In a challenging labour market, organisations may look to internship programmes to gain new and motivated members of staff, who bring new skills and perspectives. Additionally, internships provide young people with a meaningful experience that enhances employability.

This guide offers recommendations on optimising an internship programme, and how to contribute to the intern’s professional development. There’s a practical checklist for setting up and running a programme.

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