Join Rhonda Wood, Coordinator, College Internship Program for an online information session about this internship program that you can start at any time in Fall 2026, Spring 2027, or Summer 2027. She will answer your questions and discuss how she pairs you with an employer and internship site.
- Tuesday, September 8 at 4:00 p.m. EST
- Teams meeting - https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/227316050719276?p=XCR62gHdQTm4nPlvZw
If you have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and you’d like to gain hands-on, real-world experience and to enhance your interpersonal skills, this internship program is for you! The Easterseals Crossroads staff will match you with a company/organization in your field of study. During the school year, she can place you in a Terre Haute location, and during the summer, you can intern in various areas throughout Indiana. The PAID internship experience can be a few weeks long or for the entire semester or summer, depending on your needs. Past internship employers include: Indianapolis Children’s Museum, Eiteljorg Museum, Art Mix, Indiana State Museum, Humane Society, Indy Indians, Indy Eleven, Indiana State Library, and various YMCAs.
Qualifications for an internship:
- Individual must be diagnosed with any form of Autism.
- Must be enrolled in at least 3 credit hours
- Must be able to manage transportation (car, bus, Uber, etc.).
Benefits for Students:
- Enhancing and developing work skills
- Gaining valuable insight into workplace culture and standards
- Developing your resume through practical work experience
- Cultivating your professional networks
Internship Details:
- All internships are paid $15/hour, unless the employer provides additional pay.
- Internships are flexible and may start/end at any time necessary.
- There is no stipulation as to how many hours an individual has to work each week.
Rhonda Wood
rwood@eastersealscrossroads.org
College Internship Development Specialist, Easterseals Crossroads Indianapolis