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Internships provide valuable on-the-job experience
Internships provide valuable on-the-job experience
By Krissy Vinson
An internship is one way to build job experience for people who want to work. The Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati’s (DSAGC) internship program provides a healthy learning environment for adults with Down syndrome. As paid interns, each person can learn transferable skills for future community employment.
Once hired, the DSAGC staff team works with interns and their parents or caregivers to establish employment-related goals.
Interns are fully immersed in office culture during their one-year term. This allows them to build upon fine motor, executive function, social, communication, and leadership skills. DSAGC staff work diligently with each intern to ensure they are learning, growing, and accomplishing their individual employment goals.
“I like to work,” said 2024 intern Brody Flynn. “The internship is good, so I can focus on my projects.”
DSAGC interns help with a variety of tasks. This includes preparing program materials, assisting during our weekly playgroup, assembling packets, cultivating relationships with donors, attending speaking engagements, and more.
“My favorite thing to do at work is mailings and helping with playgroup,” said intern Hannah Castle.
The Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati believes the internship program is an excellent opportunity for adults with Down syndrome who are entering the workforce, looking for an employment change, or part-time employees seeking additional training.
In addition to the internship program, the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati offers hundreds of additional programs throughout the year. These programs focus on therapeutic, recreational, educational, and social opportunities for all ages and stages. Learn more at DSAGC.com
Intern Hannah Castle and DSAGC Early Matters Coordinator Maggie Ranz
