Virtual Internships

Excited to be back in NYC this week for the HolonIQ 'Back to School' Summit! I’ll be representing Virtual Internships alongside my colleague Bobby Rissetto. The event will be an incredible opportunity to connect with senior leaders and key voices in education, career-readiness, and workforce development. I'm particularly looking forward to sitting in on sessions such as: "Hybrid & Online Learning: Building the Student Experience of the Future" by Bharat Anand, Sarah DeMark, Ph.D., & Maria Spies "No College, A World of Career Paths" by Reuben Ogbonna II, Steve Taylor, D.B.A., & Sara Custer "Degrees vs. Credentials: Beyond the All-or-Nothing Debate" by Victoria Galan-Muros, PhD, Mark David Milliron, & Jane Oates If you're attending, let's connect and discuss the future of education and the evolving mission of enhancing employability! #HolonIQSummit #EducationInnovation #WorkforceDevelopment #FutureOfLearning #EdTech

Another week, another Weekly Reading Round-Up! This time, we’re spotlighting key discussions on financial hurdles in higher ed, emerging job market trends, and more. Skip the deep dives—our bite-sized summaries have you covered! 🔍 This Week's Highlights: 🔹Financial challenges facing higher education and the shift in institutional strategies. 🔹The urgent need for more middle-skill credentials to meet job market demands. 🔹How working while studying can impact career growth. 🔹And much more! 💡 Read our blog for a full round-up: https://lnkd.in/gdZK6XDV #WeeklyRoundUp #HigherEd #WorkforceDevelopment #FuturefWork

"Being a generalist is not about not being a specialist" - Anna Kaplun, Senior Operations Strategist, Seeds In today’s rapidly changing job market, where roles and industries constantly evolve, generalists—those who can adapt and tackle problems from a broad perspective—are becoming increasingly valuable. However, the traditional emphasis on specialization can be confusing, especially for those just starting their careers. At Virtual Internships, our interns are often placed with startups and growing businesses, where they gain exposure to various roles and responsibilities. If they get caught up in the old mindset of specialization, they might feel lost, not realizing that their broad knowledge is a valuable asset. That’s why our Head of Employability, Mirta Aguirre (M.A.Education), sat down with Anna to discuss the advantages of being a generalist. These sessions provide interns with valuable insights, helping them explore their options, recognize their strengths, and confidently choose the path that fits them best. Watch the full session here: https://lnkd.in/gR-S5dKa #CareerWebinar #ProfessionalDevelopment #HigherEd

Skills-based hiring has been a hot topic recently, and it’s easy to see why. Employers are are increasingly focusing on skills and potential when assessing candidates rather than just years of experience, qualifications, or credentials. This approach goes some way to open up opportunities for all candidates, regardless of their background. At Virtual Internships, we’re reflecting on how we can help companies embrace this hiring approach. Mentoring interns is one powerful way for growing companies to do just that. This emerging talent brings a fresh perspective with a growth mindset that can make a real impact. Many of our interns come from bootcamp programs, equipped with the hands-on knowledge needed to hit the ground running, ready to apply their newly-learnt skills. Curious about how our interns could support your company? Check out some of the tech-specific projects they’ve worked on recently: https://lnkd.in/g3-6U86k #SkillsBasedHiring #SkillsFirstMovement

Today it's Talent Acquisition Day, and we're giving a big shout-out to all our thousands of company partners who have excelled as hiring managers and incredible mentors to their interns over the past year and beyond! Your commitment helps emerging professionals bridge the gap between academia and the workplace, building vital skills, and gaining experience that will set them apart and prepare them for the future of work. Have you hosted interns this past year? Let us know what's been your biggest learning in the comments! #TalentAcquisitionDay2024 #Hiring #RemoteInterns

🌟 Weekly Reading Round-Up 🌟 In this edition, we're exploring critical topics that are shaping the educational and professional landscapes over the past week. The best part? We've included friendly summaries for educators and employers so you don't have to spend hours reading and researching. 🔍 This Week's Features: 🔹Rising worker anxiety about job security and its impact on talent retention. 🔹The mixed feelings of college seniors about their education's impact on job prospects and career clarity. 🔹The prevalence of AI use in academic cheating and the importance of promoting ethical AI practices. 🔹The shifting perspective on AI's role in the workplace, especially among software developers. 🔹And much more! 💡 Dive into these insights and more in our full round-up: https://lnkd.in/gfjJdEqU #WeeklyRoundUp #AI #AcademicIntegrity #HigherEd

The pandemic thrust us into a new world of remote work, and even as we adapt to the new normal, the question remains: "Is remote work here to stay, or will everyone eventually return to the office?" A recent Gallup survey reveals that 93% of employees in remote-capable jobs prefer to work remotely at least part of the week, highlighting the strong demand for flexible work arrangements. As a remote-first company with a hybrid hub in Vietnam, we see remote work as far more than a temporary shift. The freedom this concept offers has allowed us to connect with people worldwide, embrace diversity, and view things from different perspectives—factors we credit for our success and rapid growth as a startup. This aligns perfectly with our mission to help global and growing companies like ours connect with global talent beyond your traditional geographical boundaries and foster inclusivity and innovation in the workplace. If you find yourself in this space, we'd love to connect: https://lnkd.in/ghQDZRyG

Our weekly read round-ups have been filled with talk of AI and how it is becoming more prevalent in the workforce. Students are recognizing its importance more than ever, and research shows a strong demand for AI training in courses. But, here’s the stickler: 86% of higher ed leaders see AI as a "massive opportunity," yet only 21% believe their institutions are ready for it.

Employers, founders, managers, and more, we've just launched our latest Intern Talent Digest Newsletter, and this month, we're unpacking: ✅ Implementing skills-based hiring and how to make it work (especially for startups) ✅ Expanding your talent pool beyond geographical restrictions ✅ What Gen Z really want and how to attract and retain them ✅ Plus, we're featuring several companies who are leading the charge in mentoring the next generation of leaders - hear their story! 🔗 Subscribe to get these hiring insights delivered straight to your inbox: https://lnkd.in/g2YHmBJ3 #SkillsBasedHiring #MonthlyNewsletter #HiringInterns #GenZWorkforce

Delighted to highlight Technovole, a key company partner empowering global talent through hands-on experience in cutting-edge tech projects. Since joining our network of companies #hostinginterns globally just four months ago, Technovole has provided interns with opportunities to actively contribute to real-world initiatives in software development, website design, and cloud computing. The company’s collaborative environment fosters a dynamic exchange of knowledge, benefiting both interns and mentors. Learn more about hosting remote interns: https://lnkd.in/e2Y5Akrx