HTR: BUILDING EFFECTIVE INTERNSHIP PROGRAMS FEBRUARY 20, 2017

AGENDA INTRODUCTIONS WHAT IS AN INTERNSHIP? ELEMENTS OF AN INTERNSHIP PROGRAM BEST PRACTICES ATTRACTING TALENT THE GWEN M. GREENE CAREER & INTERNSHIP CENTER

WHAT IS AN INTERNSHIP? [NACE DEFINITION] An internship is a form of experiential learning that integrates knowledge and theory learned in the classroom with practical application and skills development in a professional setting. Internships give students the opportunity to gain valuable applied experience and make connections in professional fields they are considering for career paths; and give employers the opportunity to guide and evaluate talent.

WHAT IS AN INTERNSHIP? Location Supervision Clear Expectations and Guidelines Satisfies a career goal or exploration outcome Competency development Includes learning and reflection Is linked to classroom concepts

ELEMENTS OF A GOOD INTERNSHIP PROGRAM THE BASICS THE “PERKS” Compensation Specific goals Supervision – interaction & communication Clear logistics – hours, space Structure – balance between ”big” projects and daily tasks Managing expectations Learning opportunities Part of the team Networking opportunities Mentoring (within organization or industry) Team building activities or ways to engage socially Meals Housing assistance Transportation

BEST PRACTICES Examples from the field EY U of R Career Center Excellus Brighton Securities Kidsoutandabout.com

ATTRACTING COLLEGE TALENT What it takes to get talent (from any institution) Job description – clear, exciting, engaged, balance of work responsibilities Branding – how are you branded on a campus? Developing relationships with students Developing relationships with faculty Developing relationships with career center Time

THE GMG CAREER CENTER What we do Services Recruitment Activities Networking & Connections Resources, Tools & Data Branding & Visibility Support Consultation

QUESTIONS & DISCUSSION