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Selective Summer Internship Cohort | Play-Place Autism Center

Play-Place Autism & Special Needs Center
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We are pleased to offer a selective internship cohort experience for students seeking meaningful, hands-on exposure in the special needs and nonprofit space. This is more than an internship—it is an immersive opportunity to develop real-world skills while making a measurable impact in the lives of individuals with diverse abilities.

Interns are embedded within our dynamic programming, gaining direct experience supporting individuals of all ages and cognitive levels in a structured, engaging, and inclusive environment. This program is ideal for students pursuing degrees in Special Education, Psychology, Social Work, Mental Health, ABA, Nonprofit Management, or related fields, as well as high school IB students seeking purposeful service experience.

Program Highlights

  • Direct, hands-on experience with participants
  • Exposure to program development and facilitation
  • Leadership and professional skill-building in a mission-driven setting
  • Insight into nonprofit operations and community impact

Internship Logistics

  • Duration: 6–8 weeks
  • Commitment: Minimum 12 hours/week (average ~20 hours/week)
  • Compensation: This is an unpaid internship; however, participants may receive a $750 stipend upon successful completion of the program.
    A hybrid option is also available, which includes a $450 stipend.
    In addition, interns will receive a formal Certificate of Completion and a professional Letter of Recommendation from the Executive Director (performance-based), recognizing their contributions, growth, and demonstrated competencies throughout the program.

High-performing interns may also be considered for future paid opportunities within Play-Place programming.

  • Location: Sterling Heights

Cohort Opportunities

Lil’ Leapsters Summer Program Intern (June 22 – August 14)

  • Support and facilitate preschool-aged programming
  • Assist with structured group activities and participant engagement
  • Contribute to social, educational, and life skills development
  • Weekday availability required

Intern to the Executive Director (Year-round availability)

  • Assist with program coordination, communications, and administration
  • Support partnership development and community outreach
  • Contribute to special projects and operational initiatives
  • Weekday availability required
  • Transportation required

Candidate Profile

We are seeking individuals who are:

  • Compassionate, dependable, and proactive
  • Strong communicators with a growth mindset
  • Creative, detail-oriented, and solutions-driven

This selective cohort is intentionally small to ensure a high-quality, impactful experience for each participant. We encourage early application as space is limited.