Internship Orientation Slides Internship Orientation
Workforce Internship: From Skills to Success
Commonpoint Queens
NYC Dept of Youth & Community Development
Meet the Dream Team
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Nohely Rodriguez
Director of Workforce
929-519-6101
nrodriguez@commonpoint.org
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Mayra Ramos Lopez
Job Developer
203-295-4239
mramoslopez@commonpoint.org
Mission Critical Checklist
Stop! Before you start your internship, ALL work readiness documents must be submitted.
No documents = No internship. No exceptions.
Resume
Cover Letter
Thank You Letter
Resignation Letter
Sample Documents
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Dress for Success
Professional
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Avoid
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Internship Numbers
250
Total Hours
Paid internship hours required for Allied Health students.
29
Max Weekly Hours
Balance your work and studies. Stay within the limit!
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Where You Grow
Strategic Placement
Sites align with your field of study. Commute and travel time are considered.
Final placements are decided by the workforce team.
Partner Sites throughout Queens and Manhattan
Our Network
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Evaluations & Support
2 Site Visits
We visit you on-site twice to check in and see your growth.
Criteria
Attendance
Professionalism
Skill Development
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Payday Protocol
Submission
MONDAY
10:00 AM
No Timesheet?
NO PAYCHECK
Timesheet Example
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Stay Connected
Crucial
Stay in constant contact. We check in via visits, calls, and texts.
Absence Policy
Notify your supervisor AND us at least 2 HOURS before your shift.
Don't Ghost Us
Career Launchpad
Beyond the 250 Hours
Professional Network
Clinical References
Job Placement Help
Alumni Success
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Any Questions?
Timesheets
Sick Time
Placement
Ready to Launch
Orientation Facilitator Guide Orientation Facilitator Guide
Internship Orientation: Workforce Readiness
Pacing
60 MIN
Key Objectives
Define the 250-hour requirement & Jan 17 deadline.
Enforce the "No Documents = No Start" policy.
Establish clear communication & pay protocols.
Crucial Deadlines
Timesheets
Monday @ 10:00 AM
Program Completion
January 17, 2026
Part 1: The Mindset (15 min)
Discussion Prompt:
"Why are we so strict about the Resume, Cover Letter, and Thank You letters before you even start?"
Key Point: These aren't just 'school' assignments; they are the standard professional barrier to entry. If an intern can't manage this paperwork, the worksite won't trust them with patient care.
Part 2: The Mechanics (25 min)
Focus Area: Attendance & Communication
Introduce the "Ghosting" concept. Emphasize that the workforce team are advocates, not just bosses.
Activity
Roleplay: A car breaks down. Have students draft a text message to their supervisor 2 hours before a shift.
Verification
Ask students to save Nohely and Mayra's contact info into their phones right now.
Hard Truths
"If they dismiss you from the site because of attendance or attitude, we cannot fix it. You will lose the internship and the pay."
Part 3: Success & Support (20 min)
Emphasize Field-Specific Requirements:
PharmTech: Stress that background checks aren't personal, but a legal requirement. Any delay in these checks delays their paycheck.
Allied Health: The 250 hours is a "profile builder." Frame it as the first item on their medical resume.
Final Wrap-Up: The Payday Incentive
End on a positive but firm note about money. Explain that Monday 10:00 AM is the cutoff because of NYC DYCD system constraints.
Check for Understanding:
1. What happens if you submit your timesheet Monday at 11:00 AM?
2. Who do you contact if you are sick?
3. Can you pick your internship site?
Facilitator Notes Intern Survival Sheet Intern Survival Sheet
Quick Reference Guide for Success
Commonpoint Queens
Workforce Internship
Intern Name
Placement Site
Your Support Team
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Nohely Rodriguez
Director of Workforce
929-519-6101
Mayra Ramos Lopez
Job Developer
203-295-4239
Absence Protocol
Contact workforce team AND supervisor.
Must be 2 HOURS before shift starts.
No Call/No Show = Immediate disciplinary action.
The 250 Hour Goal
250 Total Required
Hours
Completion Deadline
JANUARY 17, 2026
Max 29 hours per week permitted.
Get Paid
Timesheet Due
MON 10AM
Payday
FRIDAY
* Submit a clear photo of timesheet. No timesheet = No payment.
Communication
Don't be a ghost! 👻 Stay in touch so we can advocate for you.
The Professional Playbook
Success Habits
Arrive 10 minutes early.
Adhere strictly to site dress code.
Be proactive—ask for new tasks.
Career Killers
Using phone during work hours.
Using white-out on official docs.
Arguing with site supervisors.
My Success Goals
What do you want to achieve in your first 100 hours?
Goal 1: Skill Development
Goal 2: Professional Networking
Questions for my first site visit:
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Work Readiness Checklist Document Work Readiness Checklist
Commonpoint Queens Workforce Internship
Required for Placement
Internship Program 2026
Intern Name
Supervisor Name
Crucial Requirement: Before you can be placed at an internship site, you must complete and submit all documents listed below. Missing documents will result in a delay of your start date.
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Formal Resignation Letter
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LinkedIn Profile Setup
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Background Check / Drug Screen (PharmTech Students Only)
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Questions?
Contact Nohely or Mayra
929.519.6101
203.295.4239
Milestone Tracker Sheet Milestone Tracker
Internship Goal: 250 Hours
Deadline
Jan 17, 2026
Intern Name
Internship Site
Weekly Hour Log
Max 29 hours per week. Submit timesheet every Monday @ 10AM.
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Evaluation Self-Check
Prepare for your performance reviews
Midway Review
Self-Reflection Areas:
Attendance/Punctuality
Initiative/Work Ethic
Key takeaway from visit 1:
Final Review
Self-Reflection Areas:
Skill Mastery
Network Growth
Top achievement at this site:
The Professional Goal
Finish strong. Build your medical profile.
Stay in touch:
Don't be a ghost! 👻