Area high school seniors have the opportunity for a paid internship through Caterpillar.

CHS principal Jerry Wayne indicates he recently learned of a new internship offered by Caterpillar for high school seniors. Students would begin the internship over the summer and would continue into the school year. At the end of the internship, students would be offered a position at Caterpillar.

Caterpillar is offering 20 internships to several area high schools. Waynes notes there are several requirements for the program including GPA, attendance, and being on track for graduation. 

Wayne says this program could help motivate students who don't like school. He thinks the internship could get students to realize that the decisions they make can impact options in the future.

For more information contact Clinton High School at (217) 935-8337.