South Georgia Technical College (SGTC) and Kauffman Tire, a family owned and operated retail and wholesale tire distribution company headquartered in Atlanta, have partnered together to provide educational training and internships.
As part of the partnership, SGTC will provide training for Kauffman Tire technicians through its automotive chassis and climate control specialist classes in the automotive technology program. Graduates of this technical certificate of credit program become technician interns and are guaranteed an interview with the company for a temporary, part-time or full-time position. Graduates also have the potential to apply for the technical, sales or management career paths. Students receive hands-on training in Kauffman Tire labs and stores.
To be eligible for the Kauffman Tire internship, students must be at least 17 years of age or older, be a HOPE grant recipient, have a current, valid Georgia driver’s license and acceptable driving record, be enrolled in a Kauffman approved school automotive program, and must possess or pass Tire Industry Association (TIA) Level 200 Certification within 30 days of assignment. All regular Kauffman interviewing, hiring, and employment standards/protocols apply and potential interns must comply with all other school and program requirements.
Kauffman Tire students are also eligible for reimbursement of the costs of attending the SGTC automotive chassis and climate control specialist program upon successful completion of the program followed by six months of additional continuous Kauffman service.
