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PrepareRI Program by Skills for Rhode Island's Future
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Program Description

The PrepareRI High School Internship Program is a program of Skills for Rhode Island’s Future (SkillsRI) and is funded by the Governor's Workforce Board, Bank of America, Nordson EFD, Citizens Bank, and Coca-Cola.  

 

For questions about this application process, please call SkillsRI at 401-680-5960 and ask for a PrepareRI Recruiter. 

 

SkillsRI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and program provider. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. TTY via RI Relay 711. Language access services in your preferred language can be provided at no cost to you. Call (401) 680-5960 for assistance in the translation and understanding of the information in this document. 

About the Internship

The PrepareRI High School Internship Program is a rigorous 7-week work-based learning experience where current Rhode Island public high school juniors, including public charter schools and home school students with identified local LEA, are placed in a paid summer internship during the summer of 2026. We are looking for high school students who are highly motivated to learn, earn, and connect through experiential career learning. Students selected into the program will make $17.00/hour and can earn up to $4,700 for the summer.

 

For the 2026 PrepareRI High School Internship Program, SkillsRI is planning for a place-based internship where interns will be placed with one of SkillsRI’s 200+ employer partnerships. Our internships are typically in-person, but virtual or hybrid may be required based on the employer’s work model.

 

To ensure the safety of all students and employer partners, SkillsRI will follow the COVID-19 vaccination requirements of its employer partners. If an employer partner has mandated vaccination requirements, interns interested in said employer will need to be fully vaccinated. 

 

The PrepareRI High School Internship Program is designed for all students, regardless of ability, learning style, or career interest. 

 

If you want to learn more about the program before you apply, or if you need support completing the application, please email us at prepareri@skillsforri.com or call SkillsRI at 401-680-5960 and ask for a PrepareRI Recruiter. 

Internship Eligibility Requirements
  • Attend a Rhode Island public high school, public charter high school, or home school with an identified local LEA
  • Current junior in high school (2025/2026 school year)
  • Parental/Guardian consent to participate
  • Rhode Island resident
  • Minimum of 16 years of age by March 30, 2026
  • Complete the online PrepareRI High School Internship Application
  • Complete interview with SkillsRI and with the employer(s)
  • Attend a 40-hour paid work-readiness bootcamp scheduled for June 22 – June 26, 2026, from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
  • Complete a minimum of 150 hours of work over a 6-week period between July 6 - August 14, 2026
  • Have a flexible schedule for work during the summer of 2025
  • Eligible to work in the United States
Application & Program Timeline (subject to change)

Phase 1: Application & Support Services 

 

November 3, 2025: Application period opens and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Get your application in early.

 

November 3, 2025 – May 29, 2026: Student coaching is available to assist with all phases of the application process, including completing the application, resume writing, interview preparation, and support with student accommodations. Students can schedule coaching sessions in advance and request additional services by contacting our team at prepareri@skillsforri.com.  

 

January 14, 2026: Application deadline. Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. Incomplete or late applications WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED 

 

January 16, 2026: Students will be notified if they advance to the initial SkillsRI interviews (Phase 2)

 

Phase 2: Initial SkillsRI Interviews

 

January 19 – Mar. 6, 2026: Students will interview with SkillsRI to determine if they will advance to Orientation (Phase 3)

 

March 11, 2026: Deadline for resume submissions. Please use the free resource guide found here to help you create your resumes.

 

Phase 3:  Orientation 

 

March 16 – April 10, 2026: Mandatory student-parent/guardian orientation sessions. Notices with dates will be sent to all eligible applicants

 

March 23 - April 17, 2026: Students will be notified if they advance to Employer Matching & Final Selection (Phase 4). 

