

Workplace Benefits

In addition, county employees may be eligible for other benefits, such as holidays, annual leave, and sick leave.

Note: The above benefits are available to most county employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or none of these benefits based on the benefits associated with each position. For these positions, please contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available for the particular position.

01

Are you currently a senior attending a school in Dorchester County and will be at least 18 years old come January?

• Yes
• No

02

If yes to above, list school name.

03

The governor of the State of South Carolina requires that anyone working in a Detention Center must be at least 18 years old and is required to complete a NCIC background check? Are you able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

04

Please enter your date of birth.

05

Do you plan to enter the workforce directly after graduation?

• Yes
• No

06

To participate in this program, you will be required to work a minimum of 8 hours a week. Are you able to satisfy this requirement?

• Yes
• No

07

If selected, I understand that the position being offered will require me to work in a jail, a confined controlled environment. Are you able to work in this type of environment?

• Yes
• No

08

Have you or are you currently enrolled in a specific program at the Dorchester County Career School?

• Yes
• No

09

If so, please list the program.

10

Are you able to work from January to May - 20 weeks?

• Yes
• No

11

To participate in this program, you are required to submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, or principal. Please attach. Are you able to satisfy this requirement.

• Yes
• No

12

Do you currently have a driver's license?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Dorchester County

Address 201 Johnston Street

St. George, South Carolina, 29477

Phone 843-832-1640

Website http://www.dorchestercountysc.gov