Register to host an Intern the the Hudson County Internship Program - 2025

The Hudson County Internship Program offers your business access to pre-trained, grant-funded or employer-funded college interns, paid at $20/hour for up to 75 hours.
Built on an ACE framework: Apply, Connect, Elevate, this program equips interns with career readiness training to ensure they make meaningful contributions to your business while gaining valuable experience.

Interns will have the opportunity to:
✔ Apply their knowledge in real-world settings
✔ Connect with career pathways in skilled trades, innovation, and community impact
✔ Elevate their futures through hands-on learning

Fall Enrollment Now Open: Fall Internship Dates: September 22 2025 - November 14, 2025

This internship program builds a strong pipeline of skilled talent for local businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies. Led by the Hudson County Improvement Authority (HCIA) in partnership with the Hudson County Economic Development Corporation (HCEDC), it provides employers with access to motivated interns from Hudson County Community College, New Jersey City University, and an expanding network of schools across Hudson County.

Register to cultivate future professionals while gaining fresh insights and dedicated talent.


Key Internship Dates
Internship Interviews: August 25-September 5
Business Info Session: July 28
Intern Match Day: Friday, September 12, 2025
Business Orientation/Readiness: September 16 & 18
Fall Internship Dates: September 22 2025 - November 14, 2025

Questions? Please contact Elise White at Ewhite@srlenterprises.com for any questions.
Section 1: Business Information

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* 1. Business Name

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* 2. Business Address

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* 3. Contact Person

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* 4. Contact Person Phone number

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* 5. Website

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* 6. Please provide a brief description of your business

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* 7. Is your business registered as a business in New Jersey?

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* 8. What year was your company founded?

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* 9. Does the business have a location in Hudson County?

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* 10. How many interns would your business like to host this semester?

Please note: Grouping interns enhances experiential learning by fostering collaboration, peer support, and efficiency in project and program execution. It also helps interns develop teamwork skills and allows businesses to maximize their mentorship impact.

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* 11. Which industry best describes your organization? *Select the industry that best fits your business:

This helps us match interns with businesses that align with their skills and career interests. (Based on NAISC Classifications)

Section 3 : Internship Role & Focus Area

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* 12. Does your business or organization need support in creating a structured intern plan?
Businesses and organizations without a formal intern plan are encouraged to attend a 30-minute Business Intern Readiness Session to customize their intern experience and onboarding process.

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* 13. Hudson County Internship Flexible Program Pathways

Select the pathway that best aligns with your organization’s need for an intern. Your selection will help us match students who are best suited for the experience, while providing businesses with motivated talent to support growth and innovation.

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* 14. Upload Intern Job Description
**If you do not have an Intern Plan, use the Intern Plan Builder resources HERE!

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* 15. What specific internship role(s) will your business, organization or agency offer? **Skip if you uploaded the job description.
**Use an Intern Plan Builder HERE!
**Provide an summary job description including the intern's title, role and responsibilities. Include specific needs and task you expect the intern to do or software/tool proficiencies.

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* 16. (Optional) Please share your intern qualification preferences, keeping in mind that we welcome students from all majors to apply. Let us know if there are specific skills, academic backgrounds, or interests that would be a good fit for your business needs.

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* 17. Supervisor Contact Information

Section 6: Intern Acknowledgement & Consent

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* 18. I understand and acknowledge that by submitting this application, this confirms that the business/organization/agency meeds eligibility requirements.
  • Must be located in Hudson County, NJ
  • Provide an internship experience that fits program pathways (Skills-Based, Business & Entrepreneurial or Community & Civic Impact)
  • Minimum 10-15 hours /week for intern and 75 or 200 total hours within designated semester dates (Spring and Summer currently available)
  • Assign a dedicated supervisor to guide the intern’s experience.
  • Provide a structured internship experience with meaningful work assignments

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* 19. I understand that intern placement depends on student-business alignment. If my business is not selected initially, I am aware that my business registration will remain on file for all of 2025.

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* 20. How did you learn about the Hudson County Internship Program?

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* 21. Please share any additional information, requirements, or questions you may have.

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