David Maennle, a student at WCU, volunteered and later interned with Graham County EMS, aiming to work with ambulances. His dedication led to a paid position after graduation, where he contributes to patient care as part of a professional team. Through this experience, David has formed meaningful relationships and is making progress towards his career goals while serving the community.

1. Employing Persons with
Intellectual Disabilities
Graham County – David Maennle

2. David Maennle – Student at WCU for
University Participation Program

3. David Job Sampled while at WCU
David interned
in a variety of
jobs, including
cleaning and
mechanic’s
helper on
campus. His
goal: work with
an ambulance!

4. He started with Graham County by
volunteering …
He began
volunteering
on school
breaks and
shadowing the
maintenance
crew and
helped at EMS.

5. Volunteering Became an Internship
The county offered a
paid internship during
his last semester at
WCU. This became a
part time paid position
following his graduation.

6. David is a Diligent Worker

7. David is part of a team of professionals
The
work
David
does at
EMS
enables
the
team to
focus on
patient
care.

8. The experience provides benefits to
all.
David has made lasting
friendships in his work
community and has a
meaningful life. He is
doing good work to serve
others and is able make
progress toward his
goals.

9. EMS Team Supports David’s Vision for
His Life