The Summer Work Program is back!
Monday, June 28 through Friday, July 30

The 5 week program is for students enrolled in the OCS course of study. Your student can earn 96 hours of competitive employment toward the OCS 350 hour requirement. Program cost is $615.00 which includes a $40 application fee.

Supported Employment Experience

The Arc of Wake County supports the principal that all people with disabilities should have the opportunity to work in their communities. To better prepare people with disabilities for the school-to-work transition, Project SEE, a 5-week supported employment program provides a variety of work settings/samplings which allow the Interns to make informed vocational choices. Interns gain valuable insight into their occupational interests and strengths as well as develop skills to enhance their opportunities for employment in their own communities. Project SEE staff encourages the development of natural supports and promotes the philosophy of inclusion, within the work environment.

HISTORY

Organized as a nonprofit in 1980 by parents of children with developmental disabilities who were part of the business community and professionals in the field of developmental disabilities, the program provided on-site job training at both private and non-profit businesses utilizing the Individual Placement model of supported employment. Project SEE became a program of the Arc of Wake County in 2000.

SUCCESS

Since Project SEE’s inception, more than 162 individuals have participated. Experiences gained through this program, enhances the Intern’s opportunities for competitive employment after completion of high school. When individuals work in their community, they develop pride, self-respect, and a sense of belonging. Project SEE will satisfy the needs of the individuals seeking employment and employers seeking a productive and dependable work force.

Interested Employers should contact the Project SEE staff for more information on how to become involved in this program.

Participant Application

Prospective Employers Brochure

"I liked my job and my coach." –Intern

"Great opportunity for our son to be exposed to a true work environment.” - Parent

"I think Project SEE definitely helped my daughter acquire marketable job skills.” - Parent

"Project SEE helped me to get a job and make big bucks!” – Intern

"We thoroughly enjoyed the relationship with Project SEE and would not hesitate to participate again.” – Job Site Survey Response