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How much are students paid?
Interns who are selected for a CFI are paid at the
following rates:
- Age 15 – 5.25 per hour
- Age 16-21 – 10.00 per hour
What types of internships are available?
During the 2016 Program year, DCPS CFI’s will include the following career fields:
- Information Technology
- Engineering
- Construction
- Environmental Science
- Hospitality and Tourism
- Business
- Government
- Culinary Arts
- Health Sciences
- Public Safety
Who is qualified to apply for a CFI?
DCPS students age 15 – 21 who are currently receiving, or have completed, employability skills training at their school. All CFI applicants must receive a recommendation from their employability skills instructor.
What are DC Public Schools (DCPS) Career Focused Internships (CFIs)?
The DCPS CFI Program is a unique collaboration between DCPS and DOES to provide select students with high level internship placements at host employers that align with our students’ career aspirations.