Industry Partnership Internship Program

Funded by a PAsmart / Industry Partnership grant made available from the Department of Labor and Industry, internship reimbursements are available to Manufacturing and Healthcare & Social Assistance employers who hire interns who meet the requirements below.

Eligible employers can receive up to 50% reimbursement of student wages up to a maximum of $3,000.00.  More than one student can be employed by a company or healthcare facility.

Requirements of the Industry Partnership Internship Program include:

• Must be currently enrolled in or recently completed a field of study, including high school, career and technical education, industry recognized training program, or associates degree or higher that aligns with internship position; and
• Must pay at least $14.00 per hour; and
• Must work a minimum of 6 weeks or work at an average of 10-30 hours per week.

Funding is available from July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.

Interns that have previously participated in the program are only eligible in new positions that differ from a previously approved internship in terms of scope and responsibilities.

For more information, view the Industry Partnership Internship Program - Program Overview

To apply:

Print the Industry Partnership Internship Program - Printable Application, complete and return via email to Amber Biondi at abiondi@ncwdb.org

OR

For faster submission, click the button below to fill out the online application.

Industry partnership internship Program Application
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