CIP Berkshire College Internship Program (CIP)

Our mission is to graduate young men and women of confidence, character, and integrity capable of making contributions to society and claiming their place as citizens of the world.

Founded in 1984, The College Internship Program provides individualized social, academic, career and life skills instruction for students with Learning Differences. Students obtain the skills necessary to inspire independence and expand the foundation on which they can build a happy and productive life.

• Year-round programs at 5 centers in Massachusetts, Florida, Indiana and California
• Independent apartment living
• Individualized social, academic, career and life skills services
• Specialized curriculum specifically for Asperger's, nonverbal Learning Disabilities, high-functioning Autism, Attention Deficit Disorder and Dyslexia
• Weekend recreational activities, coordinated fitness and wellness program, student senate activities and cultural spring break trips
• Residential menu planning, shopping, cooking and cleaning instruction within student apartments
• Banking and budgeting instruction as well as weekly goal setting and personal advising
• Individual therapy sessions
• 24/7 emergency assistance

• Male and female, ages 18 to 26
• Asperger's syndrome, Attention Deficit Disorder, high-functioning autism, Non-verbal Learning Disability, Pervasive Developmental Disorder Not Otherwise Specified, and/or dyslexia.
• High level of motivation to meet program goals
• Low-average to high intelligence
• Potential to live, work or attend college independently
• Emotional, behavioral and psychological stability

• It's a Learning Difference, not a disability
• You are made for good purpose and are inherently valuable.