Project GENESIS Summer Internship’s
The beginning of Passion, Innovation, & Future Workforce!
The Project GENESIS Internship program is paid summer internship designed for students to explore careers in the skilled trades. Sponsored by the City of Columbus Recreation & Parks through Mayor Andrew J. Ginther’s efforts to support youth during the Summer!
Project GENESIS: Discovery Experience
Explore. Learn. Earn.
Discover what's possible in the skilled trades through this 4-week paid summer experience for youth ages 14–18.
Each week, students will explore a different trade, connect with industry professionals, and participate in hands-on learning experiences. Participants will also join our Future Fridays workforce development sessions to build leadership, communication, financial literacy, and career-readiness skills.
Earn up to $1,000 while:
Exploring multiple skilled trades
Building professional and workplace skills
Learning from industry professionals
Gaining hands-on experience
Connecting with peers and mentors
Program Schedule
Fridays: Future Fridays Workforce Development Sessions 8a-4p
Saturdays: Skilled Trades Career Exploration Experience 9a-1p
(15) Limited Experience app’s are open now
Thank you to our 2026 sponsors!

