AHRC NYC is seeking young adults (18-24yrs. old) to join their Advance & Earn (A&E) Direct Support Professional (DSP) program. The A&E program is a PAID Internship Program for NYC Youths (18-24) who are looking to become DSP's. DSP's provide vital assistance and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This Paid Internship program prepares NYC youth for a rewarding career as a Direct Support Professional (DSP). Internships are available in all 5 boroughs.
ENROLL NOW for the Fall Program which runs from September 2nd, 2025 through January 16th 2026
Classroom Locations:
Lower Manhattan at 83 Maiden Lane
Staten Island at 25 Victory Blvd, 3rd Floor
PROGRAM PROVIDES:
● 20 weeks of high-level training with mentorship from industry leaders.
● Paid Internships at $18 per hour, Monday-Friday 15-25 hrs./wk. for up to 250 hours, in one of the top Non-Profit agencies in the field
● Nationally Recognized Certification from the National Alliance of Direct Support Professionals (NADSP)
● Job placement assistance
Daily Lunch and Metro card
● Assistance in accessing necessary services and benefits
● In-person, small group sessions with individualized attention
● Counseling and social/emotional support
Skim through our informational video to see if our Advance & Earn GED program aligns with your goals: https://youtu.be/wsgnmC3TI_o?si=kiG-t4aEUD4Q589B