Miami, Nov. 10, 2025 – Miami Dade College (MDC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Miami-Dade County Clerk of the Court and Comptroller to create paid internships for MDC students, providing real-world experience in the area of government administration. The agreement was signed during a ceremony held at MDC’s Wolfson Campus on Thursday, October 30 with MDC President Madeline Pumariega, MDC Executive Vice-President & Provost, Dr. Malou Harrison and Juan Fernandez-Barquin, Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller for Miami-Dade County in attendance.
Through this partnership, students will be matched with projects that align with their academic pursuits and career goals while contributing to essential functions. Upon completion, they will have the opportunity to apply for full-time employment.
“At Miami Dade College, we are committed to transforming lives by providing opportunities that ensure our students are career-ready,” said Miami Dade College President Madeline Pumariega. “This partnership exemplifies our dedication to creating pathways that bridge academic learning with practical, real-world experience, facilitating a seamless transition into our community’s thriving workforce.”
The Clerk of the Court and Comptroller’s Office manages the largest and highest volume of court filings and official records in the State of Florida and the fourth largest judicial circuit in America. The Miami-Dade Clerk of the Court and Comptroller is the custodian of essential local Public Records, including Courts, Home & Property, Board of County Commission, Marriage License and Value Adjustment Board, among others.
MDC offers students a variety of exciting internships, including opportunities at FIFA, NASA, Bloomberg LP, Carnival Corporation, PortMiami, Only in Dade, Baliawear, and more. Students can apply for and learn more about internships, jobs and workshops and receive free resume and interview preparation through MDC WORKS Career Studio, a resource for degree-seeking students currently enrolled at MDC. There are three internship seasons in the year: spring, summer and fall. For more information visit www.mdc.edu/mdcworks, or contact MDC Works at MDCWORKS@mdc.edu or 305-237-9675 (WORK).
About the Miami-Dade County Clerk of the Court and Comptroller
The Miami-Dade Clerk of the Courts manages the largest and highest volume of court filings and official records in the State of Florida and the fourth largest judicial circuit in America. Led by Juan Fernandez-Barquin, Esq., Clerk of Courts and Comptroller, the Clerk of the Courts organization continues to strive to improve services, accessibility, and leverage technology where appropriate to serve the citizens of Miami-Dade County. For more information visit www.miamidadeclerk.gov
About Miami Dade College
Miami Dade College (MDC) is the most diverse institution in the nation, with 167 nations and 63 languages represented in its student body. The college’s eight campuses and outreach centers offer over 300 distinct degree pathways, including associate and baccalaureate degrees, certifications and apprenticeships. MDC is the recipient of many top national awards, including the prestigious Aspen Prize, and has been ranked #5 among Top Public Institutions in the Southern Region by U.S. News & World Report. The College changes lives through accessible, high-quality teaching and learning experiences. It is home to the Miami Culinary Institute, the Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex, the Miami Fashion Institute, The Idea Center, the Cybersecurity Center of the Americas, two AI Centers, the Center for Learning, Innovation and Simulation at the Medical Campus, the Business Innovation & Technology Center, the School for Advanced Studies and New World School of the Arts, among others. MDC has been recognized among the nation’s “Great Colleges to Work For” since the program’s inception. The College serves as an economic, cultural and civic leader for the advancement of our diverse global community. MDC alumni and employees contribute more than $5 billion annually to the local economy, and graduates occupy top leadership positions in every major industry. MDC’s renowned rich cultural programming includes the Miami Book Fair, Miami Film Festival, the National Historic Landmark Miami Freedom Tower, Koubek Center Mansion and Gardens, Live Arts Miami at MDC, the Lynn and Louis Wolfson II Florida Moving Image Archives, and the Museum of Art and Design. MDC has admitted more than 2.5 million students and counting, since it opened its doors in 1960. Approximately 125,000 students are currently enrolled. For more information, visit www.mdc.edu.