Good Jobs Challenge: How 75 Students Gained Real-World Experience This Summer
This past summer, Miami Tech Works connected 75 students with internships across South Florida. The goal was simple but powerful: give students hands-on experience in tech and related fields while strengthening ties between schools, employers, and the local workforce.
Where Students Landed Internships
The most common role was iOS Development Intern (19 placements), followed by IT Help Desk (12) and Software Engineering Intern (10). Other students explored paths in research, cybersecurity, and even AI automation. In total, students stepped into 31 different job titles, reflecting the wide range of opportunities available in today’s digital economy.
Who Opened Their Doors
A total of 42 employers participated, from tech firms and startups to global corporations.
- Miami Dade College led with 12 placements.
- Companies like DataRemote, PPCareUSA, Jabberoo, and Allpeep each hosted multiple students.
- Well-known names such as Oracle, American Express, Google, and Microsoft also took part, showing strong support from industry leaders.
Training Providers That Made It Happen
The internships were fueled by collaboration between universities and training providers.
- FIU’s Computer Science programs (BS & BA) accounted for the largest share.
- MDC’s EnTec programs (ranging from cybersecurity to applied AI) contributed heavily as well.
- Together, these programs prepared students to translate classroom learning into workplace skills.
Industries Represented
Internships spanned 14 industry categories. The strongest concentration was in:
- Computer Systems Design Services (21 placements)
- Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (21 placements)
- Entry-Level Software Engineering roles (9 placements)
This alignment highlights the demand for software, IT, and data-driven skillsets in the South Florida economy.
Why It Matters
These 75 internships aren’t just numbers, they represent students gaining confidence, companies investing in talent, and the region moving closer to building a stronger tech workforce. Through the Miami Tech Works initiative, these partnerships between colleges, employers, and training programs are helping shape a stronger, more inclusive tech pipeline for South Florida. With “earn and learn” opportunities, students are preparing for careers that matter while employers are finding the talent they need to grow.
