As a participant in the Paid Internship Program, individuals will acquire experience and skills that will assist them in obtaining future paid employment. Internships will vary in length, depending on the employer and participant. Supported Employment will assist participants with identifying the types of jobs that best fit their skills and interests. All participants in the Paid Internship Program will be paid as they gain work experience.
For more information about our Paid Internship Program, please contact UCP at (209) 956-0290 or send an e-mail.
As a participant in the Supported Employment program, you will be assigned a Job Developer. You and your Job Developer will work closely in order to:
- Create a professional resume
- Complete applications
- Prepare for interviews
- Introduce you to employers
- Follow-up with employers
- Recommend accommodations
Once you are working, you may receive job coaching. Job coaches work with you for a period of time and assist you as needed.
Some of the ways a job coach may help is by:
- Answering questions you may have
- Demonstrating how tasks are to be done
- Communicating with your supervisor
- Finding Solutions to any barriers you may come across
For more information about Job Development or Job Coaching, please contact UCP at (209) 956-0290 or send an e-mail.
