CT Manufacturing Internship Program

Invest in Talent and Drive Your Business Forward

Connecticut manufacturers of all sizes and industries can leverage our internship program to strengthen their teams and build a pipeline of future talent.

Exclusive Program Benefits for Employers:

  • Expand Your Reach: Connect with top talent and position your company as a leader in Connecticut manufacturing by posting your internships on our Opportunities page.

  • Professional Development & Networking Opportunities: Enrolled interns are invited to participate in professional development workshops, networking events, and company tours, creating meaningful connections and enhancing their skills.

  • Up to $14,000 in Wage Subsidies: Companies with fewer than 300 employees can apply for a matching wage subsidy grant, covering up to $14,000 for four qualified interns during the summer of 2025.

Join CT Manufacturing Internship Program

  1. Submit Your Positions: Post your internship openings on our Internship Opportunities page.

  2. Meet Candidates: Join us on April 3, 2025 for a statewide Manufacturing, Engineering & Technology Career Fair at Quinnipiac University.

  3. Review and Hire: Evaluate applicants and make your hiring decisions.

  4. Enroll Your Interns: Register all your hired interns to ensure their participation in the summer program, access to professional development events, and your eligibility for wage subsidies.

  5. Apply for Reimbursement: Submit your application for up to four qualified interns when the link becomes available in August.

Are you a student seeking an internship? Learn more about the program and opportunities.

Experiential learning opportunities

Hands-on, real-world experience early in college is central to this program.

Paul Lavoie, Connecticut’s Chief Manufacturing Officer

“The internship program is critical to our ‘learn in Connecticut, earn in Connecticut’ vision. We want to make sure our college students fully understand the outstanding career opportunities across our State. We make the most sophisticated machines and parts in the state, we have a talented workforce, and we are a national leader in innovation. An internship at a manufacturing company is the best way to get involved.”

FAQs

  • If you haven’t submitted your postings with CCAT, please do here. We also recommend posting your internship openings on Handshake, a popular platform for college students.

  • Enroll your interns now to fully engage in the program, which includes professional development and events. Click here

  • Yes, the wage subsidy is limited to $14,000 for up to four interns. It applies to Connecticut employers with fewer than 300 employees and is available for rising sophomores, juniors, or seniors from four-year institutions, as well as rising sophomores enrolled in Connecticut State two-year programs.

  • Enrolled employers will receive detailed instructions in July for processing the reimbursement, which covers up to $14,000 for four eligible interns. Reimbursement processing will begin in August.

Launching your first internship program?

Watch our Creating an Effective Internship Program webinar and glean invaluable best practices and tips from accomplished Connecticut manufacturers.

Some of our Participating Companies