Pre-Vocational Training

PAID INTERNSHIP PROGRAM (PIP)

Apollo ADP is committed to enrich the lives of people with developmental disabilities by maximizing their opportunities and providing the best support to reach their highest potential. We offer employment opportunities at Apollo ADP through Paid Internship Program (PIP) to increase the vocational skills and abilities of our participants. Our goal is to help our interns develop employment related skills, gain experience in a variety of real-world work environments in preparation for a meaningful paid employment that leads to a full or part time competitive jobs.

Our strategy is to empower our individuals to utilize their strengths to plot a pathway to their success.

Louis Manson

Louis is an Olympian, participating in a number of Special Olympic events throughout the Country. Louis became the first individual to partake in the PIP program as he aspires to one day work as a sports coach and professional athlete. As an intern, he is working as a Sports Program Coordinator conducting our physical exercise classes with the help of his mentor. He encourages his peers to participate in a variety of sports activities by utilizing his strengths as an athlete.


Apollo ADP sees the importance of being in and contributing to the community. Our individuals participate in personalized programs that highlight and develop their skill set through various activities and programs. Our staff coach and guide our individuals while giving them independence.We rely on our local partnerships to create welcoming environments for our individuals to thrive in the community. We continue to look for opportunities to create positive community involvement and pre-vocational experiences

  • Applebee’s #9595

    Applebee’s is an equal opportunity employer that has partnered with Apollo ADP. We have a group of individuals interested in working in the food and hospitality industry that are currently enhancing and building their job duties under a Mentor at Applebee’s. 

First day of work

Mikey and Louis are both looking charming and confident as they get to know their new workplace and the people they will be working with as they start their on-the-job training at Applebee’s.