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Female intern doing flat repair. Text: Internship

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

GoodTurn Cycles provides on-the-job training to young people. The goal of our program is to develop well-rounded individuals capable of securing positions in the professional career world. Our internship program is geared toward permanent positive change, so we emphasize individual attention, helping participants set personal and professional goals while working together toward meeting them.

COHORT DATES

Spring 

January 30 - April 21

Summer 

May 29 - August 18

Fall

Sept. 25 - December 15

Summer Applications Closed

Please stay tuned for Fall applications to open mid-Summer

CURRICULUM

The Job Training Program is a 3-month experience in which participants work 8-12 hours per week in the bicycle shop. During the training, interns will work through a job readiness curriculum that equips them to find, maintain, and contribute to meaningful employment. Interns are paired with a member of our staff to mentor them through their program. Mentors walk alongside interns through their program and provide assistance in finding jobs, preparing for interviews, and coping with all life throws at them. Certain individuals may be eligible for a paid work experience or school credit (depending on the school). We are flexible for time off based on interns' needs.

Bike Technician adjusting brakes

BICYCLE MECHANIC SKILLS

Identify and utilize in conversation the parts of bicycle

Perform a flat tire repair

Properly utilize a torque wrench

Safely adjust mechanical disc, cantilever, linear pull brakes

Adjust & set front and rear mechanical derailleurs

Overhaul & adjust wheel hubs, bottom brackets & headsets

True wheels

Size & install a chain

Assemble stem, handlebars, brake levers, shifters & grips

Bike Technician working on the front of a bike

EMPLOYABILITY AND LIFE SKILLS

Wear proper uniform, arrive on time for shift

Communicate changes to schedule at minimum 3 hours in advance of originally scheduled shift

Make appropriate eye contact when talking with others

Ask relevant question at appropriate times

Communicate professionally over telephone & email

Develop & follow through with SMART goals

Two Bike Technicians working on a bike

RETAIL EXPERIENCE

Answer customer questions independently or direct them to the appropriate team member who can

Utilize POS system to inventory items, create sales and manage work orders

Demonstrate group leadership and safety skills by co-facilitating bicycle rentals

Greet customers with Warm Welcome, Anticipate Customer Needs and provide Fond Farewell

Explain the three classes of electric bikes & generally how they work

IDEAL CANDIDATE

We’d love to get to know you! You do not have to meet all the below criteria in order to be considered for this internship. If you’re not sure, please contact us.

  • Young adult that has not found success in traditional educational or employment systems
  • Individual that seeks to learn basic employability skills and/or has never had a job
  • Student that lacks motivation in traditional school subjects (math, english, science), but does well in hands on learning environments
  • Young adult that requires additional accommodations to enter and excel in the workforce

KNOW A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR OUR PROGRAM?

Contact Davis at (303) 795-0411 or davis@goodturncycles.org

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Your generous contribution provides life-altering job training and one-on-one mentorship to young people facing barriers to employment.

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