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Student Grant Program: Paid Internships and Career Development

This new act establishes a grant program for colleges to help students gain paid work experience. The goal is to support students with exceptional financial needs by offering them internships in in-demand industries, facilitating their entry into the job market after graduation.
Key points
Colleges can receive up to $1 million for paid internship programs for students.
Internships must last at least 12 weeks and involve a minimum of 15 hours of work per week (30 hours during non-enrollment periods).
The program focuses on students with exceptional financial needs, offering support with resume writing and interview preparation.
Grant funds are primarily for student wages and developing work-based learning positions in high-demand sectors.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_8363
Sponsor: Rep. Kilmer, Derek [D-WA-6]
Process start date: 2022-07-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Earning Experience Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8363.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-07-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Colleges can receive up to $1 million for paid internship programs for students.
  • Internships must last at least 12 weeks and involve a minimum of 15 hours of work per week (30 hours during non-enrollment periods).
  • The program focuses on students with exceptional financial needs, offering support with resume writing and interview preparation.
  • Grant funds are primarily for student wages and developing work-based learning positions in high-demand sectors.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Kilmer, Derek [D-WA-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Education Labor