Turlock Chamber of Commerce offers internships for students and recent graduates interested in seeking valuable work experience in business administration, marketing, and public/civic partnerships.
Program participants have the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to the Chamber’s mission to promote student achievement and preparation for future career competitiveness by fostering business and community engagement preparing students to work in business, leadership, or entrepreneurship.
The Chamber offers internships year-round but aligns most student programs with the semester. The length of time that an intern is with the Chamber is based on the internship program that they are participating in and/or circumstances.
Program participants have the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to the Chamber’s mission to promote student achievement and preparation for future career competitiveness by fostering business and community engagement preparing students to work in business, leadership, or entrepreneurship.
The Chamber offers internships year-round but aligns most student programs with the semester. The length of time that an intern is with the Chamber is based on the internship program that they are participating in and/or circumstances.
Types of Internship Programs
Student Ambassador Volunteer Program
An eight-to-ten-week program that offers volunteer opportunities to students enrolled in accredited high schools. Students who participate in the program will gain educational experience in their field of study or career interest and will develop personal and professional skills. This program provides flexible scheduling for high school students. No experience required.
Student in Business Internship
A six month to yearlong program that offers volunteer opportunities to students enrolled in accredited high schools. Students who participate in the program will gain educational experience marketing and business administration. Interns develop personal and professional skills by leading part of a chamber project they help develop under the direct supervision of the Executive Director. This mentorship opportunity is limited to qualified applicants only. These programs provide flexible scheduling for high school students but require a commitment of 3-5 hours per week (based on portfolio project size). High school interns are expected to volunteer on weekdays after school.
College Internship Program
This program accepts college students from accredited institutions with a wide variety of qualifying experience to develop skills and confidence in their role as a future leader. Internship is for students in undergraduate programs offering either part- or full-time experience at the Chamber or its local businesses so students explore career paths related to their academic fields of study or career interests. As a volunteer intern you will provide support to the Chamber of Commerce, local businesses, and nonprofits, and may help with community events. Minimal experience required.
Graduate Fellowship Program
This six months to one-year unpaid leadership development program promotes careers in the business or marketing to recent graduates and those pursuing their Master’s degree. Fellows develop personal and professional skills by leading a dynamic project they help create under the direct supervision of a mentor. Fellows will be asked to propose a project prior to acceptance for consideration and then be given the support needed to pilot their idea in our community.
An eight-to-ten-week program that offers volunteer opportunities to students enrolled in accredited high schools. Students who participate in the program will gain educational experience in their field of study or career interest and will develop personal and professional skills. This program provides flexible scheduling for high school students. No experience required.
Student in Business Internship
A six month to yearlong program that offers volunteer opportunities to students enrolled in accredited high schools. Students who participate in the program will gain educational experience marketing and business administration. Interns develop personal and professional skills by leading part of a chamber project they help develop under the direct supervision of the Executive Director. This mentorship opportunity is limited to qualified applicants only. These programs provide flexible scheduling for high school students but require a commitment of 3-5 hours per week (based on portfolio project size). High school interns are expected to volunteer on weekdays after school.
College Internship Program
This program accepts college students from accredited institutions with a wide variety of qualifying experience to develop skills and confidence in their role as a future leader. Internship is for students in undergraduate programs offering either part- or full-time experience at the Chamber or its local businesses so students explore career paths related to their academic fields of study or career interests. As a volunteer intern you will provide support to the Chamber of Commerce, local businesses, and nonprofits, and may help with community events. Minimal experience required.
Graduate Fellowship Program
This six months to one-year unpaid leadership development program promotes careers in the business or marketing to recent graduates and those pursuing their Master’s degree. Fellows develop personal and professional skills by leading a dynamic project they help create under the direct supervision of a mentor. Fellows will be asked to propose a project prior to acceptance for consideration and then be given the support needed to pilot their idea in our community.
Why take an unpaid internship at the Chamber?
Leadership works to tailor each intern's experience to the interests and skills of the student alongside the needs of our office.
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The chamber offers internship opportunities in the following areas:
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In addition to the opportunities within their offices, students and recent graduates are encouraged to participate in Chamber sponsored events, such as but not limited to:
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While the Chamber offers internship opportunities in the fall, winter, spring, and summer. The duration internship opportunities can vary depending on the program that the student or recent graduate is participating in.
Please note that availability of unpaid internships and fellowships does fluctuate. Some opportunities require specialized subject knowledge to qualify, and some programs have a positive education requirement.
In addition, volunteer/unpaid internships may be non-competitively converted to a permanent position; however, conversions are not mandatory or guaranteed. For additional information on the Pathways Programs, please email [email protected]
In addition, volunteer/unpaid internships may be non-competitively converted to a permanent position; however, conversions are not mandatory or guaranteed. For additional information on the Pathways Programs, please email [email protected]
The Application Process
Please note that, for all programs, the dates are approximate. Based on a student's or recent graduate's availability, internships can begin or end before or after the typical semester deadlines. Some programs can last up to 1-year.
To apply for an internship opportunity at the Chamber, applicants must meet the following criteria:
To apply for an internship opportunity at the Chamber, applicants must meet the following criteria:
High School Student Eligibility
College & Graduate Eligibility
All applicants are required to submit
Application packets can be emailed to [email protected] or dropped off at the chamber office
Monday - Friday between 9:00am - 12:00pm.
Applications are not accepted through the mail without prior approval.
- Be at least 16 years of age
- Attend an accredited high school
- Have permission from the institution at which he/she is currently enrolled to participate in internship program
- Be enrolled not less than half time in a course of study related to the work to be performed
College & Graduate Eligibility
- Be at least 16 years of age
- Be accepted for enrollment or enrolled and seeking a degree or certificate in a qualifying educational institution (college, graduate program, junior college, trade school, certification program) on a half- to full-time basis (as determined by the educational institution)
- Meet the definition of a student throughout the duration of your appointment
- Meet the qualification standards (e.g., series and grade) of the internship position in which he/she is applying
All applicants are required to submit
- Internship Application
- Letter of Recommendation
- Personal statement
- Proof of eligibility from your school
Application packets can be emailed to [email protected] or dropped off at the chamber office
Monday - Friday between 9:00am - 12:00pm.
Applications are not accepted through the mail without prior approval.
Community Volunteers
Adult volunteers not associated with a local school can contact us at [email protected] for more information.