AFB Talent Lab logo alongside it's three-tiered program names.

AFB’s Digital Accessibility Internships

Unlock the potential of inclusive technology! AFB’s innovative internship programs offer an exciting opportunity to engage in the rapidly growing accessibility field, providing students with hands-on learning and mentorship from industry experts. Seize the opportunity to be a digital accessibility advocate and shape a future where technology is accessible to all.

Take the First Step: Explore the Digital Accessibility Bootcamp!

Learn about the Tech Industry's Need for Accessibility Talent
Check out the “Bridging the Accessible Technology Skills Gap” Infographic

Digital Accessibility Internship Pathway

Tier 1: Bootcamp

A 3-month summer opportunity for computer science students to build foundational skills with assistive technology (AT) and inclusive design and development practices.

Tier 2: Work Study

An extended learning experience during the Fall and Spring for students to deepen their technical knowledge and gain experience applying accessibility standards and practices. (Prerequisite: Bootcamp)

Tier 3: Residency

An authentic experience for students to integrate into our accessibility team, expanding their portfolios with real-world projects, research, and publications on advanced accessibility topics. (Prerequisite: Work Study)

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Info Sheets

Access the info sheets linked below to explore each tier of the Digital Accessibility Internship pathway before submitting an application, and help us spread the word!

Note: PDFs are best viewed in Adobe Acrobat Reader.

Bootcamp (PDF) Work Study (PDF) Residency (PDF)

Upcoming Dates & Milestones

  • Acceptance Notifications: March/April 2025
  • Bootcamp Duration June 2, 2025 - August 29, 2025
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Are you an academic institution seeking to enrich your students’ educational journeys or a company investing in accessibility and your future workforce? Contact us to discover how we can work together.

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"The intern program not only helped me understand the meaning and reason behind the need for a digitally accessible world, but also taught me the foundational skills to help create one."
Ramya Karthikeyan
Intern, Summer 2022

Why Choose Us?

Hands-On Practice

Grow your accessibility skills through a unique blend of interactive learning modules and mentorship, then showcase your accomplishments to recruiters through AFB’s accessibility digital credentials.

Incentives

Each tier of the internship features a unique incentive package to support your participation and commitment to the program. Learn more details from our Bootcamp, Work Study, and Residency information pages.

Career Development

Enhance your portfolio with integrated accessibility projects, and connect with tech industry professionals who have a shared passion for accessible technology.

Discover More on Accessibility

Digital Inclusion Blog Posts

Get the latest tips and news from AFB’s accessibility and usability experts.

View All “Tech Notes” Blogs

AccessWorld

An AFB publication issuing cutting-edge news, trends, and commentary on accessibility and technology.

Read the latest AccessWorld issue.

Questions: Let’s Chat

If you have any questions or comments about our programs, client services, partnerships, or accessibility in general, we are here to help! All it takes is filling out one quick form and we're on it.

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