August 11, 2025
That’s a wrap! The 2025 Ignite Internship Program ended with our much-anticipated Intern Appreciation Day, celebrating the hard work, growth, and achievements of our incredible interns.
This year’s interns at the Adaptive Experimentation Facility at Fort Andrew didn’t gather for another day of experiments or projects. Instead, they came together with family, friends, and colleagues to reflect on months of learning and hands-on experience.
The event welcomed parents, family members, and friends to join in the celebration, starting with a shared lunch and inspiring words from Fort Andrew leadership. Visitors were also treated to an exclusive tour of the facility, where they could see firsthand the tactical innovation projects and contributions our interns made within their departments at Fort Andrew.
From building innovative prototypes to streamlining operations, each intern brought unique skills and dedication to their work. This day was not only about honoring their accomplishments but also recognizing the passion and teamwork that drove their success.
Our 2025 Ignite Internship Team
- Site Specialists (oversaw day-to-day site operations): Wyatt Coleman, Noah Collins, Eli Dorsey, Eli Metheney, Kaden Fitzwater, Zaiah Minger, Owen Tinney, and Alivia Gilliland
- Makerspace (led creative design and prototyping): Jaxon Brown and Emmah Burchett
- Logistics (managed event and resource coordination): Makenzie Edwards and Jaycie Bird
- Adaptive Experimentation Force (AEForce): Madison Morton
Watch our Family Day Slideshow
Thank you to our interns for your dedication and hard work. Your impact endures, and we look forward to your next achievements.
Congratulations, Ignite 2025. The future is bright!
About CMI2 Ignite
The CMI2 Ignite program offers full-time summer employment opportunities in Clay County, WV, starting at the end of the school year through early August. During this time, interns assist every division at Fort Andrew, contributing to key initiatives and tasks as part of this summer employment experience.
PHOTO GALLERY
