BroadFutures' DC Summer 2027 Internship Program

BroadFutures • Washington, DC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

BroadFutures' DC Summer 2027 Internship Program is a structured internship experience designed for motivated neurodivergent young people aged 18-26. The program runs from June 7 to August 6, 2027, and combines paid internships with individualized coaching, professional training, and ongoing mentorship. Interns participate in a cohort-based experience that includes pre-program training, weekly professional development, and personalized support. Internships are matched based on each intern’s strengths, interests, and goals, with opportunities in sectors such as nonprofit organizations, hospitality, marketing and communications, policy, administration, and technology. All accepted participants are guaranteed an internship placement. The program is designed for neurodivergent young adults who are college-capable, motivated to grow professionally, and ready to gain meaningful real-world experience in a supportive environment. Internships take place in person throughout the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. The first week involves comprehensive professional training, followed by internships Monday-Thursday (20 hours total) and professional training with the cohort every Friday. Interns and employers receive both group and one-on-one support. Interns receive stipends equal to at least D.C. minimum wage, totaling approximately $2,500 over the course of the program. These are transitional work experiences, not intended to lead to full-time employment.

Requirements

• Between the ages of 18 and 26.
• Identify as neurodivergent.
• Possess a high school diploma or GED by the start of the program.
• Be college-capable.
• Be able to be present for the entire program (June 7-August 6, 2027).
• Be able to work a 20-hour work week independently and without the assistance of a job coach.
• Be able to transport yourself to and from BroadFutures training, program events, and internship sites.
• If coming from out of state, be able to live independently.

Nice To Haves

• Internships are available in the following areas: hospitality and customer service, general administration, communications/marketing, technology/data analysis, research/policy.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a cohort-based experience that includes pre-program training, weekly professional development, and personalized support throughout the internship.
• Attend internship site Monday-Thursday (20 hours total) for the remainder of the program after the first week of training.
• Attend professional training with the intern cohort every Friday.
• Work a 20-hour work week independently and without the assistance of a job coach.
• Transport yourself to and from BroadFutures training, program events, and internship sites.
• Live independently if coming from out of state.

Benefits

• Paid internships
• Individualized coaching
• Professional training
• Ongoing mentorship
• Stipends equal to at least D.C. minimum wage (~$2,500 over the course of the program)
• Need-based scholarships
• Housing stipends

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED