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For the second year in a row, The Idea Center is accepting applications for the Miami Startup Ecosystem Internship Program. They are being accepted through April.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The program, in partnership with Blackstone Launchpad and JP Morgan Chase, is exclusive to current Miami Dade College students and recent spring 2026 graduates.<\/span><\/p>\n

It aims to provide participants hands-on experience with leading startups and small business owners in Miami. Starting pay is $20 per hour. The internships last eight to 12 weeks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, complete an interest form and apply through the platform Handshake.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Last year, approximately 65 students received internship offers, according to Anabella Sardinas, the program manager for The Idea Center.<\/span><\/p>\n

To apply, visit <\/span>https:\/\/tinyurl.com\/ysfs384e<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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