Internships are a gateway to real-world experience, professional growth and meaningful connections. In an upcoming webinar series, InvestSM will explore the intricacies of internships and the roles within independent agencies that are suited to an internship. Invest and a panel of experts will examine different internship structures, the advantages of hiring interns, and effective intern management.
Register and attend the series to learn from agencies that have created successful internships and hear from interns themselves.
Here's an overview of what you will learn in each webinar:
Part 1: Why Hire an Intern?—Sept. 24 at 1 p.m. ET
Internships benefit employers by tapping into the potential of the next generation of workers and building long-term connections with universities. For students, internships offer real-world experience and networking opportunities. Also, academic institutions benefit from community involvement and workforce development.
Part 2: How to Find Your Intern and Types of Interns —Oct. 22 at 1 p.m. ET
Learn about the different internship structures and how to decide which approach is the best fit for your agency. We will also discuss how the Invest program can help navigate the process of finding an intern.
Part 3: I Hired an Intern, Now What?— Coming in 2025
After hiring an intern, it's essential to focus on onboarding, ensuring they understand company culture and processes. Mentoring provides guidance and support throughout their internship, while evaluation helps track progress. Learn how to establish clear goals and objectives to create a successful internship experience that will pave the way for new long-term talent within the agency.
Part 4: Risks and Rewards—Coming in 2025
Learn how to address challenges that may come up during an internship, including managing remote interns and navigating instances in which interns break employment commitments. To mitigate these challenges, employers can improve the intern candidate experience and maximize recruiting efforts to make a positive internship experience for both parties.
Registration is now open.