Project SEARCH
Project SEARCH is a one-year internship program for students with disabilities, in their last year of high school. It is designed for students whose goal is competitive employment.
The program takes place in a healthcare, government, or business setting where total immersion in the workplace facilitates the teaching and learning process as well as the acquisition of employability and marketable work skills. Students participate in three 10-week internships in different departments to explore a variety of career paths.
The students work with a team that includes their family, a special education teacher and Michigan Rehabilitation Services Counselor to create an employment goal and support the student during this important transition from school to work.
Project SEARCH intern cleaning gym equipment.
Project SEARCH intern preparing office deliveries.
Project SEARCH intern delivering mail.
Project SEARCH intern filling beverages for patients.
Project SEARCH intern serving food in the cafeteria.
