Media, PA — Delaware County hosted their 2026 Internship Culmination Ceremony last Thursday, capping off a highly successful season of learning, collaboration, and hands-on government experience for local students.
The County welcomed 107 interns this summer, the largest group in the program’s history, representing a diverse group of educational institutions from across the region. These students were placed throughout 25 County departments, from Human Resources, IT, and the Office of Sustainability to the District Attorney’s Office, Medical Examiner, and Register of Wills.
The program, which runs from late May through early August, offered students more than just resume-building experience. Interns gained hands-on experience in their fields of study, engaged the community, and worked alongside Delaware County’s dedicated workforce to serve residents.
“Our internship program is meaningful and influential for both the interns and our County as a whole,” said Delaware County Council. “Over 100 interns across 25 departments logged 20,000+ hours of service to our residents, marking the best edition of this program to date. Thank you to all the interns for their energy and dedication to making it such a success!”
Interns left with a bevy of professional connections, a deeper understanding of public service, and the privilege of serving their community.
To recognize their contributions, the County hosted its annual Internship Culmination Ceremony on Thursday, an event that brought together Council members, interns, department directors, and County leaders to reflect on the summer’s achievements. Interns shared their work, lessons learned, and impact of their experiences. District Attorney Tanner Rouse served as the keynote speaker, sharing insights into his journey from intern at the Philadelphia DA’s Office to the chief prosecutor for the fifth largest county in Pennsylvania.
Applications for the 2027 Summer Internship Program will start being accepted early next year, with details and application materials expected to be posted online in early January. For more information, visit delcopa.gov/employment/internprogram.