KHS REAL WORLD EXPERIENCES
COLLEGE & CAREER
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Kearney High School offers students valuable opportunities to gain real-world experience through
- Business Internships
- Cooperative Education Programs
- Field Experiences in Education
- Job Shadowing
These initiatives partner with local businesses and organizations to place students in meaningful work settings where they can apply classroom knowledge, develop professional skills, and explore potential career paths.
These valuable opportunities allow students to build connections within the community, gain insights into business operations, and strengthen their resumes before graduation.
By combining academic learning with hands-on experience, Kearney High School helps prepare students for both college and the workforce, giving them a strong foundation for future success.
INTERNSHIPS
Student Internships give KHS students the chance to work directly with local businesses or organizations, gaining real-world experience in a career field of interest. Internships often last a semester or more and help students build professional skills, make connections, and explore possible career paths.
COOPERATIVE EDUCATION
Cooperative Education (Co-Op) opportunities allow students to split time between school and paid employment related to their career goals. This structured program blends classroom learning with hands-on work experience, ensuring students earn both academic credit and valuable workplace skills.
FIELD EXPERIENCE
Field experiences are short-term, guided opportunities for students to visit workplaces, observe professionals, and gain insight into daily responsibilities in specific careers. These experiences help students connect what they are learning in school to real-world applications.
JOB SHADOWING
Job shadowing gives students the opportunity to spend a day—or part of a day—alongside a professional in their career area of interest. This experience provides an up-close look at the work environment, tasks, and skills required, helping students make informed decisions about future education and career plans.
If you are a local business interested in hosting a student internship, job shadow, or cooperative education experience, we would love to hear from you. Partnering with students allows you to showcase your industry, highlight career pathways, and build early connections with motivated, future employees. These experiences help students gain real-world skills while giving businesses fresh perspectives, added support, and the opportunity to invest in the next generation of the workforce—strengthening both your organization and our community.
Students interested in internships, job shadows, or cooperative education experiences are encouraged to contact us. These opportunities allow you to explore careers firsthand, build valuable workplace skills, and gain insight into what different jobs and industries are really like. Participating can help you discover your interests, make informed decisions about your future, and create meaningful connections with local professionals—all while preparing you for success after graduation