Job Description

ACS SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

The ACS Summer Internship Program is a six-week experiential learning opportunity designed to introduce high school students to the professional business environment. Interns receive coaching, mentorship, and hands-on exposure to how organizations operate while contributing to ACS's mission of expanding and evolving apprenticeship opportunities across the United States.

Program Objectives

• Develop workplace professionalism, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Learn how business departments work together to achieve organizational goals.
• Gain exposure to workforce development, apprenticeship programs, and business strategy.
• Build confidence through meaningful projects, coaching, and mentorship.

Internship Experience: Essential Job Functions

• Rotate through multiple ACS departments and business functions.
• Observe and participate in project management, payroll support, compliance verification, operations, workforce development, and administrative functions.
• Complete projects and assignments that support ACS initiatives and business priorities.
• Learn how ACS increases participation in registered apprenticeship programs nationwide.
• Attend professional development and career-readiness coaching sessions.
• Collaborate with ACS team members while gaining practical workplace experience.

Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Familiarity with office software applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or equivalent
• May require excellent technical knowledge of network, PC Hardware, and software
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Excellent public speaking skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in performing tasks
• Ability to work well within a diverse population as well as autonomously
• Ability to contribute positively to team dynamics and outcomes
• Ability to handle sensitive information
• Ability to exhibit professionalism in conduct, integrity, punctuality, and adherence to workplace expectations and policies

Program Details

Duration: 6 Weeks (Paid Internship, salary range: $15-20/hour)
Schedule: Full-Time (40 hours), Flexible based on program needs and student availability
Location: ACS Office and/or approved worksite locations