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Dickinson ISD’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs are powered by strong partnerships with local businesses and industry leaders. Our partners play an active role in shaping curriculum, sharing industry expertise, and helping students gain real-world skills that align with today’s workforce needs.

Join us in preparing students for success beyond graduation. Whether you're interested in speaking to students, hosting internships, or sponsoring events, there’s a place for you to make an impact.

Click a button below to explore partnership opportunities and find the best fit for your organization. When you're ready, contact our CTE Director to get started—we look forward to partnering with you!

Hire a Student
Paid/Unpaid Internships
Other Ways to Partner with CTE

Build your talent pipeline with skilled, career-ready students.

Dickinson ISD CTE students are trained using industry-aligned curriculum and gain hands-on experience before they ever enter your workplace. They come prepared with technical skills, professionalism, and a strong work ethic—ready to contribute from day one.

Why partner with us:

Access a pipeline of trained, motivated talent
Reduce onboarding time with students already equipped with foundational skills
Strengthen your workforce while investing in your community

Connect with our CTE Director to start hiring student talent.

Melissa Everett
Director of Career and Technical Education
meverett@dickinsonisd.org
281-229-6070

Develop future employees while evaluating talent early.

Our internship partnerships allow you to shape and assess potential hires in real-world settings. We work closely with you to ensure students are prepared and placements align with your workforce needs.

What you gain:

Early access to future employees
Opportunities to train students to your standards
Increased visibility as a leader in workforce development

Flexible options are available to meet your business needs.

Let’s build an internship program that works for you.

Melissa Everett
Director of Career and Technical Education
meverett@dickinsonisd.org
281-229-6070

Engage with future talent—on your terms.

Even if you’re not ready to hire, partnering with CTE positions your organization as an industry leader while helping shape the next generation of professionals.

Ways to get involved:

Advise on industry standards and curriculum
Participate in mock interviews or career events
Provide job shadowing or mentorship opportunities
Serve as a guest speaker or sponsor student experiences

Your expertise directly impacts how we prepare students for your industry.

Start the conversation and explore partnership opportunities today by contacting Dr. Melissa Everett, Director of CTE.

Melissa Everett
Director of Career and Technical Education
meverett@dickinsonisd.org
281-229-6070

Dickinson Independent School District
2218 FM 517 East | Dickinson, TX 77539
Phone: 281.229.6000

Vision Statement
Inclusive of all, Dickinson ISD will cultivate excellence, producing confident, collaborative, goal-driven learners who become empowered citizens in a global society.

Mission Statement
Dickinson ISD will equip and empower all learners with skills and experiences to achieve academic excellence and make meaningful contributions to our world.

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