No more guesswork — this 8-week internship lets you see if they’re a fit for hire!

CNCDA Foundation recruits & screens a standout student recommended by their auto instructor.
Hands on experience is side-by-side education, guided by your trusted technician. During the semester, instructor will meet with mentor and oversee positive progress.
Students earn school credit during the unpaid 8‑week internship* (2 days/week) at your dealership. Student liability insurance is assumed by the college.

To register, please complete the form on this page.

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How many interns are you interested in sponsoring?

If you are interested in sponsoring more than 5 interns, please contact us at Foundation@cncda.org

$1,200 for one student

$2,400 for two students

$3,000 for three students

$5,000 for five students

Would you like multiple dealerships to participate?

Yes

Select Internship Session

Select multiple sessions if interested.

Fall Session (Oct - Nov) Register by 08/31/2025

Spring Session (Feb - Mar) Register by 12/31/25

Summer Session (Jun - Jul) Register by 4/30/26

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INTERNSHIP FAQ

What is the duration and schedule of the internship program?
8 Week program. 2 days per week. 4 hours per day.
How are interns referred and who manages them?
Interns will be referred by and managed by their educator in partnership with CNCDA Foundation.
Who is eligible to participate in the internship and when can they be hired?
The intern selected will be in their last semester of course completion and eligible for hire when internship is completed.
Who does the intern work with on-site?
Intern works directly with assigned mentor (s).
How are the intern’s specific days and hours determined, and what is the total requirement?
Service Manager/mentor/intern work together to determine specific days/hours intern will work. (64-hour total required)
What insurance coverage do interns have?
Interns will be covered under their school district’s worker’s compensation insurance.
Are interns allowed to drive dealership or customer vehicles?
Interns will have a valid driver's license but will not be authorized to drive any customer vehicle or dealer inventory vehicles on/in your dealership, per their internship agreement.

*Based on an hourly charge of $150*