State Internship Program Empowers Innovative Businesses, Fuels Diverse Talent
(COLUMBUS, Ohio) – In the heart of innovation, the Ohio Department of Development is providing some of the state's most innovative businesses a gateway to diverse and dynamic talent through a transformative internship program.
The College Technology Internship Program is now accepting company applications for the 2024 summer internship round. The program supports technology companies, or companies with a technology need, in hiring diverse talent. Not only that, but the program will pay for two-thirds of each intern’s salary.
“With this program, we’re doing a lot of the heavy lifting for companies, by sourcing the talent and providing a financial incentive to hire them,” said Lydia Mihalik, director of the Department of Development. “Companies get a pipeline of talent with fresh perspectives and innovative ideas, and we help further the opportunities and potential of Ohio’s future workforce.”
The Ohio Third Frontier, a Department of Development program, will reimburse companies for two-thirds of an intern’s wages up to $7,500. Companies can hire up to 10 interns per round and be reimbursed up to $75,000. The program is accepting company applications through Feb. 12.
Through 13 rounds of the program, 902 interns have been hired. Of those, 82 percent have been African American, Asian, Hispanic, other ethnicities, and white females. While diverse applicants are encouraged to apply, all college students interested in technology are welcome.
Intern experience encompasses all areas of study, ranging from design, to engineering, mathematics, and software development. Interns have helped companies develop social media platforms, mobile apps and websites, new augmented reality and virtual reality technologies, and implement new software to modernize operations, accounting, and enhance cybersecurity.
Internships for this round can occur between May 1 and Oct. 31, 2024. The student application period will open Feb. 5.
Interested students and companies can join the mailing list to be notified.
The Ohio Department of Development empowers communities to succeed by investing in Ohio’s people, places, and businesses. Learn more about our work at development.ohio.gov.
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