Program levels

Step Up has two program levels based on age.

Level 1 

For students who are 14- to 15-years-old

Students are placed in internships that give them:

  • Foundational work experience
  • Deep and intentional mentoring to prepare them for more challenging positions

Internship placements are with:

  • Parks
  • Community organizations
  • Public agencies
  • Nonprofits

Wages paid by the City of Minneapolis

Level 2 

For students who are 16- to 21-years-old

Students are placed in internships that give them:

  • Resume-building opportunities
  • Professional experience
  • Exposure to a variety of potential careers

Students are placed in internships across 15 industries with:

  • Private sector businesses
  • Public agencies
  • Nonprofits

Wages paid by the employer

Contact us

Maryan Sharif-Abdinassir

Level 1 Program Manager

Community Planning & Economic Development 

Email Maryan Sharif-Abdinassir

Address

Public Service Building
505 Fourth Ave. S., Room 320
Minneapolis, MN 55415