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Thanks Aurora Hoffman for pulling this data together and writing a great article for LaunchPoint! There's most definitely a disconnect between the college curriculum and specific skills needed in the workforce that would give recent graduates the confidence they need to #succeed. Ensuring the college experience also includes #professionallearning opportunities is the key to mitigating the mounting anxiety students feel as they transition beyond academia. #internships #professionaldevelopment #futureofwork

🚨 Exciting news for graduate students at Arizona State University (ASU)! 🎓 State Farm has a fantastic opportunity for a Fall 2024 internship with the Modeling and Analytics Graduate Network (MAGNet) program. 📊 📌 This program is designed for students in Actuarial Science, Statistics, or Mathematics programs, this internship provides a unique opportunity to apply statistical modeling and analytics skills to real-world business challenges that we face here at State Farm. 🚀 👀 Don't miss out on this valuable experience! To learn more about the internship and apply, please visit the link below. #StateFarm #Internship #ActuarialScience #Statistics #Mathematics #ASU

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Insights of Interns: Julia DeAngelis ’24 Major: Business Administration Organization: UWSP Office of Admissions and Recruitment - Stevens Point, Wis. Title: Admissions Intern What I did: I aided in the organization and updating of office procedures. I assisted in the planning and confirmation of events for prospective students. I worked along side professional staff to improve daily operations and programming. What I liked: I enjoyed getting a deeper look into higher education and the role admissions plays in a university. I also really enjoyed the creative aspects of event planning and coordination. Future Dream Job: Still figuring that out! #uwspinterns #sentryschoolinterns

The future is bright at Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union! By welcoming interns into our organizations, companies gain several benefits: 💯 Fresh Perspectives: Interns often bring new ideas and approaches, helping the company stay innovative and adaptable to changing markets. 💯 Talent Pipeline: Developing interns can lead to full-time hires who are already familiar with the company culture and workflows, reducing future hiring costs and training time. 💯 Learning and Development: A culture of continuous learning is fostered, benefiting both the interns and existing employees through mentorship and knowledge exchange. 💯 Enhanced Employer Brand: Intern programs demonstrate a commitment to education and career development, making the company more attractive to future job seekers and enhancing its reputation. Supporting interns creates a mutually beneficial environment, promoting growth and innovation within the company while providing valuable experience for the interns. It was an absolute honor to be able to spend the afternoon with an incredibly talented future workforce. Their stories were inspiring, and their questions were truly thought provoking! Looking forward to witnessing their continued success! Mark, Sonya, Mary, Zachary, Robert, Edward, Barbara, Julie, Edward, Karen, Glenn, Jim, Casy, Dr. Steven L. Hall, Bob

Building Stronger Youth Employment Systems: Key Strategies for Success At TYP Collaborative, we believe in the power of effective youth employment systems to transform lives. Here are three critical strategies to ensure a comprehensive approach: 1. Effective Administrative Agents: Leadership and accountability are essential. Administrative agents must manage diverse functions, from entry points to tracking progress, ensuring youth receive the support they need every step of the way. 2. Workforce Preparation & Employer Engagement: Real-world experiences are vital. Collaborating with employers to provide internships, job shadowing, and hands-on learning opportunities bridges the gap between education and employment, preparing youth for successful careers. 3. Cross-System Collaboration: Working together is key. By leveraging resources and expertise across education, workforce, child welfare, and juvenile justice sectors, we can create a holistic support system that addresses all aspects of youth development. Let's continue to advocate for policies that support these strategies, ensuring every young person has the opportunity to thrive in the workforce. #YouthEmployment #WorkforceDevelopment #Collaboration #PolicyChange #TypCollab

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Today we visited North Somerset Council to meet with their SEND Officers to discuss supported employment pathways, with a specific focus around supported internships. We shared the NOS for supported employment, our vision for working in collaboration with North Somerset around the #internshipswork project and discussed how collectively we can support in fostering strong working relationships between parents, young people, education, health and social care, employment services, schools, colleges and training providers. We also discussed how we can better support planning for employment outcomes within YR9 and YR11 reviews through supported employment based outcomes, alongside considering what provision may need to be outlined within EHCPs to ensure that learners receive the correct support when accessing the workplace. We are hoping that this will support our shared vision around the value of employment for young people with SEND alongside raising aspirations to bridge the employment gap. #supportedemployment #partnership #preparingforadulthood #supportedinternships North Somerset Council Amy Harding Lynsey McKinstry Nicola Lace

"Today, with 225,000 students spanning 25 campuses including senior colleges, community colleges and graduate schools, CUNY represents both the rich diversity and possibility that is New York City. According to CUNY: 80% of CUNY undergraduates are students of color 50% of undergraduates are from families that earn less than $30K per year 45% of undergraduates are first generation students 50% of undergraduates work while going to school More than 80% of first year students attended a New York City public high school. CUNY educates a critical segment of the New York City and State workforce." https://lnkd.in/eys5752B