MAIF Kids Work Student Program
For Students
The Kids Work student program is designed to help students take the next step toward a confident, successful future. Whether you're exploring career options or gaining real-world work experience, this program provides the tools and support to help you grow.
Through hands-on learning, mentorship, and summer internship opportunities, students develop valuable life and workplace skills that go far beyond the classroom. Parents and families can feel confident knowing their students are gaining meaningful experience in a safe, structured, and encouraging environment.
Impact Explorers
Middle School Career Exploration (Rising 6th–8th Grade)
Discover exciting careers, try hands on activities, and meet people doing amazing things in our community! Impact Explorers gives you the chance to:
- Visit local businesses
- Experiment with aviation, technology & skilled trades
- Build realworld skills through fun workshops
- Meet professionals who want to help you grow
- Learn while having fun with friends
Curious? Adventurous? Ready to explore?
Join Impact Explorers and start discovering your future!
Impact Innovators
High School Career Discovery (Rising 9th–12th Grade)
Step into your future with real-world experiences that help you stand out! Impact Innovators helps you:
- Explore careers through site visits & workshops
- Build in-demand skills employers want
- Connect with mentors & business leaders
- Discover pathways to college, trades, military, or direct employment
- Strengthen your resume with early career experiences
If you’re ready to grow, learn, and lead—this is your next step.
MAIF Kids Work Summer Internship
Paid Internship Program (Ages 16–18)
Ready to earn money AND gain real work experience?
Our 8–10week paid internship places you with local businesses where you will:
- Learn professional skills
- Work with mentors
- Build your network
- Gain experience that helps you get jobs after high school
- Stand out for college, trades, or employers
This Summer Internship is your chance to level up!
KidsWork Summer Internship
STUDENTS - FAMILIES - SCHOOLS
Apply for a Paid Summer Internship with MAIF Kids Work!
Turn your summer into an 8 week paid internship with hands on work and workshops that build real life and professional skills.
Building confidence for college, careers, and beyond!
What We Offer:
- Paid In-Person Summer Internship: Obtain real world work experience with a business in Mecklenburg or Iredell County.
- Transportation, Lunch, and Uniform Allowances: We’ve got you covered so you can focus on making the most of your internship.
- Skill Development: Learn what it means to be a reliable, confident employee.
Seminars and - Workshops: Workshops that actually help you succeed in work and life including financial literacy, and much more to prepare you for the future.
Why Apply?
- Kickstart Your Career: This internship is designed to set you on a career track, providing valuable experience and connections.
- Support and Growth: Onboarding and program support from multiple career professionals.
- Community Impact: Be part of a program that not only supports your growth but also helps the community grow through give back projects.
Career Sectors / Ideas
- Mechanic
- HVAC
- Plumbing
- Electrical
- Graphic Design
- Construction
- Administrative
- Parks & Recreation
- Research & Development
- Public Service
- Racing
- Marketing
- Commercial Real Estate
- Finance
- Management
- Logistics
- IT
- Human Resources
- Mechatronics
- Economic Development
- Event Planning
- Welding
- Metal Fabrication
- Robotics
- Aviation
- Security
- Law Enforcement
- Inspector
- Automotive Technician
- Engineering
Student / Intern Highlights
- Age: Students must be high school aged, 16-18 years old. The program is open to rising juniors, seniors, and recent high school graduates for the upcoming school year.
- Career Interest: Open to all students interested in all sectors, including but not limited to manufacturing, skilled trades, technology, marketing, human resources, engineering, real estate, government, etc.
- Location: Students should reside in or attend public, home schools, private, or charter schools Iredell or Mecklenburg Counties.
- Availability: Students must be able to complete 160 hours of internship work. Employers will be semi-flexible for the interns regarding schedules. Approximately 12-20 hours per week depending on start and end dates from June to August.
- Commitment: Participants are expected to start on their committed date, though schedules may be semi-flexible. Students are required to attend Wednesday Workshops from 10:30 am- 12:30 pm throughout the internship (June-August). Students MUST attend the onboarding session.
- Application process: Students must complete an online application by the deadline date with no exceptions. All students must submit a recent transcript, attendance records and two adult recommendations from a teacher, coach, mentor, church, etc..
- Interview: Shortlisted applicants will participate in focus groups in May for final selection.
- Additional Perks of Internship: Transportation and uniform reimbursement available, as needed.
Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to build your future!
If you are interested in applying for internships, please click on the "Student Application" and you will be the first to know when applications are open.