Host an Intern
Host a Data Analytics, Frontend Development or UX Design Intern at your organization!
In partnership with Ramsey County and the City of St Paul, we are excited to be able to offer paid internships to our Learn and Earn participants in Fall 2024 and Winter 2025.
After going through our bootcamp program, our program participants are ready to put their new skills to work at your organization! We're reaching out to visionary employers like you who are passionate about fostering diverse talent and driving innovation. We're seeking partners who can provide invaluable work experience opportunities for our program graduates, starting this summer.
Employer Committment
Interested employers would be committing to the following:
An 7-8 week part-time internship at your organization
Provide mentorship and support during that period
Interns are paid $3,000 through Hack the Gap (in partnership with Ramsey County and the City of St Paul) and gain valuable work experience.
Why host an internship?
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Think of interns as your productivity superheroes. They jump right into projects and handle those important but time-consuming tasks. This means your regular team can zero in on the bigger stuff, without sweating the small stuff. It’s all about making the workplace more dynamic and getting more done without overloading anyone. Plus, it’s always nice to have some extra hands on deck!
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Engaging interns is like planting seeds for your future team. You get to witness their skills and potential firsthand, providing a unique opportunity to identify and nurture tomorrow's leaders and specialists. Think of it as a strategic approach to talent acquisition. You’re not just filling roles for today, you’re scouting out the pros of tomorrow. And for those interns who really stand out? They could be the perfect candidates for full-time positions down the line, streamlining your hiring process and trimming recruitment costs.
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By joining our internship program, your company not only shows its dedication to community growth and social responsibility, but also creates valuable mentorship opportunities for your current staff. It’s a way to blend community contribution with internal team development, as your employees gain new perspectives and fresh energy from mentoring the interns. This approach enriches both your organization and the wider community.
Your Internship Program Partners
Our interns get ongoing professional development through hands-on workshops and continuous mentorship. We make sure they’re fully supported, working alongside their employers to give them the best chance to thrive and grow in their roles.
Internship Skills
At Hack the Gap, we're proud to provide opportunities to the next group of tech innovators. Our interns come from specialized classes in UX Design, Frontend Development, or Data Analysis, bringing diverse skills and fresh perspectives to every project.
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Frontend Development
Skilled in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks like React and Node.js, our Frontend Development interns transform designs into responsive, interactive web applications.
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UX/UI Design
Our UX Design interns excel at crafting user-friendly experiences utilizing tools like Figma and Canva. From wireframing to user testing, they ensure designs are both beautiful and highly functional.
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Data Analyst
Proficient in Python, R, SQL, and Excel, our Data Analysis interns turn raw data into actionable insights, supporting data-driven decision-making.