Chamber of Commerce Hawaii > Education & Workforce Development > Work-Based Learning
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Chamber of Commerce Hawaii’s Education & Workforce Development team partners with employers, educators and community leaders to create a skilled, local talent pipeline that meets our State’s workforce needs. Various programming gives students the opportunity to engage in work-based learning activities.
Explore internships, mentorship, and career programs connecting Hawaii students with local employers.
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Internship Opportunities
Gain hands-on experience with local employers by complex area.
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Do's and Dont's of the workplace
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Internship Opportunities
Chamber of Commerce Hawaii, in partnership with various HIDOE complex areas and employers, coordinates paid internship opportunities for high school students across participating schools. Opportunities, availability, and timelines vary by complex area and employer. This program is designed to support career exploration, build professional skills, and provide meaningful, paid work-based learning experiences.
Are you an employer interested in hosting a summer high school intern?
Chamber of Commerce Hawaii is seeking local employers to host a high school intern from the Campbell-Kapolei, Pearl City-Waipahu, and Nānākuli-Waiʻanae complex areas. Internship opportunities are for Summer 2026, June 8 through end of July and can be in-person, hybrid, or virtual. Explore the details for each complex area and fill out the interest form below.
For more information about Work-Based Learning opportunities for students and educators, contact Lord Ryan Lizardo, Vice President of Education at lrlizardo@cochawaii.org.