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Employers

Attend an Upcoming Info Session!

Join us at an upcoming info session to learn more about being an employer with SummerWorks!
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2026 Info Sessions:
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  • VIRTUAL EVENING: Wednesday, February 11, 2026 @ 5PM
  • VIRTUAL MORNING: Friday, February 13, 2026 @ 9AM
  • VIRTUAL LUNCH: Thursday, February 19, 2026 @ 12PM
  • HYBRID BREAKFAST: Tuesday, March 3, 2026 @ 9 AM (on UM Campus)
  • VIRTUAL LUNCH: Thursday, March 5, 2026 @ 12PM
  • VIRTUAL EVENING: Wednesday, February 11, 2026 @ 5PM
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Once registered, you will receive a confirmation email that will contain session details and a Zoom link prior to the info session you choose.
Looking to apply?

If you are planning early and would like to have materials ready, here is what you will need to complete an application:

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  • Identified Supervisor and their contact information

  • Number of Interns you would like to host

  • Job Description(s) (not due until April 3rd)

  • Review Key Dates Below and Mark Your Calendar

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Not all information or materials need to be finalized. Once we receive an inquiry from an employer, our staff will schedule a zoom call to complete the application and go over program details together. 

Important Information

Key Dates - 2026​

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  • Application Opens | January 15

  • Interest Inquiry Form Deadline | March 15 

    • Submit by this deadline to be considered for ​internship funding

  • Final Internship Description Due Date| April 3

  • Employer Orientation | April 15 or April 17

  • Interview Event |May 6

  • Internship Kickoff - Networking Lunch | June 12

  • Internship Period Begins | Week of June 15

  • 1:1 Check Ins with Program Staff | Week of July 6

  • Program Ends | August 21

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Optional Events:

  • Optional PD for Employers and Mentors | April 23 and June 1

  • Roundtable Discussions for Employers and Mentors | June 24 and July 16

  • SummerWorks Service Day | July 17

  • End of Summer Celebration | August 21

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"The SummerWorks interns challenge us to think differently in how we do our work. They come to the office with a unique approach, and new perspectives that have helped us grow."

What you will get from the program:

  • Grow the future workforce: Introduce the next generation to your business and the opportunities and ideas in your field. 

  • Learn from the young adults: SummerWorks recruits and prepares great candidates to support your business or organization. Bring fresh eyes and energy to a project you’ve always wanted done over the summer.

  • Invest in our community: Being a part of SummerWorks positively contributes to the development of young adults in our community. It helps them build skills and exposes them to real-world opportunities they may not yet know about.

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Host an Intern

  • Hire young adults to work in-person or remotely from June to August 

  • Provide supervision and mentorship to your intern

  • SummerWorks staff provides HR and payroll assistance to make hiring as easy as possible

  • Pay $15-17/hour for 20 hours per week, including time spent at Professional Development sessions*

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*If unable to pay this rate, we can work with you to find alternative funding options when possible

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Give a Career Talk

  • To ensure youth learn about as many career paths and hear about as many experiences as possible, we are always interested to hear from potential speakers for our Professional Development sessions

  • Present about your career path / industry / Professional Development session topic

  • Sessions last for 30-90 minutes (confirmed with staff follow-up)

  • Career talks are a great opportunity to inspire young adults and build awareness for your field and organization

If you're interested in one of the opportunities above, but are not sure how you want to be involved just yet, please submit an inquiry here and SummerWorks staff will reach out to help you find the perfect fit!

Scroll below to view previous SummerWorks employers.

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