DDS Urban Youth Collaborative Internship

Join the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) as part of the Urban Youth Collaborative Program (UYCP) and work full-time this summer supporting individuals with developmental disabilities as a paid intern.

DDS Urban Youth Collaborative Program Details

Interested in exploring the human services field?

The Urban Youth Collaborative Program (UYCP) places high school and college interns in provider agencies, state-operated programs, and developmental centers across the Commonwealth in full-time summer jobs providing support to individuals with intellectual disabilities.

While working as a DDS UYCP intern, you will:

• Experience a range of human services roles in residential, vocational, and administrative settings while working alongside professionals.
• Work to expand the social and recreational activities for people with intellectual disabilities.
• Make a difference in someone's life!

Apply to the UYCP Internship

Applications will open soon for 2024 interns.

UYCP Program Requirements

• Applicant must be between 18-24 years old.
• Have a valid driver's license.
• Must have a reliable form of transportation.

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