Project SEARCH
Offers work experience to help disabled youth switch from school to adult life
Overview
The Project SEARCH Transition-to-Work Program is a job training program that lasts for one school year. It is led by a business and takes place completely at the workplace.
Students learn in a classroom, explore different careers, and get hands-on experience by working in different areas of the job site. At the end of the program, each student gets help finding and getting a job that fits them.
Project SEARCHWho qualifies?
This program is designed for high school seniors and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
How to sign up
Anchorage
Fairbanks
Mat-Su
Students and parents interested in an Alaska Project SEARCH site for the student’s last year of high school are encouraged to discuss this interest with their teacher as well.