Supported Employment

Your Bridge to a Brighter Future

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Our program connects motivated individuals with local businesses in Redding and Chico to build real-world skills, boost confidence, and pave the way to lasting employment. Through hands-on training, personalized coaching, and risk-free employer partnerships, everyone wins.

Internships That Inspire

From day one, we match your unique talents and passions with businesses that need them. Our carefully designed internships let you gain meaningful, on-the-job experience while employers mentor and discover tomorrow’s talent.

Career Alignment

We connect internswith businesses that match their skills, passions, and career goals.

Hands-On Experience

Interns gain real-world training, applying their knowledge in meaningful, hands-on roles.

Employer Engagement

Businesses have the opportunity to mentor emerging talent and explore long-term hires after the program.

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Personalized Coaching

We believe great coaches make great employees. Your job coach will prepare you before Day 1 and stays by your side throughout the internship, and beyond, if you’re hired.

Job Readiness Training

Interns receive pre-employment training to build skills and confidence.

One-on-One Support

A dedicated job coach is available to guide members of the program throughout their internship.

Continued Assistance

If hired, job coaches remain available to support interns as needed.

Employer Benefits

Employers are able to support interns with zero financial risk. We cover wages, workers’ comp, and payroll taxes so you can focus on what matters.

Wages & Taxes Covered

Intern wages, worker’s compensation, and payroll taxes are covered during the length of the internship.

Flexible Commitment

Internships can be part-time or full-time, lasting up to one year or 1,040 hours.

Who Can Participate?

Whether you’re seeking practical work experience or looking for committed individuals to grow alongside your business with you, our program is built for both sides of the table.

People

Those seeking hands-on training, workplace experience, and a pathway to meaningful employment.

Businesses

Employers looking for dedicated, skilled interns to contribute to their teams.