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2525 Cabot Drive, Suite 205, Lisle, IL 60532
Must have already graduated from and have accepted their diploma from high school, must be a resident of area served, proof of disability either through IEP or DRS documentation, have access to independent transportation to/from hospital
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Will County, IL Kendall County, IL Kane County, IL Dupage County, IL
Offers 10-week long internships for individuals with disabilities that provide vocational skills in a variety of hospital departments. At the completion of the internships, students are placed into competitive employment.
Three main categories of internships:
- Operations: stocking linens and supplies, dock, assembling and cleaning equipment, delivering linens/equipment, completing work orders, sanitizing, etc.
- Clerical: data entry, scanning, making and receiving phone calls, alphabetizing, minimal patient interaction, shredding, using copying machines, sorting mail, etc.
- Hospitality: food and beverage prep, customer service, cashiering, stocking food items, cleaning spills, catering, refilling creamer and coffee machines, catering, identifying specialty items, etc.
01/23/2026
United Way of the Midlands
Parents Alliance Employment Project
Provides supported employment programs and individualized services for individuals with disabilities. Individuals explore career interests, develop job skills, and obtain and maintain meaningful employment.