Work experience internships in Mesa County
Are you looking for a paid internship opportunity in Mesa County that helps you gain job skills while getting your foot in the door with local businesses? The Work Experience Internship offered through the Mesa County Workforce Center (MCWFC) is a short-term, paid work activity designed to help individuals develop the skills and knowledge needed to perform a job successfully.
This internship program, funded through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), is a win-win for both job seekers and businesses that offers hands-on training and workforce development opportunities.
What jobseekers receive:
- Paid work experience (wages are covered by MCWFC)
- Instruction in workplace skills, structure, and career goals
- Exposure to an industry and its different aspects
- Case management support throughout the experience
What employers gain:
- A fully funded intern at no cost to the company
- Assistance with recruiting and screening internship candidates
- Support from the Workforce Center throughout the process
- The final decision on selecting, interviewing, and hiring interns
- A chance to invest in the future workforce while giving back to the community
Participants must be eligible and enrolled in the program before starting (this process takes about 1-2 weeks). Both employers and participants must be registered with Connecting Colorado. Businesses interested in hosting an intern can contact the Workforce Center for more details.
If you're interested in participating in the Work Experience Internship, whether as an intern or an employer, reach out by calling 970-248-7560 or emailing jobservice@mesacounty.us today!
