Project SEARCH Internship
A supported pathway to gain valuable skills & career prospects
Project SEARCH is an internationally recognised employment program supporting young adults with disability aged 17–30 with NDIS funding (Capacity Building or CORE funding) to get work experience – building skills & confidence required for employment opportunities.
The Disability Trust partners with reputable host employers, to provide interns with real-world workplace training, supported by experienced job coaches, with the goal of progressing participants into open, paid employment.
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About The Project SEARCH Internship
Real workplaces. Real skills. Real outcomes.
The Project SEARCH Internship is a 9-month, unpaid, supported workplace program delivered in a real employment setting. Participants complete three workplace rotations, developing practical, transferable skills while building confidence, routine and independence.
The internship is suited to young adults who are ready to commit to a structured workplace environment and want to work toward employment. Individual access to reliable transport is required.
Key outcomes include:
Around 75% of Project SEARCH graduates move into paid work
Ongoing support
All Project SEARCH internships are supported by dedicated job coaches who work alongside participants and employers to:
- Break down tasks
- Support communication and problem-solving
- Build confidence and independence
- Ensure safety and wellbeing
- Prepare participants for future employment opportunities
Ready to get started?
Ready to take the next step?
If you’re interested in Project SEARCH:
- Explore the internship information above
- Consider whether the Job Ready Employment Program is the right place to start
- Register your interest to discuss suitability and next steps
Want to fast-track your readiness to employment?
Try the new 6-8 week Job Ready Employment Program first
We understand that some young people need more time to build confidence, routine or foundational skills before stepping into a 9-month workplace internship.
The Job Ready Employment Program is a short theory-based structured workshop designed to help young adults develop essential job-ready and life skills, and to explore whether a Project SEARCH internship may be the right next step.
It is designed as a supported opportunity to build skills, confidence and readiness.
For Businesses: Partner with Us
Foster Inclusivity. Strengthen culture. Create opportunity.
Project SEARCH partners with employers to deliver supported internships for young adults with disability, creating inclusive employment pathways while delivering real business benefits.
By becoming a Project SEARCH host, your organisation gains access to motivated talent, ongoing support, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Why host a Project SEARCH internship?
- Access motivated, job-ready talent
- Strengthen workplace culture
- Increase employee engagement
- Enhance your reputation
- Improve recruitment practices
- Deliver real business outcomes
Support included
Employers are supported by dedicated Project SEARCH job coaches who work alongside your team to support interns and ensure positive outcomes.
Interested in partnering with Project SEARCH?
If your organisation would like to host interns or learn more about becoming a Project SEARCH partner, we’d love to talk.
Project SEARCH Internship Host Partners
