Path to Purpose is a countywide high school internship initiative designed to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world experience. Designed in partnership with Sonoma County Office of Education, Path to Purpose is aimed at providing equitable access to high school internships and a streamlined experience for employers.
Path to Purpose provides equitable access to high-quality internship experiences for high school juniors and seniors in Sonoma County. Internships are 40 or more hours throughout the Spring semester.
We also make it simple and rewarding for local employers to invest in the next generation of talent through a flexible internship model with resources and training included.
What Makes This Program Unique?
Centralized Application System: Students apply once to be considered for multiple internship opportunities.
Customized Matching: We match students based on their interests, availability, and career goals—not by company.
Spring Semester Internships: Internships take place during the school year and are eligible for college credit.
Support for Employers: Optional monthly workshops and on-call support to make internship hosting seamless.
Equity-Focused: Designed to eliminate barriers and ensure all students have access to high-quality opportunities.
Timeline
Fall Semester 2025
September: Application opens
Oct–Dec: Screening and placement
Spring Semester 2026
Jan–Mar: Internships begin
Mar–May: Internships end
Internship Hosts
Animal Hospital of Cloverdale
Ceres Community Project
Galactic Health Center
Kaiser Permanente
PACE Supply
QKA Architects
Schulz Museum
Schulz MuseumSustainable Living Builders
Blue Apple Dental Group
County of Sonoma
Hansel BMW
Lehr Insurance
Pathways Charter
Rebuild Together Petaluma
Sonoma County Fire District & Medic Ambulance
Sutter Health
BPM
CTE Foundation
Hansel Toyota
LEMO Americas
Pepperwood Preserve
Regenerative Education Alliance
Sonoma County Office of Education
Township Animal Hospital
Catholic Charities
Curly Doodle Dog Grooming
Humane Society
Manzanita Grove Vineyard
Preferred Sonoma Caterers
Samantha Paull Events
Sonoma Valley Community Health
YMCA
Center for Well Being
Dahlia & Sage
Individual & Family Support Network (IFSN)
Martin Reed & Jennifer Klein Real Estate Team
Providence Health
Santa Rosa Community Health
Sonoma Valley Museum of Art
Founding Partner:
Sonoma County Office of Education
Workforce Partners:
County of Sonoma
Mark West Chamber of Commerce
North Coast Builder's Exchange
Rohnert Park Chamber of Commerce
Russian River Chamber of Commerce
Santa Rosa Metro Chamber
Sonoma County Economic Development Collaborative
Sonoma County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Windsor Chamber of Commerce
