Fast-Tracked Futures: High School Interns Making College Waves

What happens when two ambitious high schoolers take on college coursework, explore their career passions, and help run a college’s marketing department — all before graduation?

In this inspiring episode of Wave Makers, host Michelle Reese welcomes Rio Salado College’s first-ever high school interns, Alexandria and Alyssa, from Desert Vista High School. These dual enrollment students share how they're earning college credits while still in high school — saving time, money, and accelerating their dreams.

From architecture to film, Alexandria and Alyssa are designing bold futures. They reflect on managing demanding schedules, growing through mentorship, and the supportive community that helped them succeed — both in the classroom and on the job.

🎓 If you’ve ever wondered whether dual enrollment and real-world internships can spark lifelong success, this episode proves they absolutely can.