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The Pharr City Commission recognized 24 students who completed the 2025 Pharr Initiative Summer Internship Program. The four-week paid internship, held from July 7 to August 1, offered high school juniors, seniors, and early college students an in-depth opportunity to explore careers in municipal public service. Students were placed in departments that aligned with their interests, including administration, public works, human resources, media, and IT, where they gained valuable hands-on experience and professional skills.
More than just job shadowing, the program was immersive with interns participating in staff meetings, collaborating on real city projects, and delivering final presentations to Pharr’s leadership team to showcase what they learned through their experience. “At the City of Pharr, we believe in the power of community and in giving our young leaders opportunities to learn, grow, and gain real-world experience,” said Dr. Jonathan B. Flores, City Manager. “We hope this experience inspires them as they explore and pursue their future careers.”
The City of Pharr remains dedicated to empowering youth and shaping the next generation of leaders by providing meaningful, real-world experiences through programs like the Pharr Initiative, which is designed to inspire, educate, and prepare our future workforce.
