West Jeff Student Tyler Woods Gains Real-World Auto Experience Through Tolles Internship

For high school senior Tyler Woods, the road to a successful career is already underway. As a student in the Auto Collision Repair Program at Tolles Career & Technical Center, Tyler is trading classroom time for hands-on experience through a standout internship at Buckeye Ford.

Instead of heading to his usual lab at Tolles, Tyler now reports directly to

Buckeye Ford, where he works alongside seasoned professionals in the field. It’s part of Tolles’ Trailblazer Program, which connects students with career-based internships in their area of study. For Tyler, it’s a chance to take his passion for cars to the next level.

​A student at West Jefferson High School, Tyler has a goal of one day owning his own exotic car dealership. With a clear vision and drive, he’s combining classroom learning with real-world application—setting himself up for long-term success in the auto repair industry.

His favorite car is the McLaren P1, and when he’s not working on vehicles, he enjoys Fortnite, TikTok, and music from artists like Kanye West, Travis Scott, and Billie Eilish.

Tyler encourages future students entering career tech programs to take full advantage of the opportunity to do something they love.

Tolles Career & Technical Center continues to equip students with the tools and experiences they need to thrive after graduation. With students like Tyler Woods leading the way, the future of career and technical education in Madison County is looking bright.