Thank you for your interest in the Wanda Fullmore Youth Internship Program! This is a unique opportunity for Madison youth to learn about and become involved with their local government through a paid summer internship through which they will learn about civic engagement, city processes, and develop a project that connects their experiences with real-world issues. In 2021, Common Wealth Development in partnership with the City will hire 25 students who will participate in youth-led programming focused on community development and civic engagement while engaging with City of Madison departments.

Youth who are selected to participate in the program will receive:
- Mandatory pre-internship orientation
- An 8 – week summer internship opportunity
- Program wages start at $10.50 per hour
- Weekly professional development training
- Youth accepted into the program will receive a Chromebook
- Regular mentoring and support from their Common Wealth Development Mentor

Eligibility:
To be eligible for the program, youth must reside in the City of Madison limits or attend an MMSD school and must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Youth are considered individually, and preference will be given to those entering the 11th or 12th grade for the 2021 – 2022 academic year and who face barriers to employment. Interested youth and their parents/guardians must complete the Youth and Parent/Guardian Application forms and submit them by Friday, March 26th by 5:00 PM. Students must also attend a virtual open interview, time options are listed on the next page.