We are an impact-driven non-profit organization dedicated to Making Internships Matter by bridging the gap between education and employment.
The Internship Institute is an impact-driven non-profit organization dedicated to “Making Internships Matter” by bridging the gaps between college and employment. Our mission is one of opportunity creation by connecting education, employment, and economic development in ways that cultivate prosperity for individuals, organizations, communities, and the economy overall.
08/09/2018
Work-based learning is a part of the solution -- and offers big benefits for employers too. Ready to start an internship program at your company? We can help. [email protected]
Some Students Need Extra Help. Here’s How We Can Provide It. By trying to keep all doors open for all students, we’ve created a system that provides inadequate guidance and poor options for many, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
07/21/2018
Our CEO Matthew Zinman was honored to be representing The Internship Institute in the Delaware Valley Veterans Consortium aboard the Battleship USS New Jersey (BB-62) today.
07/10/2018
Wow, a game show that pays off your college debt sure sounds attractive. You know what else can help pay off your debt -- and has better odds of success? An internship. For free resources that can help you land an internship and turn it into a full-time job, visit: WWW.STUDENTSTEPS.ORG
America, 2018: If they win this game show, young people can have their student debt paid off A New York comedian and a cable channel have teamed up to try to solve the student-debt crisis.
07/09/2018
The Dover Downtown Rotary Club in Delaware recently welcomed our founder and CEO Matthew Zinman, who talked about how to make internship programs more effective, efficient and easier to manage.
To learn how to boost the ROI of your internship program, visit https://www.internshipinstitute.org/store/internship-installation-etoolkit/
07/06/2018
Whether you're an intern or just new on the job, these 10 pointers will put you on the right track. Want to stay ahead of the competition? Check out our Essential Workplace Skills Online Certification Course at https://www.internshipinstitute.org/store/.
10 Ways to Stand Out at Your Internship Discover ten ways you can work to ensure you make a lasting impression during your summer internship.
07/04/2018
High emotional intelligence is linked to better job performance, working better in teams, increased creativity, retention at work and more.
Need to boost your EQ? Get started with our Essential Workplace Skills Online Training and Certification. https://www.internshipinstitute.org/store/skills-course/
Building Emotional Intelligence for Better Relationships Four foundations of emotional intelligence.
05/28/2018
Please join us in honoring the National Moment of Remembrance, which encourages all Americans to pause wherever they are at 3:00 pm local time on Memorial Day for one minute of silence to remember and honor those who have died in service to the US.
Today is , a time set aside to honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in the defense of our nation. READ MORE: https://go.usa.gov/xQVzh
04/26/2018
Our online soft skills course provides the training that today's employers are demanding — for just $369 per trainee. https://www.internshipinstitute.org/store/skills-course/
Perspective | Forget coding. It’s the soft skills, stupid. And that’s what schools should be teaching. While software development skills are still desired by employers, a skill far more in demand is the ability to communicate.
04/17/2018
Pennsylvania college students graduate with more debt on average than any other state — an average of $35,000. That's why internships are so critical. Internships lead to jobs that can help pay down that debt — and now is the time to be hiring/applying for summer and fall internships.
Pa. bill aims to make college debt more transparent : Education : WHYY The bill would require all colleges and universities to send students annual notices on how much debt they're collecting.
04/10/2018
"...concerns about ..graduates' readiness for the workforce remain." Internships help close this gap for employers, students and transitioning veterans. We have what you need to get started, from a DIY internship kit for employers to an online soft skills course for today's young professionals. https://www.internshipinstitute.org/store/
Lubbers Looks to Restore Higher Education Confidence Indiana's higher education commissioner Monday aimed to address skepticism about the value of education beyond high school. During her sixth State of Higher Education Address, Teresa Lubbers argued...
04/03/2018
In many fields, experience trumps education -- and that's where internships and apprenticeships come in. Need help setting up an internship or mentorship program in your company? We've got a proven, step-by-step solution. Visit: https://bit.ly/2GQU0a8
Where Will Radio’s New Talent Come From? True mentoring and apprenticeship programs can ensure the next generation of broadcasters
03/13/2018
Here are some great tips for first-time mentors. Our internship installation and mentoring curriculum make it even easier by walking you through it step by step. https://www.internshipinstitute.org/store/internship-installation-etoolkit/
Eight Essential Rules For First-Time Mentors Hint: Don’t use all your time together to regale your mentee with tales from your early career.