Student internship program mentor information
EfTA's Student Internship Program (SIP) offers bright, motivated high school seniors hands-on opportunities in their desired field. SIP internships are designed to provide valuable work experiences for students who are exploring career options. The program offers students a first step toward furthering their education and figuring out what direction they want to take in life. In addition, the process of applying offers insights to the job search and introduces students to the value of networking and developing transferable skills that can eventually be included in a resume.
This internship is a great opportunity for both mentors and interns, and this year will be offering an online and an in-person internship opportunity. Please watch the video below for more details on hosting online vs. in-person internships. Students apply and compete for these internships, therefore these are historically very ambitious, intelligent young adults capable of doing impressive work for their level of education. Your interns will have indicated an interest in pursuing a related career, so this is their chance to learn the realities of such a career before investing hundreds of hours and dollars in the profession.
This internship is a great opportunity for both mentors and interns, and this year will be offering an online and an in-person internship opportunity. Please watch the video below for more details on hosting online vs. in-person internships. Students apply and compete for these internships, therefore these are historically very ambitious, intelligent young adults capable of doing impressive work for their level of education. Your interns will have indicated an interest in pursuing a related career, so this is their chance to learn the realities of such a career before investing hundreds of hours and dollars in the profession.
Program Highlights:
- Students experience the realities of your industry through in-person or online work experience during the summer proceeding their senior year of school.
- Motivated students provide insights and assistance to your organizations.
- You, as a mentor agree to provide meaningful quality opportunities for them to learn as much as possible about the field/industry.
- Payment to students is optional. Students are told that this is an unpaid opportunity to which they must commit to either two weeks of full-time work or at least three online session. However, some mentors choose or have a company policy to pay students.
- If available, you agree to sponsor and escort your intern to the EfTA Student Internship Luncheon on Friday, June 24, 2022. Tickets are $40 per person. Sponsorships are available.
Registration Deadline: Friday, March 11, 2022
Suggested Work Period: June 6th - July 29, 2022