New for March: Streamlined Application Process

Starting March, businesses can register and apply for training grants through our new Grants Management System.

Register and Apply for Internship Training Grants Here

Helping Businesses Build Future Talent

The Internship Grants program aims to empower local businesses by providing resources to establish structured, hands-on learning experiences. These internships are designed to equip individuals with the critical skills, knowledge, and abilities necessary for successful workplace participation. While government entities are generally ineligible for participation, exceptions are made for Wyoming county and memorial hospitals, as well as providers of emergency medical services.

What Internships Should Provide

  1. Real-World Experience: Interns should work on meaningful projects or tasks under the guidance of a designated supervisor.
  2. Department Exposure: Opportunities to observe, contribute, and rotate through various areas of the organization.
  3. Career Growth: Access to mentorship, industry networking, and career connections.
  4. Training and Feedback: Structured or on-the-job training, paired with regular, constructive feedback to support professional development.

For any questions or assistance, email us at: dws-wdtf-internship@wyo.gov.

Program Parameters and Eligibility

  • Internship Duration: An internship may be up to 480 hours. A full-time internship (40 hours/week) can run for 12 weeks, while part-time roles can extend up to six months. Internships may not be more than six months in length.
  • Grant Amendments: Approved grants may be amended once to extend the internship period by up to two months. Requests must be submitted in writing and will be reviewed individually.
  • Wage Reimbursement: Businesses can receive up to $18/hour for intern wages, with proper documentation. Intern wages should reflect the learning nature of the role, typically at the lower end of the wage scale. WDTF recommends O*Net Online for the wage data in the application. Please review the O*Net Instructions before submitting your documentation.
  • Internship Limits:
    • Businesses can sponsor up to 3 internships per fiscal year.
    • Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAP) may sponsor up to 5 internships.

Key Requirements

  • Hiring Timeline: Interns must be hired no earlier than one month before submitting the application and no later than two months after the contract’s execution.
  • Mentor Assignment: Each intern must have a mentor with relevant experience and education in the field. Mentors can oversee no more than two interns simultaneously.

How to Apply

Step 1: ENSURE GOOD STANDING

Your business must:

  1. Register with the Wyoming Secretary of State (processing takes 7-15 days).
  2. Be in good standing with Workers’ Compensation and Unemployment Insurance (processing takes 2-4 weeks).
  3. Provide a Letter of Support from your local Economic Development Entity (if operating for less than 365 days).

Step 2: Create an Account

‘Register your business in our Grant Management System here.

  • Account verification takes 7-10 business days.
  • Once approved, you’ll receive an email to start building your application.

Step 3: Build & Submit Your Application

  • Applications can be saved anytime but may only be submitted during the first 7 calendar days of each month.
  • Each application is one intern per application. If you are requesting multiple interns, a new application will need to be submitted for each internship.

Step 4: Review Process

Approval is not guaranteed.

Applications are all reviewed after the window has closed and taken to a review panel the third week of the month for consideration. 

All grant communications are through email or the grant portal. 

The Wyoming Internship Funding program offers businesses an excellent opportunity to cultivate talent while supporting individuals in their career growth. Don’t miss this chance to make a meaningful impact on your organization and your community!

WDTF has recently received additional funding through the Wyoming Innovation Partnership to support young adult internships. The application process for this funding will align with our current WDTF Internship Grant processes. In order to be eligible for this funding the intern must be both a student and between the ages of 16-24.

Internship Grant Resources