Internships that Work

Discover how to connect with student talent to strengthen your workforce pipeline.

In today’s competitive talent landscape, internships and recruiting play a vital role in building future-ready organizations. Join this webinar to learn practical strategies for designing and managing internships that benefit both students and employers, while creating sustainable pathways for long-term talent development.

What You'll Learn:

• Topic: How to structure internships that align with academic timelines and employer needs.
• Focus: Best practices for recruiting, posting positions, and engaging student talent effectively.
• Tools Provided: Step-by-step guidance on internship setup, recruiting resources, and strategies to maximize mutual value.

About the Facilitators:
Dwayne Peterson, Director of Industry to Campus Connections at USF’s Center for Career & Professional Development, has extensive experience building bridges between employers and students. He specializes in helping organizations leverage academic partnerships to create meaningful career pathways.

Taylor Snipes, Assistant Director of Internship Development, works directly with employers and students to design impactful internship opportunities. With a background in experiential education and workforce development, Taylor provides practical tools for organizations to create internships that are structured, scalable, and rewarding.

Together, Dwayne and Taylor bring a wealth of expertise in recruiting, program design, and student engagement, offering actionable strategies for employers to connect with student talent.

Who Should Attend:

• Employers seeking to recruit and engage student talent
• Business leaders looking to strengthen their workforce pipeline
• HR professionals and hiring managers
• Nonprofit and community organizations interested in student partnerships

Why Attend?
Gain valuable insights and tools to recruit effectively, set up impactful internships, and build connections with USF students. Learn how to design internships that drive organizational growth while providing students with meaningful, career-launching experiences.

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