 

Any student who advances to the Employer Matching & Final Selection phase has officially been accepted to the PrepareRI Internship Program

 

Phase 4: Employer Matching & Final Selection

 

March 23 – June 5, 2026: Students will be matched and interviewed with prospective employers for their internship

 

June 12, 2026: Students will be notified of their final internship placement with an employer

 

Phase 5: Student Program Onboarding 

 

March 30 - June 19, 2026: Students will be required to complete additional employer paperwork

 

Onboarding paperwork will be done on a rolling basis once matched with an employer  

 

Phase 6: Work Readiness Bootcamp and Internship Work Experience  

 

June 22 –June 26, 2026: Mandatory work readiness bootcamp for selected students 

 

July 6 – August 14, 2026: The 6-week internship with the employer takes place. Students must complete a minimum of 150 hours of work over this period

 

August 14, 2026: Program Celebration

Online Application

Application period is open from November 3, 2025, until January 14, 2026, at 11:59 pm. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling-basis; therefore, we strongly encourage you to complete the application as soon as possible. Late applications or incomplete applications will not be accepted.  

 

You may start and save your application online. To save your application and return to complete it later, you will need to create a log-in account.  We strongly encourage you to write down your log-in account information and save your work along the way. We also ask you to use a personal email address to avoid school-imposed firewalls.

 

Paper applications will NOT be accepted.  If you need help filling out the application or access to a computer, please contact SkillsRI or your school career coordinator, school guidance counselor, or school principal. 

 

If you have any trouble saving or submitting your application, please contact SkillsRI at 401-680-5960 or prepareri@skillsforri.com. Applications will only be accepted online through this form.

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Student Demographic Information

Demographic data is used for grant funding purposes. This information will not influence the selection process. PrepareRI is an equal Opportunity program. Students with diverse backgrounds or requiring accommodations due to a disability or medical condition will not be penalized for disclosing this information. Collecting this information ensures that our program continues its equitable practices. If you have a disability or a medical condition, SkillsRI will make every effort to provide the necessary accommodations and meet reasonable requests. Providing this information helps us help you!










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Short Questions

Interests & Goals

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Adaptability

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Leadership & Responsibility

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Skills & Experiences

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Projects & Accomplishments

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Career Interests



If you are selected to participate in the PrepareRI High School Internship Program, we will use the following career interest information to assist us in matching you with an employer. As we begin matching you to an employer and offer you an internship placement, we will be identifying the skills you will need to learn to be successful in your career interest while also exposing you to the world of work.
Top 3 Career Choices
Rank your career areas of interest from your first career choice being the area you are most interested in exploring. Please note, your first choice is not guaranteed, and we want to make sure when you are ranking your selections, the career interests should be different. Please do not select the same career interest for “First Career Choice”, Second Career Choice, and “Third Career Choice.”  


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A resume is not required to apply for the PrepareRI High School Internship Program. However, if you do have a resume, we encourage you to upload it as part of your application. If you are selected to participate in the program, you will be required to complete a resume in the next phase. We strongly encourage you to begin working on a resume as soon as possible. Please use the linked resource as a guide to construct your resume. 



Student Employment and Program Requirements

If you are selected for the PrepareRI High School Internship Program, as part of your onboarding for paid employment, you will be required to provide employment eligibility documents consistent with a standard I-9 form. The types of documents that are generally accepted for paid employment include the following, please check any of the documents you may have. If you are not sure if you have any of the below documents, please check “I am not sure if I have any of these documents". 


Transportation
If selected for the internship, you will be required to provide your own transportation to and from your worksite and other mandatory activities. While every effort will be made to place you at a worksite that is close to your home, we cannot guarantee this.


Plans After High School

Accomodations and Special Requests



The PrepareRI High School Internship Program welcomes students of all abilities. We are committed to providing support and accommodations necessary to ensure the successful completion of the internship program. To best support you, it is important that you share as much information as you feel comfortable regarding services you may need to be successful. If you need additional support or accommodations, please describe in the box below. If you prefer to discuss your need for additional support or accommodations directly with a recruiter, please email us at prepareri@skillsforri.com, request assistance using this link, or call 401-680-5960 and ask to speak with a PrepareRI Recruiter.  

SkillsRI is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. SkillsRI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees, interns and applicants for employment or internship and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.   

Submitting the Application

Before submitting your application, please review all of your answers. When you are ready to submit, please read the following required expectations of the PrepareRI High School Internship Program. By signing your name below and submitting your application, you are acknowledging your ability to meet the requirements of our program. 


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