Pathways2Careers Program
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Hosted by the Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce, the Pathways2Careers program connects local high school and high-school-level homeschool students with businesses in Greater Williamsburg. Each business tour takes place in the evening, and dinner is provided. Attire is business casual, which includes polos, button-down shirts, blouses, sweaters, dresses, skirts, pants, and close-toed shoes. To end the program, students will have the opportunity to apply internships and externships with our Business Partners. Students in grades 11 and 12 will also have the opportunity to interview to receive one of two college or trade school scholarships. There is no cost to participate in the program. The 2023-2024 program applications are open below.
TOUR LOCAL BUSINESSES
Students will tour five local businesses, showcasing lucrative career paths and establishing lifelong industry connections. Business Partners have previously included HMP Properties, Chesapeake Bank, WYDaily / 92.3 FM The Tide, and more. The 2023-2024 Business Partners will be announced soon. Thirty minutes of the evening will be reserved for dinner.
INTERNSHIPS & SCHOLARSHIPS
Learn interview tips from program advisors, and put your skills to the test! To end the program, students will have the opportunity to apply internships and externships with our Business Partners. Students in grades 11 and 12 will also have the opportunity to interview to receive one of two college or trade school scholarships.
APPLY to be a Business host for the 2023-2024 PROGRAM
Applications for Business Hosts for the 2023-2024 program are open below. If you have any questions, please contact Ann Bowe, Programming & Engagement Coordinator for the Greater Williamsburg Chamber.