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Summer Work Program

The Summer Work Program, offered at 60 locations, aims to provide students with disabilities a paid, inclusive summer work experience to increase their skills.

Benefits for Students:

  • Career Exploration
  • Self-Advocacy
  • Paid Experience
  • Parent Involvement
  • Social Skills
  • Student Support
  • Goal Setting 

Types of Jobs:

  •  Retail
  • Animal Services
  • Customer Service
  • Food Services
  • Virtual
  • Recreation

 

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"I like being able to figure things out by myself but also have the option of being able to ask others around me for help."

The 2026 Summer Work Program consists of two four-week sessions. To participate, individuals must be ages 16-22 and be current clients of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) or eligible for VR services by the start of the program. Additionally, participants must be enrolled in an educational program for Fall 2026, which can include college, community college, Project SEARCH, Project Focus, high school, etc.

The program prioritizes first-time participants, but previous participants are also welcome to apply. The Summer Work Program will be held in Maricopa, Pima, Pinal, Cochise, Santa Cruz, Navajo, Yuma and Apache counties.

The sessions are as follows:
- June Session: June 1 – June 26 (off on June 19)
- July Session: July 6 – July 31

The 2026 Summer Work Program application will open in February 2026.

 

Contact

If you have questions or want more information, contact Kelsey Montaño at kmontano1@arizona.edu.

 

 

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Funding was made possible in part by the Arizona Department of Economic Security - Vocational Rehabilitation Services, and partnering schools and employers. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect the official policies of these organizations and entities.