Self at The Strong

Participants will have opportunities to engage in work internships and classroom learning, while being fully immersed in the business culture. This program will provide young people with opportunities to try unique internships to gain transferrable work skills.

Quick Facts

Takes place at The Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester, NY
Specifically designed for young people with Autism or Autistic-like characteristics
Potential internship opportunities in: Finance, Facilities, Guest Services, Library, Coffee, Laundry, Food Service, Conservation.
Assessment of participants readiness for competitive employment will take place on a regular basis and participants and their supports will be given feedback in order to help reach the goal of employment.

Eligibility

Please join us for
SELF @ Strong Lunch & Learn

Tuesday, September 23, 2025, 12 to 1 p.m.
2060 Brighton Henrietta Townline Road, Rochester

SELF at The Strong is an employment readiness service located at The Strong National Museum of Play. It is specifically designed for young people with autism to prepare them for eventual employment in our community. Participants will have opportunities to engage in work internships and classroom learning, while being fully immersed in the business culture. This program will provide young people with opportunities to try unique internships to gain transferrable work skills.

To register, please complete the form below or contact Julia Gallagher, Engagement Coordinator at jgallagher@arcmonroe.org, (585) 672-2222.

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Registration ends Friday, September 19th at 4 p.m.

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