Phillips County Economic Development Corporation is a resource-driven catalyst for economic development throughout Phillips County. Located on the beautiful high plains of northeastern Colorado, Phillips County's primary industry is agriculture and it is one of the most productive farming and ranching regions in our country.
Our Community Internships are a unique work experience and hometown career exploration program that takes place in your local community, or a regional institution or business. Our program is a partnership between Ogallala Commons and communities that create opportunities for high school students, college students, or adults in a continuing education program or career change. OC Community Internships provide experiences that illustrate both the key assets and the serious challenges present in rural areas. Interns receive an hourly stipend for their work, and internship lengths, though flexible, normally range from 8-10 weeks or a semester (125 to 240 total hours). These internships enable rural communities to constructively utilize the skills of their youth and adults, and to inspire home-grown talent to return in the future–to live, work, play and raise their families.
Visit https://ogallalacommons.org/our-programs/community-internships-apprentices/ to learn more about Ogallala Commons
Since 2000, PCED has had the privilege of pursuing common economic goals set out by our county’s leadership in both the private and public sectors. This past year, we have had the pleasure of working with our local Chamber of Commerce groups, area youth and service groups, private businesses, and local governments. We are a resource driven catalyst the aids in the overall economic growth of Phillips County. We provide resources and information to help create jobs, reatain and expand business, and encourage youth apprenticeship and entrepreneur development. Please consider joining us as a member!