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I'm excited seeing all the great intern programs that have kicked off this summer coming across my feed. I've led some great interns in my time that have gone on to exceed even greater expectations. But admittedly, it all has me wondering why we don't treat all our employees like we treat our interns? Great article with a long list of simple tips, but why are many of these not standard practices? #13: Hold New Hire Panels - sounds a lot like offering a new hire or promoted employee a mentor to help informally lead them into this exciting new job. #14: Bring in Speakers From Your Executive Ranks - exposing our promoted employees and new hires the same access to senior executive knowledge, inspiration and networking. #17: Showcase Intern Work/Projects - promoted and new hires accomplish incredible initiatives in their first year, but it often becomes just part of the business, with no recognition? I'll add one to the list, Showcasing the Company, it's HQ, and Great Culture - it's phenomenal to host region and even national events and inviting interns to see what an incredible company they are applying to, but why does so much of that not exist for promoted and new hired employees? Shouldn't we invest the same time and effort into our promoted and new hire employees to ensure the same integration into our culture, access to inspiration and recognition of their work?

Allowing unpaid internships, especially for roles with professional-level responsibilities, excludes those who can't afford to work for free, limiting diversity and fairness. Interns contribute real value and should be compensated, not exploited under the guise of gaining experience. Ethical standards must ensure fair pay for all workers, including interns. #Interns #Communications #Volunteers

"The expert at anything was once a beginner". - Helen Hayes It's that time of year again, where summer interns join our organizations for a short time, eager to learn with fresh perspectives and new ideas. It's also the time of year for vacations, kids are out of school, workweeks may be shortened with summer hours, etc. creating tighter schedules and an even tighter tolerance for more 'to do's' on the list. But the importance of giving of your time and mindshare to an intern is paramount. If they ask for some time with you, say YES. If they don't, offer it up anyway. Remember what you needed when you were first starting out in the working world, and give of yourself to help others. These interns are the future talent in organizations and each of them has the potential to change the world. And hey...they could be your boss someday, so...there's that... 😃. https://lnkd.in/egRApYj5

It’s summer intern time: that time of year when college students and recent grads seek out internships, and firms like Cinch PR try to snag the best possible candidate(s). We were on the ball earlier than usual this year and have already made offers to a few - check, done. This summer marks the 15th year of our internship program and we’ve certainly learned a thing or two along the way. **Spoiler Alert - Cinch has hired eight interns as full time employees! Below are some best practices we dust off each summer in an effort to make our internship program rewarding and productive: -baby steps are the best steps - It’s important to remember most interns need training and close supervision. Start with more tangible, bite-sized tasks and focus on assignments that lay the groundwork for your field and can also be used as helpful teaching tools over the course of the internship. -office cultures are unique…and intimidating - Clearly spell out your office policies, protocols, and general vibe within the first week. Many interns have never set foot in an office, particularly with the prevalence of remote work, and every office setting is different. A well-defined office culture helps to set behavioral and community expectations from the get-go. -interns need mentors too - Assign each intern one mentor who acts as their go-to guide for anything and everything throughout the summer. The intern mentor does not need to manage their daily tasks, but rather act as a sounding board to make sure they feel supported and included in the team. A welcome lunch or coffee is a great way to kick off that relationship. -three is the best number to juggle - In an agency setting with multiple clients, interns find their stride faster when assigned to a few specific accounts versus floating throughout the entire client portfolio. Three brands allows an intern to really dive in and possibly even complete a project from start to finish. -N/A all the way - many interns aren’t 21 yet, so stick to mocktail hours! **Cinch PR interns must love dogs, too:-)

