Recruitment takes place in late winter/early spring for the following September start date. Interested candidates will complete:
- Application
- Interview with the Project SEARCH Team
- Skills assessment participation in structured activities that reflect internship tasks to determine the students’ suitability for the program
Recruitment Timelines
(2024-2025 School Year)
February 20, 2024 | Program marketing – Interested students speak to school and Project SEARCH staff regarding candidacy – School staff referral and reference are needed |
February 29, 2024 |
In-person Information Session (7:00pm) |
March 7, 2024 |
Virtual Information Session (7:00pm) |
March 20, 2024 |
Applications Due |
April 4/5, 2024 |
Student Interviews (TBD) – Student Skills Assessment (TBD) |
April 18, 2024 |
Offer of Admission |
April 26, 2024 |
Interns notify Project SEARCH staff of their acceptance of offer |
May 6, 2024 |
Business Site Allocation |
May/June, 2024 |
Site Specific Onboarding |
September 3, 2024 |
Project SEARCH Orientation at Business Site |
September 4, 2024 |
First Day of the Program |
Application
Applications to the Project SEARCH Hamilton program are accepted in the late winter/ spring of each year for September enrolment. Please click on the link below to download and complete an application. Candidates must receive a referral from a staff member at their school.