EMPLOYER HOSTED
Internship & Externships

Empower Tomorrow’s Workforce
Partner with Phoenix College’s
NSF WBE Internship Program

Phoenix College invites employers to join an opportunity to shape the future of the technology workforce by hosting community college students in internship and externship experiences. Our students are a dynamic, minority-majority, multilingual cohort pursuing cybersecurity, networking, device repair, and application development careers. These aspiring professionals, enrolled in certificate and bachelor’s programs in Information Technology, are ready to contribute their skills and enthusiasm to your organization.

Why Partner with Phoenix College?

1. Diverse Talent Pool: With over 500 students actively pursuing careers in computer information technology, your organization can access a talent pipeline rich in diversity and global perspectives.

2. Cost-Free Participation: Thanks to our grant-funded program, there is no cost to host interns. We cover all student stipends, background checks, and fingerprint clearance cards, ensuring a seamless experience for employers.

3. Flexibility in Engagement: Host individual students or cohorts of 5-20 students customized to the host employer needs, with opportunities for online, in-person, or hybrid engagements to suit your operational needs.

4. High Availability: Summer internships are particularly valuable, as students have greater availability to commit to intensive learning and contribute meaningfully to your projects.

The Benefits to Employers

Gain fresh perspectives and innovative ideas from tech-savvy students.
Build goodwill and enhance your brand reputation by supporting workforce development.
You can connect directly with skilled graduates who could become your next hires.

Listen here to STUDENT STORIES in their words.

How to Participate

The process to join our program is streamlined for your convenience:

1. Define the Opportunity: Work with Phoenix College WBE staff to outline the roles, responsibilities, and experiences you will offer students. Contact us at wbe@phoenixcollege.edu or complete the form below and we'll contact you.

2. Please go ahead and finalize the Agreement. You can enter into a simple agreement with the college to formalize your participation. Here is the agreement we use for:

   • Non-Public Entities

   • Public Entities 

   • Special Use Form: For when a student is a current employee with the host organization where the internship is paid for by the grant.

3. Meet Your Candidates: Participate in a session to meet and select students who align with your needs and organizational goals.

4. Host Your Interns: Provide a supportive environment for interns to gain real-world experience, with administrative support from the college.

Let’s Build the Future Together

By partnering with Phoenix College, you contribute to breaking down barriers, bridging the digital divide, and preparing the next generation of IT professionals. We can create a lasting impact while addressing your organization’s immediate talent needs. To participate or learn more, contact us today. Your engagement will enhance your team and empower students to achieve their dreams. Let’s make a difference—one internship at a time. 

TO GET STARTED, PLEASE COMPLETE THE FORM BELOW OR SEND AN EMAIL TO WBE@PhoenixCollege.edu 

NSF - National Science Foundation |  WBE - work-based education