Our Community Driven Internship Program
Our Mission
To empower young people by providing them with the opportunities, resources, and clear path needed to build successful careers and grow into responsible, productive individuals, making a lasting impact on our communities.
The Problem
I’ve opened and run nearly a dozen companies from being a personal trainer in my early twenties and owning a laundry business, to running a remodeling and handyman company in my late 30’s. My business partner and I have worked with young people for more than 30 years and recently we have noticed that there are fewer and fewer young people going into the trades field. We have built nearly 10 carwashes and all the electricians, plumbers and welders are 50 years old or older, there are no young people to take over these companies.
The Solution
With the support of my wife, who has 25 years of experience in education, we seek to persuade the local high school administration of the importance of offering students alternatives to the traditional college path. We currently offer seniors who qualify in the last 6 months of their senior year an opportunity to do an internship with us at 1 of our 4 local carwashes. During their internship if they are reliable, dependable, trustworthy, and have a willingness to learn we will offer them a job around their sports and high school responsibilities.
At our car washes, we do all our own maintenance, including but not limited to electrical, plumbing, welding, mechanical repair, and replacing motors, air cylinders, solenoids, motherboards, computer, and camera systems. Employees are also challenged to do sales and interact with customers and team members, allowing them to grow independently and as a part of a group. When building our washes we also do all our own permitting, zoning, designing, and attending all engineering meetings.
Once the senior graduates we offer them a full-time position which they must hold for one year. Once they have completed their one year with us and continue to show improvement and desire to be better, we will offer to pay for them to go to any local trade school and take any one of 5 trades classes: electrical, plumbing, HVAC, welding, and mechanical. During their 12-14 month schooling, they will go to school part-time and work for us part-time. This will ensure they learn how to juggle life and multiple responsibilities not only to themselves but to others as well.
The Goal
Once they graduate from trade school we will offer them one of four options.
Get on our management program and earn the opportunity to become an assistant manager and then a store manager. Most of our managers have come up from being part-time employees, so we have a clear path to success. Our managers currently make between $50,000 and $70,000 a year.
Work for our sister company WashDOC and do maintenance and repairs for other carwashes. Depending on your skill level, make between $25.00-$50.00 an hour.
We help place you with a professional in your field to help you gain the experience needed to be successful. Our dedication to you is only to help you be a better person. Currently, licensed electricians and plumbers are making between $150- $300 an hour. The next trades men and women are the future millionaires. (October 22nd, 2024, Wall Street Journal “Americas New Millionaire Class”)
If you are an exceptional person and dedicated to your profession, we will fund and direct you in opening your own company.
Internship Success Stories
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Rey N. was our first intern in 2021 and worked for us for nearly two years and we helped fund the purchase of tools and machinery he needed. Rey is one of those exceptional young people that I was referring to and we would gladly fund him to begin his own company.
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Ian T. was an employee for over 4 years at our Lakeland location. Ian is also exceptional and was our youngest manager ever. He decided he wanted to go back to school and stepped down from the management position so he could focus on studies. We paid for Ian to attend the local trades college and worked around his school schedule. Once he graduated, he found a position with a local electrical company and is flourishing in his new career.
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Matthew R. Is our most recent intern and is currently in the 3rd month of his one-year full-time position. Matthew is an interesting young man who has a knack for mathematics and is currently trading stocks online but has an interest to attend electrical school in Fall of 2025. Soon we will begin to challenge him with the opportunity to work with our maintenance team to help him learn some skills before attending school.
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Landon just turned 18 and has worked for us for over a year. He is a fantastic employee and has a great character. We are offering to pay for his schooling in Fall of 2026. He is still undecided in his profession, but he has time to decide and gain as much knowledge as possible.
Why This Program?
We provide a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in essential trades without accumulating traditional academic debt.
The hands-on training and mentorship you’ll receive will position you for a competitive and fulfilling career in high-demand industries.
With access to fully-funded trade school education, you can continue to advance your skills and increase your earning potential.
FAQs
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Our program is open to high school seniors, college students, and current employees who are motivated to learn and embark on a career in the trades. No prior experience is required, just a strong willingness to engage and grow within our dynamic environment.
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You will receive hands-on experience in a variety of essential trades such as electrical work, plumbing, welding, and mechanical repair. Additionally, you will develop skills in customer service, teamwork, and business operations, ensuring a well-rounded preparation for your future career.
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Upon completing your first year with us, you'll gain access to fully-funded trade school education. You can choose from several disciplines, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, welding, and more, allowing you to specialize in the area that aligns with your career goals.
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After completing our internship program, we provide a pathway to full-time employment, where you can continue to enhance your skills. With the experience and qualifications gained, you'll be well-equipped to thrive in high-demand industries, with robust earning potential and career growth opportunities.
An internship is not the only path, we offer the same options to all our current employees.
Are you ready to carve your own path and secure a prosperous future without the traditional college debt? Join us at our local car washes to gain invaluable hands-on experience in trades that keep businesses running. This is an incredible opportunity for high school seniors, college students, and even current employees who are eager to learn and grow in a dynamic environment.
At our facilities, you'll engage in everything from electrical and plumbing work to welding and mechanical repair. You'll also develop skills in customer service and teamwork, while exploring the ins and outs of business operations. After your internship, we'll offer you a full-time role where you'll continue to hone your skills and prepare for a successful career.
Complete your first year with us, and you'll gain access to fully-funded trade school education, choosing from disciplines like electrical, plumbing, HVAC, welding, and more. Our flexible work-study program ensures that you can balance your responsibilities and set yourself up for success.
Ready to take the leap into a thriving future in the trades? Discover more about our internship program by filling out our online form, giving us a call, or sending an email today! Your path to a rewarding career starts here.