Career Partnership Program
The Career Partnership Program (CPP) is a partnership between the Greater Meredith Program and the Inter-Lakes School District.
The Greater Meredith Program (GMP) is a nonprofit community economic development organization seeking to enhance our economic vitality, historical and cultural heritage, and town-wide beautification.
The Career Partnership Program is based in the Guidance Department at the Inter-Lakes Middle High School. Melisa Moore, the Director of CPP, assists students in obtaining job shadows and internships in the local community. She also works between the community and the school to bring guest speakers into the classrooms as well as provide an annual job fair, career readiness workshops, volunteer opportunities and job listings throughout the year.
This is a beneficial program for both the school, the GMP and the community at large by providing a strong networking system between the students and the local business community. The focus being on career experiences and guiding students to choose an industry that they are interested in pursuing.
See What Our Students Are Up To!
Learning about the Hospitality Industry at Mill Falls
Students in FBLA learned about the Hospitality Industry with a visit to The Church Landing and Mill Falls
Exploring careers at the Aerospace Career Fair
Exploring careers at the Aerospace Career Fair at the Laconia Airport
Trades Panel HUOT Center WICC
Local professionals in the Trades joined us for a Trades Panel discussion with the Sophomore class before they visited the HUOT Center and WICC
Forest Career Day
April 17th, CPP took 11 students to the Forest Career Day at Bear Brook State Park where they learned all about different fields including Forestry, Wildlife, Conservation, Forestry Technicians, and Natural Resources through exhibitions and hands-on experiences
Career Day 2025
April 18th was the CPP Interlakes Middle High School Annual Job Fair. Students in grades 7-12 met with 26 different local businesses and were able to apply for jobs and interview on the spot. This is a great opportunity each year for both students and the local community
Hermit Woods Kitchen
Kaylon Sweet, Chef of Sweet Mercy Kitchen at Hermit Woods, was a guest speaker in Foods 2 and made Bolognese and Carbonara pastas with the students while talking to them about the path he took to become a chef.
Resume Workshops
In January, February and March CPP hosted Resume Writing Workshops to get students ready for the Summer Job Fair on April 18.
Bakery Internship
Student Mia Diamond started her internship at Blissful Bakery and will be working there on Thursdays.
FBLA
In January, CPP arranged for the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Club to take a tour of Gunstock Resort and learned all about the inner workings of a year round resort.
Volunteers
ILMHS volunteers help decorate for the GMP Annual Meeting
Annual Meeting
Three of ILMHS National Honor Society students volunteered to help with registration at the GMP’s annual meeting.
Westcott Law Office
Jenna recently enjoyed a Job Shadow experience at Wescott Law spending the day with two lawyers and a paralegal
About the CPP
The Career Partnership Program (CPP) is an initiative co-sponsored by GMP and the Inter-lakes School District that provides students the opportunity to explore future career planning through job shadowing and internships and hands-on working experiences in and around Meredith.
CPP director Melisa Moore can be reached at ILMHS: (603) 279-6162 ext. 2585, or by email.
What Students Should Know
The beauty of the Career Partnership Program is it allows students to experiment with different career options BEFORE committing to a particular college, major or field of employment.
Most interns are unpaid positions, but credits are available for an internship. Students must be passing all their classes to participate in this program.
For more information, please contact Melisa Moore at the Career Partnership Program by calling ILMHS at (603)279-6162 or email [email protected].
What is the difference between a job shadow and an internship?
An internship has a set schedule each week and students participate in various functions within the business. Students make connections with the business community, gain knowledge and real-world experience in a job field of interest and may also earn high school credit.
List of Businesses the CPP Has Worked With
Aiken Financial Planning
Goldenview Healthcare Center
Greater Meredith Program
Gunstock Resort
Inter-Lakes Elementary School
Inter-Lakes Middle High School
Lakes Media Network
Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce
Meredith Chamber of Commerce
Meredith Fire Department
Meredith Police Department
New Hampshire Department of Transportation
Project Happy
Remax Innovative Bayside Realty
SnapRoot
Speare Memorial Hospital
Wescott Law
With my diverse experiences and a fresh perspective, I am excited to step into the role of Director of the Career Partnership Program. Throughout my career, I have been driven by a passion for education and community development. I come to this role having worked in the Inter-Lakes School District for five years as a paraeducator, extra-curricular coach, and soccer coach, providing guidance and support to participants, as well as gaining valuable insights into the educational system and student development. Prior to this, I dedicated 15 years to the nonprofit sector, as an event planner and fundraiser, developing strong partnerships and creating impactful community events. I am passionate about empowering individuals to reach their full potential. I am excited about fostering new partnerships that will enhance career opportunities that will benefit our future workforce and lead to the success of the program.
Job Shadows
Internships
Annual Spring Job Fair
CPP holds an annual one-day job fair each spring as an opportunity for our local businesses and students to obtain summer employment. This is a time for students to meet with a variety of businesses, interview, and go through the application process