Interested in getting paid for your industry workplace training and developing your professional skills? Complete the Mesa Impactship Program (MIP) Intake Form to check your eligibility!

***Fall 2023 MIP Intake Form is available now - Deadline to apply is May 31st***

***SAVE THE DATE! Approved MIP students for Fall 2023 will need to attend a mandatory kick-off event on September 8th from 12:00-3:00pm at Mesa College - Details provided by MIP***

Students that need support with finding an internship placement are encouraged to apply to MIP early. MIP will offer assistance & resources in applying for workforce training or internships, but a placement must be secured by the student in order to be approved & participate. All students who submit a MIP Intake Form will be notified whether they are eligible to participate and what type of funding source they will receive (if approved). MIP funding is limited. 

Welcome to the Mesa Impactship Program (MIP)!

The Mesa Impactship Program (MIP) supports students with exploring careers, developing professional skills, and compensating hands-on industry experiences through internships, volunteering, or Directed Clinical Practice (DCP). MIP is designed to promote workforce training & employment opportunities with focus on underserved student populations. Eligible Mesa students may receive a one-time $1000 payment (also called a stipend) OR hourly compensation for student workplace training & enrollment in a Work Experience or Directed Clinical Practice (DCP) course. Funding is intended to support students with reducing or eliminating out-of-pocket expenses such as childcare, equipment, fees, meals, professional attire, & more. MIP students will be part of a cohort community supported by Mesa faculty to help them prepare for career pathways. Make an impact & intern with a purpose! 

Complete the Mesa Impactship Program (MIP) Intake Form to check your eligibility!

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Benefits of the Mesa Impactship Program (MIP):

• Get paid for your workplace training (required or highly encouraged by many academic majors)
  
• Explore career pathways and companies to pursue
• Career development support by Mesa faculty to help you navigate the workplace
• Build your skills and experiences to stand out to employers - Get hired!
  

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Getting Paid with Mesa Impactship Program (MIP):

MIP students will get paid in one of the following two ways based on eligibility, academic program, and financial need. Eligible MIP students will be notified of their approval and type of compensation they will be awarded for their industry workforce training (if approved).

• One-time $1000 payment (also called a stipend) distributed at the end of the semester
• Hourly compensation (pay rate based on placement & type of employer) distributed throughout the semester

NOTE: MIP hourly wage compensation is funded through LAEP which is a form of financial aid and is included in your total financial aid package. LAEP wages may not exceed your unmet need for the academic year. Unlike other types of financial aid, LAEP earnings are not applied directly to your tuition and fees. Students who participate in MIP internships compensated through LAEP receive the funds in a paycheck as they earn them, based on hours worked, just like a normal job. MIP students will not be permitted to exceed the set hour limit or work more than 25 hours per week. Wages or compensation earned through MIP must be reported on FAFSA and will apply to the expected family contributions thereby potentially reducing future financial aid eligibility. Please contact the Mesa College Financial Aid Office if you have questions.

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Requirements of the Mesa Impactship Program (MIP):

• Demonstrate financial need
• Identify with at least one underserved student population (Please review the MIP Student Agreement definitions for more details)
• Secure a job, internship, volunteer, or directed clinical practice (DCP) position for the participating semester. (NOTE: Students that need support with finding an internship placement are encouraged to apply to MIP early. MIP will offer assistance & resources in applying for workforce training or internships, but a placement must be secured by the student in order to be approved & participate.)
• Complete the Work Experience or DCP: Steps to Enroll and receive an add code (as needed). Inform faculty and MIP Coordinators once you enroll in designated class.  
• Enroll in and successfully complete at least 1 unit of Occupational Work Experience Course (WORK 270), other Discipline Work Experience Course, or DCP Course within the participating semester.
• Attend Mesa Impactship Program Kick-Off event for participating semester as required. Details provided by MIP Coordinators.
• Complete the minimum Work Experience or DCP hours required by the units enrolled within the dates of the participating semester. Work Experience credit is awarded based on 60 unpaid hours per unit the student is enrolled. DCP hours vary by program/course.
• Actively participate in Mesa Impactship Program Canvas shell as required. 
• Provide Video Reflection(s) for the Mesa Impactship Program regarding your work placement experience and exploration of career pathways.
• Complete all Mesa Impactship Program (MIP) forms and Completion Survey to provide your feedback regarding your work placement experience. 

Complete the Mesa Impactship Program (MIP) Intake Form to check your eligibility!