The City of Savannah proudly recognizes the successful completion of the 12-week Bridge to Success Student Internship Program by 8 students from Savannah State University, Georgia Southern University, and Savannah Technical College. As part of the City’s Hire Savannah initiative, this program provides structured, hands-on experiences that allow students to explore municipal government operations while gaining practical skills aligned with their areas of study.

During the program, interns made meaningful contributions across multiple City departments, including:

• Sustainability
• Solid Waste
• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
• Police
• Fire
• Marketing and Communication
• 311
• IT

Recognize and celebrate the successful completion of the 12-week internship program by students. Acknowledge the contributions of program participants and participating City departments and encourage continued engagement and future participation to strengthen the pipeline of local, diverse talent.  

Program Details & Importance:
The Bridge to Success Internship Program runs from Septembr 2026 through December 2026, providing structured, practical experiences for 8 interns across multiple City departments. Recognition of the interns at this time highlights their accomplishments, celebrates their contributions to City operations, and reinforces Savannah’s commitment to:

• Being a high-performing organization
• Building stronger community partnerships
• Improving transparency and service deliveries 

Why this matters:
This program equips students with real-world professional experience, enhances their skills, and cultivates interest in future employment with the City of Savannah. Acknowledging their achievements demonstrates the City’s commitment to workforce development, supports departmental operations, and fosters long-term relationships with local educational institutions and emerging talent.

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