SAY NO TO UNPAID OR CHARGED INTERNSHIPS! Attention all professionals, students, and organizations! It's time to take a stand against the exploitation of interns through unpaid or charged internships. Here's why it's crucial to say NO and advocate for their ban: 1. Equality and Fairness: Interns deserve fair compensation for their time, effort, and skills. Unpaid internships perpetuate economic inequality by excluding those who can't afford to work for free, limiting opportunities for talented individuals from diverse backgrounds. 2. Valuing Work Ethic: By offering unpaid internships, organizations undermine the value of skills and diminish the importance of interns' contributions. Interns are not mere coffee-fetchers; they are valuable assets who deserve recognition and compensation for their hard work. 3. Professional Development: Internships are meant to provide valuable learning experiences. However, when interns are unpaid or charged for the opportunity, it creates a barrier to entry for those seeking professional development. Everyone should have access to quality learning experiences, regardless of their financial status. 4. Legal and Ethical Concerns: Unpaid internships often violate labor laws and ethical standards. Interns should not be expected to work for free, especially if they are performing tasks that benefit the organization. Charging interns for the opportunity to work is equally unethical and exploitative. 5. Building a Better Future: By advocating for the ban of unpaid or charged internships, we are striving for a fairer and more equitable future for the workforce. Let's create a culture where all individuals are compensated fairly for their contributions, regardless of their job title or status. Raise your voice and join the movement to ban unpaid or charged internships! I believe together, we can promote fairness, equality, and dignity in the workplace. Share your thoughts and experiences, let's spark change together! #SayNoToUnpaidInternships #FairInternshipPolicies #WorkplaceEquality

All HRs in my connection; Thinking about hiring entry-level or 1-year experienced talent for less than Rs. 35,000/ $150 per month? Consider offering remote-based positions – it's a win-win. They get to earn while working from anywhere. And let's talk about unpaid internships now – they should be a thing of the past. No one wants to deal with office politics on their dime. It's time to stop glamorising workplace exploitation – minimize it, if not end it altogether.

Please share make this go viral companies really need to see this. Companies Hiring “Volunteers”/ Interns It's troubling to see job postings for unpaid internships where interns are expected to work for free while the company profits from their efforts. This practice feels exploitative and reminiscent of a modern form of slavery, which is something we should all be actively working to eliminate. Interns bring valuable skills, fresh perspectives, and hard work to your organization. They deserve fair compensation for their contributions, just like any other employee. Offering unpaid positions while benefiting financially from their labor is unjust and unethical. We urge you to reconsider your stance on unpaid internships. Compensation is not just about money; it's about respect, fairness, and acknowledging the value of the work being done. #FairPay #EndUnpaidInternships #InternRights #FairCompensation #EthicalHiring #RespectInterns #PayForWork #InternshipReform #WorkplaceEquality #FutureOfWork

It's concerning to see established organizations, particularly those in psychology, charging students for internships. Interns deserve fair compensation for their time and contributions, just like any other employee. Failing to pay them is a breach of labor law. It's time to put an end to this practice. #SayNoToUnpaidInternships #FairInternshipPolicies

🏢 School, work and your personal life could oftentimes influence the type of job position you are looking for. To find or maintain that balance in your life, do you apply to full-time or part-time jobs? ❓ What is your preferred type of job position? 💥 Hit the “Like” 👍 button for full-time and the “Celebrate” 👏 button for part-time. #csulb #internship #job #fulltime #parttime #journalism #publicrelations

Whenever y'all have conversations about not doing stuff for free, I zip it 🤐 To get to where I am in my career, I had to do so many things for free and borderline let myself be intellectually and laboriously exploited. Unpaid labor ✔ Can I pick your brain? ✔ "Partnerships" ✔ Favors ✔ Pro Bono ✔ Unpaid speaking engagements ✔ You name it! I had to do it all. From late-night projects to brainstorming sessions, I've invested countless hours without any $$$. → Do I think all internships should be paid? Absolutely! → Do I think all work should be compensated? Completely! → Do I think all contributions deserve compensation? Heck Yes! I'm as big an advocate for fair pay as the next person. However... I also understand the complex reality of building a career from scratch. I don't necessarily think experience > compensation, especially as someone who once lived paycheck to paycheck. But I had to realize that this is all a game. To get to a higher level, you need more experience, connections, growth, etc. With higher levels, you get more money. So, if a huge opportunity comes along where the ROI is worth it, but it's unpaid: Do it! (This is not an excuse for those offering opportunities to make them unpaid/ DO BETTER.)