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Event by Adult Education Foundation of Blount County and Blount Partnership
Blount County Public Library
Public · Anyone on or off Facebook
DEADLINE TO APPLY: June 5, 2026
Are you between the ages of 17–30 and exploring your career options? Curious about careers in hospitality and tourism? Join this paid summer internship program to gain real-world experience, build professional skills, and earn while you learn!
Program Dates: June 15 – July 29, 2026
Locations: Blount County Public Library and participating hospitality & tourism businesses throughout Blount County
Apply online here:
https://forms.gle/qM3vDdX2Ku3UTMDr6
Applicants will be contacted by phone to schedule an interview.
Selected participants will be notified by June 6, 2026.
Classes begin June 15 at the Blount County Public Library.
For more information, contact:
Jackie Taylor
(865) 680-7668
jackie@jataylor.net
PROGRAM SCHEDULE
June 15 – July 2
Workforce Readiness & Soft Skills Training
• 13 half-days (60 hours total) at the Blount County Public Library Learning Lab and online
• Monday–Friday, 12:30–4:30 PM
• Training includes communication, professionalism, technology skills, customer service, resumes, interviewing, and workplace success strategies
• Participants will also tour local hospitality businesses and college hospitality programs
July 6 – July 24
Paid Internship Experience
• Up to 100 hours of paid hands-on experience with a local hospitality or tourism company
• Participants will gain real-world job experience and industry exposure
• Internship placements are matched based on participant interests and company availability
July 27-29
Career Readiness, Follow-Up & Capstone Presentation
• 3 half-days (12 hours total)
• Includes career follow-up, continued professional development, and participant presentations
Participants must complete all program components.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Participate in workforce readiness and professional skills training
Complete a paid internship with a local company
Build career connections and workplace experience
Participate in follow-up training and presentation activities
WHAT YOU’LL GAIN
Paid work experience in hospitality and tourism
Technology and transferable workplace skills
Resume, reference list, and interview preparation
A certificate of program completion
Valuable professional connections with local employers
Opportunity to be considered for future employment with participating companies
Event Location: Blount County Public Library
508 N Cusick St, Maryville, TN 37804-5714, United States
