Hanover County Interns Gain Practical Experience in Local Government Roles
Hanover County, Virginia, is providing hands-on experience to students and recent graduates through its summer internship program. The program allows interns to work across various departments, including Public Works, Human Resources, and Social Services, among others. Apollo Hurley, a recent graduate in environmental science, is one of the interns working with the Department of Public Works to monitor stormwater outfalls. The internship program is designed to give participants practical experience and insights into local government operations. Interns like Hurley are involved in projects that build on the work of previous interns, contributing to a continuous improvement process. The program also emphasizes the importance of local government in everyday life, as highlighted by Nina Broderick, a public policy major, who noted the tangible impact of local governance.