Adult Paid Internship Grant

Adult Paid Internship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development
Amount: Up to US $137,932
Last Updated: November 14, 2025

Summary

The Adult Paid Internship program aims to provide paid internship opportunities to individuals with disabilities aged 18 and older, starting from October 1, 2025, until September 30, 2026. Participants must be work-ready and eligible for DVRS services. The program focuses on enhancing employability through real work experiences, skill development, mentorship, and networking. Employers of Record will oversee internships, ensuring appropriate onboarding and payroll management, while participants work a minimum of 10 hours per week at competitive wages.

Overview

The purpose of this contract program is to provide Paid Internships beginning October 1, 2025, and will conclude no later than September 30, 2026, to individuals with disabilities ages 18 and over who are: Officially separated or graduated from secondary education programEligible for DVRSConsidered “Work Ready” by DVRS assessment and/or by DVRS counselorHave completed SSA Benefits Counseling (for SSA Benefits Recipients)Seeking competitive integrated employment The objective of this program is to provide DVRS consumers with opportunities to gain real work experience, develop the skills needed to be successful in their chosen field, gain industry insight, develop networking opportunities, increase employability, gain mentorship opportunities, and build confidence by demonstrating their ability to thrive in a professional environment. Through this contract, NJDVRS is seeking providers who will serve as the “Employer of Record” for the consumers participating in the internship. It is expected that the “Employer of Record” will provide brief “onboarding” at the start of the internship as well as attend a staffing meeting upon conclusion of the internship. Other responsibilities of the Employer of Record include the following: Distribute funds to the DVR Consumer/Employee in accordance with the payroll scheduleMaintain Worker’s Compensation Insurance for the DVR Consumer/EmployeeWithhold all applicable taxes and deposit all taxes withheld to the appropriate taxing authorityResolve paycheck issues that may arise with the DVR Consumer/EmployeeAssist with any background checks if needed by the employer/ internship provider The paid internships will be at least 10 hours per week and up to $25.66 per hour based on prevailing wage for occupation.

Eligibility

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