United Way of Southwest Virginia fights for the health, education and financial stability of every person in Southwest Virginia because they are the building blocks for a good quality of life.

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As the needs of Southwest Virginians change, so too do the best practices for meeting those needs.

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Join us in our fight for our friends and neighbors in Southwest Virginia by exploring the options below.

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United Way of Southwest Virginia fights for the health, education and financial stability of every person in Southwest Virginia because they are the building blocks for a good quality of life.

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Internships bridge the gap between the worlds of learning and work by connecting students and schools with employees and employers.

For more information about internships opportunities near you, contact your Ignite School Coordinator.

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Job Shadowing

Do you have a student who may not be available to complete an internship, but may be interested in a short term job shadow opportunity? Contact us and we will check availability in your area to connect students!

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2023 Ignite Interns

  • Braxton McGlothlin - CGI Federal - HS Internship, Technical
  • Brittany Ricketts - Lee County Public Schools, Information Technology Assistant
  • Brylee Lunsford - Washington County Public Schools, Custodial Assistant, John S. Battle High School
  • Carson (Kenneth) Boyd - West River Conveyors, General Laborer
  • Carter Lester - New Peoples Bank, Inc., Digital Relationship Banker
  • Courtney Blevins - Smyth County Public Schools, Administrative Intern, Smyth County High Schools
  • Dalton Sturgill - Norton City Schools, IT Assistant
  • Elizabeth Calton - Lee County Public Schools, Clerical Assistant
  • Ethan King - CGI Federal, HS Internship - Administrative
  • Hannah Ricketts - Lee County Public Schools, Information Technology Assistant
  • Henry Blake Long - Lee County Public Schools, Custodian
  • Jonathan Irvine - New River Community College, Computer Lab Technician
  • Julia Largen - 1901 Group, A Leidos Company, Technical Writing Intern
  • Kamran Corbin - Lee County Public Schools, Custodian
  • Kassy Crigger - Wythe County School District, Custodial/Maintenance Intern
  • Lakyn Austin - Smyth County Public Schools, Administrative Intern, Smyth County High Schools
  • Lauren Stauffer - Whitetop Yoga, Studio Assistant
  • Mackenzie McConnell - Bristol Virginia Public Schools, Special Education Clerical Assistant Intern
  • Nathan Stiltner - West River Conveyors, General Laborer
  • Noah Elkins - Norton City Schools, Food Service Worker
  • Paige Doss - Lee County Public Schools, Information Technology Assistant
  • Rosalind Weeks - 1901 Group, A Leidos Company, Technical Writing Intern
  • Sierra "Rehgan" Sensabaugh - Norton City Schools, Custodian Assistant
  • Zane Griffin - Smyth County Public Schools, IT Support

Contact Information

If you have questions, need support, or would like additional information, contact one of our Youth Success staff members.

Crystal Breeding
Director of Education
Office: 276-525-4073

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Program Resources

2024 Ignite Internship Coordinator Manual

2024 Ignite Internship Coordinator Manual

2024 Ignite Internship Flyer

2024 Ignite Internship Flyer

2024 Ignite Internship Intern Manual

2024 Ignite Internship Intern Manual

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