Every year, talented students from Kendall County leave home to pursue degrees at The University of Texas at Austin. While they gain valuable knowledge and experience on campus, it’s important they also know they can return home to build successful, rewarding careers.
That’s the idea behind the Home to Texas internship program, which connects students with employers in their hometown communities.
For the Boerne Kendall County Economic Development Corporation (BKCEDC), the program strengthens Kendall County’s future workforce by connecting local employers with the next generation of professionals.
“One of the best ways to strengthen Kendall County’s workforce is to connect talented students with meaningful career opportunities before they graduate. Home to Texas helps make those connections happen.”
— Amy Story, President & CEO, Boerne Kendall County Economic Development Corporation
Building a Stronger Workforce
A strong economy depends on more than attracting new businesses. It also depends on developing the talent those businesses need to thrive.
Home to Texas gives students the opportunity to gain meaningful professional experience, earn a paid summer stipend, and discover the rewarding career opportunities available right here in Kendall County. At the same time, local employers invest in emerging talent by providing mentorship, hands-on experience, and valuable industry insight.
It’s a win for students, employers, and the long-term success of Kendall County.
Our 2026 Host Employers
This summer, four outstanding BKCEDC member organizations participated in the Home to Texas program:
- Agave Design Studio
- Morningside Ministries
- Prytime Medical Devices
- SEnergy
These organizations welcomed interns into their workplaces, providing hands-on experience, professional mentorship, and valuable insight into the industries that help drive Kendall County’s economy.
To wrap up another successful summer, we hosted our annual Home to Texas Intern Reception on July 30 at Sunny’s All Day Brunch & Bar, bringing together interns, host employers, community partners, and local leaders.
The reception highlighted the connections being built between talented students and local employers, helping strengthen Kendall County’s future workforce.
Each year, the reception concludes with Kendall County Commissioner Richard Chapman sharing a favorite quote that perfectly captures the purpose of the program:
“Why do you go away? So that you can come back. So that you can see the place you came from with new eyes and extra colors. And the people there see you differently, too. Coming back to where you started is not the same as never leaving.”
— Terry Pratchett
For many students, leaving home becomes part of discovering just how much home has to offer. Home to Texas reminds students that sometimes the greatest opportunities are waiting right where they started.
Get Involved
Interested in Hosting a Home to Texas Intern?
BKCEDC is now identifying employers interested in participating in the Summer 2027 Home to Texas program. If your business would like to mentor a University of Texas student and help strengthen Kendall County’s future workforce, we’d love to hear from you.
Know a Rising Sophomore from Kendall County?
If you know a rising sophomore with Kendall County roots, encourage them to learn more about the Home to Texas program.
This is a unique opportunity for students to gain valuable professional experience, build relationships with local employers, and discover that some of the best career opportunities may be waiting right here at home.
