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Needham Students Get Ready To Take Their First Steps Into The Working World
New internship opportunities will connect high school students with local businesses, nonprofits and career experiences beginning in 2027.
NEEDHAM, MA — The classroom is about to get a little bigger for Needham High School students. A new program called the Liftoff Network is preparing to launch at least 80 internship and job-shadowing opportunities during the 2027-28 school year.
Funded by a $50,000 grant from the Needham Education Foundation, the initiative will connect students with local businesses and organizations for hands-on experience in fields ranging from entrepreneurship and nonprofits to skilled trades.
The program's goal is to help teenagers explore career possibilities, build confidence and discover what they enjoy before graduation.
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