Project SEARCH
Project SEARCH is a unique, business led, one year High School-to-work transition program that takes place entirely in the workplace.
Total workplace immersion facilitates a seamless combination of classroom instruction, career exploration, and hands-on training through worksite rotations.
Open to students:
Between the ages of 18-21
With an active IPE
Who Qualify for Vocational Rehabilitation Supported Employment services
Who defer receipt of their
high school diploma.
Who makes this possible?
Host Business
Vocational Rehabilitation
Local School District
Service Provider
Project SEARCH
Current Project SEARCH Sites
Halifax Health Medical Center
Volusia County, FL
John's Hopkins All Children's Hospital
Pinellas County, FL
University of North Florida
Duval County, FL
Grand Villa Senior Living
Flagler County, FL
Pacifica Senior Living
Pinellas County, FL
Medtronic
Duval County, FL
UF Health Jacksonville
Duval County, FL
For more information:
Please contact:
Project SEARCH Director John Brown
904-566-7237
Participant
Partners
Locations
Contact
Project SEARCH is an internationally trademarked and copyrighted program model focused on skill development and competitive employment for Project SEARCH interns with intellectual disabilities.
Project SEARCH is a partnership of essential agencies. This cooperation leads to series of seamless transition services that provide each student a significant opportunity for career achievement in their chosen employment field.
For more information on Project SEARCH please visit their website:
Program Goal
The goal of Project SEARCH is competitive, meaningful employment for each student participant. The program provides three 10 week internships tailored to each intern's interests and career goals. Through the internships, each student will develop a plethora of skills and tools while exploring multiple employment sectors. This interest and skill building will be vital as we develop successful career paths.
