Opportunities For All (OFA) - Summer Internship Program

The OFA Summer Internship program provides a win-win opportunity for local employers to have representative interns for the summer while providing bright, talented, future leaders with the opportunity to broaden their exposure to the professional work world.

Geographic Scope: Sarasota/Manatee region, Florida

Program Details:

• Fully funded employer participation
• Employers are fully funded for their internship participation
• Contributes to overall growth of the community and economy

Program Impact (Previous Year):

• Successfully matched 30 skilled interns with 19 local employers
• 5 interns were offered and accepted permanent positions within their respective organizations

Program Status:

• Currently CLOSED - Application period has closed due to overwhelming interest
• Waiting list available for those still interested in potential future opportunities

Funding Source: Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation

Contact for Waiting List: Dan Sidler, dsidler@sarasotachamber.com

Note: Part of the two-part Opportunities For All (OFA) program which also includes the Business Assistance Funds Program.

Application Process

Current Status: Application period is CLOSED

For Future Opportunities:

• Interested parties can request to be added to the waiting list
• Contact: Dan Sidler at dsidler@sarasotachamber.com
• Include your interest in future OFA Summer Internship opportunities

Historical Application Timeline:

• Applications were accepted for summer placement
• Strong employer and intern demand resulted in closing of applications

FAQ Available: Program provides FAQ resources for applicants (see employer FAQs on website)