From the course: How to Set Up an Effective Intern Program
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Articulate the purpose of your intern program
From the course: How to Set Up an Effective Intern Program
Articulate the purpose of your intern program
Imagine cutting your recruitment costs, reducing new hire training time, improving employee retention, and enhancing your brand -- all at once. That's exactly what an effective internship program can deliver, which is why eight out of ten major employers now run internship programs. That sounds great, right? However, you can't just go to Interns R Us and start an intern program. Instead, it's imperative you start by clearly defining the purpose of your intern program to ensure it aligns with your company's strategic goals and provides value to both interns and the organization. In this lesson, you'll explore how to identify and communicate the core objectives of your intern program. All intern programs should be solving a problem. This is your first step. What will your intern program solve? Are you looking to strengthen your talent pipeline for full-time positions? Do you want to boost your employee retention rates? Do you want to create supportive and transformational relationships?…
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