Employers
Hiring Interns:
Starting an internship program at your organization can be extremely beneficial. Below you will find general information about starting an internship program. Please contact Becca Sowa, Internship Development Manager, 517-483-9810 or stierr@lcc.edu, for more information or questions.
* Benefits of an internship program:
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Year round source of highly motivated pre-professionals
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Provide the opportunity to train your organization's future workforce
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Proven, cost-effective way to recruit and evaluate potential employees
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Students bring new perspectives to old problems
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Visibility of your organization is increased on campus
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Quality candidates for temporary or seasonal positions and projects.
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Freedom for professional staff to pursue more creative projects
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Flexible, cost-effective work force not requiring a long-term employer commitment
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Your image in the community is enhanced as you contribute your expertise to the educational enterprise
* Five Steps to Developing an Internship Program:
Step 1: Set goals and policies for the internship program
Desired outcomes
Identify projects
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Step 2: Write a plan for the internship opportunity
Goals, Timelines & job description
What can the intern be involved in?
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Step 3: Recruit a qualified intern
Step 4: Manage the intern
Step 5: Conduct exit interviews and follow-up
Lansing Community College offers a free service to post internship opportunities on the CES JobLink website (lcc.experience.com). Click here for additional information.
Career and Employment Services
Gannon Bldg, Room 218
Phone: 517) 483-1172
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