Internships
We're What to Look for in a School. And in an Internship.
Learn. Grow. Help build futures. As an established leader in online education across the globe, our online curriculum – and our internship opportunities – are innovative, engaging, and transforming online education. At Florida Virtual School and FlexPoint, we offer personalized internship experiences with the same flexibility and support we offer our students and staff.
Our Educational Partners
When it comes to credibility and community, our students never have to choose between the two. FLVS is proud to offer internship opportunities to students that attend any of our 30+ partner college and universities. Don't see your school listed? Find out how your school can become a partner, too.
Instructional Internships
Instructional internships are tailored to meet Florida Educator Accomplished Practices and are led by our certified Clinical Educator instructors.
Learn firsthand from our dedicated support staff and discover how putting students first can inspire their success – and yours.
- is available to students actively enrolled in an education degree program which requires an instructional internship for graduation, or for completion of an EPI (Educator Preparation Institute) program
- is available to Florida residents
- is available to an intern that is currently working toward earning their Florida Teacher Certification
- is a non-paid position
- is not a guarantee for future employment with FLVS
- satisfies the Florida state requirement for certification
Instructional Interns are expected to:
- Attend and participate in the mandatory intern training.
- Use only the FLVS laptop while interning
- Read, sign, and return the internship agreement
- Complete a background clearance/fingerprint submission specifically for FLVS via Fieldprint. Each prospective intern will be responsible for scheduling the services offered through Fieldprint. FLVS cannot accept results or fingerprints from another company, district, or organization
- Adhere to the same turnaround time as teachers for answering communication from students or parents and for submitting graded assignments. We require a response to student or parent communication within 24 hours, and we require that assignments must be graded with individualized feedback within 48 hours
- Attend all scheduled meetings on time
- Study and learn course lessons and content in their assigned subject to provide specific feedback and support to the student
- Utilize FLVS grading rubrics and follow grading expectations outlined in the FLVS Internship handbook
- Meet several times with the Instructional Leader or Assistant Principal of the school
- Return all FLVS equipment within 14 days of completing the internship
- Display an interest in developing their presentation skills
- Enjoy being on camera as it helps to engage students
- Have strong time management skills and possess strong verbal and written communication skills
- Be able to quickly master technical skills such as using Google for Education, Microsoft Suite, Zoom, Outlook, etc.
- Be capable of spending approximately 50-75% of their internship on the phone and/or computer as our teachers communicate with students and parents, one-on-one to provide them with a personalized educational experience
- Ability to be flexible with their internship hours
- Flex interns and teachers are available from 8:00-8:00
- Full Time teachers are available from 8:30-4:30
Support Staff Internships
Learn firsthand from our dedicated support staff and discover how putting students first can inspire their success – and yours.
- To request an unpaid internship, it is required that FLVS has an Articulation Agreement with the school. The support intern would receive college credit for their completed internship hours in lieu of pay
- Paid internships would not require an Articulation Agreement
- Paid internships will be posted when available and is something you would apply to if interested
- The hours per week can vary and will be decided upon internship acceptance
- Must be currently enrolled in a High School, Trade/Tech School or College/University
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must have or working toward certification in the field of the intern position
- Be actively enrolled in school for the length of your internship
- Read, sign, and return the FLVS Support Internship Agreement
- Use only the FLVS laptop while interning
- Be a Florida resident living in Florida
- Complete a background clearance/fingerprint submission specifically for FLVS via Fieldprint. Each prospective intern will be responsible for scheduling the services offered through Fieldprint. FLVS cannot accept results or fingerprints from another company, district, or organization
- Complete a drug test
- Attend and participate in mandatory intern training
- Attend all scheduled meetings on time
- Return all FLVS equipment within 14 days of completing the internship
- Adhere to organizational and employee policies
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, understand and follow verbal and written instructions
- Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as: meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating resources and meetings in an effective and timely manner, and demonstrate respect for others
- Have strong organizational and time management skills and demonstrate attention to detail
- Adhere to the same 24-hour expectation to respond to all communication as all FLVS employees
- Have a quiet dedicated space to work
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other departments, and customers in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale
Hear From Our Past Interns
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Alexis Fleitas
“My internship at Florida Virtual School has been one of the most meaningful parts of my teacher preparation journey. Working with Exceptional Student Education (ESE) students has been incredibly rewarding, and the FLVS team made my experience smooth and memorable. My mentor teacher has supported me every step of the way, providing training and every tool I need to succeed in my own classroom. FLVS offers a positive virtual environment filled with passionate educators dedicated to helping students reach their full potential. I highly recommend interning here for hands-on experience, strong mentorship, and a truly supportive community.”
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Kate DeSimone
"My internship with the FLVS Curriculum Department has been an incredibly valuable experience that closely aligns with my goals in instructional design. I’ve gained hands-on experience developing digital learning materials, using tools such as Course Builder, and applying feedback to improve the quality of my work. FLVS fosters a collaborative, innovative environment where interns are truly part of the team and encouraged to grow. It’s an ideal place to learn about online education, strengthen professional skills, and contribute to meaningful projects that support student success.”
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Jillian Fulcher
“My internship has been an incredibly rewarding experience. As a former FLVS student, I was excited to return in a new capacity. This opportunity has allowed me to develop valuable skills and gain meaningful insights that will support my future career. Interning with FLVS means you’ll gain hands-on experience, receive mentorship from experienced professionals, and contribute to meaningful projects that make a real impact.”
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Tamia Corson
“My experience at FLVS has been one in a million. The support from the FLVS community is quite admirable. FLVS is an incredible platform that has saved my life. While in high school, FLVS helped me escape my reality of bullying in school, and I will forever be an advocate for FLVS. When I got to college, I couldn’t think of a better place to complete both my Jr- and Sr-level internships. I can’t think of a better group of people to teach future students, and I love being a part of it. My supervising teacher is someone who will be a lifelong mentor to me. This community of people will stop at nothing to make you feel like you belong at FLVS.”
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Ruth Ross
“My internship with FLVS has been such a positive, insightful, and engaging experience, exceeding all my hopes and expectations for my senior year. I have fallen in love with the one-to-one learning environment that FLVS offers, since it allows me to connect with each student on a personal level. I have also felt incredibly supported by every single instructor I have met through my schoolhouse and internship team. They truly set me up for success. Interning at FLVS has given me personal confidence and a newfound passion for online teaching. I cannot wait to apply for a full-time position after graduation.”
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Shoaib Ali
"From getting to interact and teach students in such a modern way, to creating my own schedule, and getting to work from the comfort of my own home, I can't think of a better school I would want to begin my teaching career with! I've enjoyed making my lessons and my tutoring sessions more interactive, giving students more chances to participate while also getting to learn at their own pace! I'd highly recommend this internship for any teacher candidate wanting to experience the virtual education environment.”
Getting Started
Ready to get started? For students attending our partner schools, please reach out to your school’s administrator to start the internship application process. If your school does not currently partner with us, please fill out our interest form and we will send you information about our partnership process.
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