Transition Checklist
Age 14 - 21: Preparing for Adulthood

An important part of transition planning is identifying services the student can use while in school and those that will be needed after graduation. This is a timeline to help organize information regarding these services: when to apply, eligibility, available resources. 

Student Internships & Volunteering Brochure

STEPSS Student Internships & Volunteer Opportunities

Our partnerships with local businesses and organizations allow students to connect with their community and contribute through internships and volunteering.

Internships: Students accumulate experience and develop skills for employment while working in local businesses. Some of our partnerships include:

• Best of Everything

• Green Way Market

• Ridgewood DPW

• Greens Do Good Hydroponic Farm

• Backyard Living

• Ridgewood YMCA

• IT Department - Hope Christian Services

• Playa Bowls

• Staples

• P. Smith Design

Volunteering: Students use their talents for a good cause and feel a sense of pride and accomplishment. Some examples include:

• Designing and distributing flyers 

• Maintaining social media & websites for businesses 

• Creating an online database for local service providers

• Taking inventory of items 

• Organizing donations

• Setting up and running events

• Creating materials for "Sensory Friendly Dinners" in local restaurants 

We are eager to continue to establish community partnerships with local businesses and organizations. Check out our Internship Flyer and our Community Partnership form for more information.

If you are interested in partnering with the STEPSS program, contact:

Michael Kilcullen - Transition Coordinator
Email Michael Kilcullen
201.670.2800 Ext 20570

Community Partnership Survey:

Use this survey if you are interested in partnering with the STEPSS Program or would like to help create opportunities for internships, volunteering, or recreation.