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!