Future Leaders Internship Initiative (FLii)

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The Future Leaders Internship Initiative (FLii) program is a summer program that provides professional development and opportunities to high-potential high school students eager to gain real-world experiences and better understand pathways to successful careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) through government.

The program is designed to expose students to government/community experiences within agencies such as the Departments of Technology and Information, State, Agriculture, Labor, Homeland Security, Transportation and Public Health, and others. 

Interns will complete a case study, developed by our program partners, Leading Youth Through Empowerment (LYTE) Scholars and the Reed Development Group, utilizing analytical, technical, and interpersonal skills gained from exposure to government speakers and developmental workshops.

As part of the program, interns gain hands-on experience while working, collaborating, and listening to government leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, and executives of both the public and private sectors.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Interns are usually in their freshman, sophomore, or junior year of high school. Usually 15 to 17 years of age.

It depends. Some interns drive or are driven to their work location. However, most use public transportation.

No. Interns are paid stipends outside of your agency.

Yes. However, we ask that they are provided with meaningful work in which they can gain a better understanding of how your agency works to improve the lives of Delawareans.

Please reach out early to the DOS FLii coordinator at DOS_FLii@delaware.gov for an early intervention and action plan.

It is strongly encouraged that interns work at one site during the week. However, if working more than one site during the week will assist your intern in gaining a well-rounded experience at your agency, please communicate with the DOS FLii coordinator to sort out transportation and other accessibility issues. We prefer they don’t, however, if it is needed, transportation must be cleared by coordinators and accessible to your intern.

Yes, so long as the intern agrees to return to your agency.

Absolutely. Providing meaningful connections to state government is a successful goal of the program.

Yes, so long as your agency receives approval from the LYTE and DOS FLii coordinator as well as the intern’s caregiver(s) in advance.

Please contact the FLii DOS coordinator at DOS_Flii@delaware.gov and your IT specialist to resolve the issue promptly.

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For any other questions, please contact us at: DOS_FLii@delaware.gov