Build Your Future Workforce: Access State Funding Through the College Technology Internship Program
Ohio companies looking to accelerate their projects and cultivate a future talent pipeline can leverage a powerful resource: the College Technology Internship Program (CTIP), offered through the Ohio Department of Development.
This program provides significant financial incentives to hire college students for technical, STEM, and business-focused roles, offering a win-win for employers and students alike.
Financial Relief: Up to $7,500 Per Intern
The biggest benefit for participating businesses is the financial subsidy for intern wages.
The State of Ohio will reimburse two-thirds (2/3) of an intern's wages, up to a maximum of $7,500 per intern. This subsidy dramatically reduces the cost of bringing in high-caliber, diverse young talent to work on innovative projects.
A company can hire up to ten (10) interns for different positions, maximizing their capacity for innovation and support.
Who Can Participate?
The CTIP is open to a broad range of Ohio businesses:
- Eligibility: Your company must be a technology company or simply a company with a demonstrable technological need.
- Job Requirements: You must provide a meaningful internship experience, hire the intern as a W-2 employee, and have non-residential workspace or professional remote experience.
- Compensation: Interns must be paid a minimum of $15 per hour, though companies are free to negotiate a higher rate.
The program aims to foster Ohio's workforce by connecting high-growth companies with talented students from various fields, including STEM, business, communications, marketing, and design.
Attracting Diverse & Skilled Students
The program draws from a wide talent pool, ensuring companies can find the right fit for their needs:
- Ohio Residents attending college anywhere in the U.S.
- Non-Ohio Residents attending college in Ohio.
- International Students attending Ohio schools (must be eligible to work in the U.S. and have a valid visa).
Key Application Deadlines
CTIP operates on two application rounds annually:
| Program Round | Company Application Window | Student Application Window | Internship Effective Dates |
| Summer | Opens in January | Opens in February | May 1 – October 31 |
| Winter | Opens in August | Opens in September | (Typically covers fall/winter period) |
Applications for both companies and students remain open for approximately four weeks during these periods.
Next Steps for Businesses
To take advantage of this reimbursement opportunity, companies must complete the company profile and position applications through the official program portal.
For full eligibility guidelines, FAQ, and to start your application, visit the College Technology Internship Program website: