This is a 6-week, tuition free program for a select group of 16-17 year old teens seeking hands-on leadership skills development and potential future employment with AV. Each candidate is required to apply for the position and is interviewed prior to their selection.
For four weeks of training the focus is on general leadership skills. During these weeks S.I.T.'s participate in a set of hands-on workshops on teamwork, group forming and dynamics, conflict management skills, leadership styles, and career and college workshops. Additionally, they actively participate and lead various activities.
During the other two weeks S.I.T.'s work as Jr. Counselors and program assistants. As Jr. Counselors they assist a Senior Agassiz Counselor with the day-to-day activities of a cabin group and live together with the group for a week. All participants who successfully complete the program will received a scholarship the scholarship amount based on their performance to be used to further their education and leadership opportunities.