College Internship Program (CIP)

Founded in 1983, The College Internship Program provides individualized social, academic, career and life skills instruction for students with Asperger's and Learning Differences. Students obtain the skills necessary to inspire independence and expand the foundation on which they can build a happy and productive life.

About The CIP Program

Year-round with 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 LD, high-functioning autism, ADD 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

Our Students

Male and female, ages 18 to 26
Asperger's syndrome, ADD, high-functioning autism, NLD, PDD-NOS, 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

Our Beliefs

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

Our Mission

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.