More Internships, Please: Report from Virtual Internships for Universities and SMEs

The bureaucratic barriers SMEs face when working with universities limit the supply of meaningful internships. This report explores why these barriers exist and how to overcome them. 

Download this report to discover:

  • Internship Participation Gap: Despite 70% of first-year students intending to intern, less than half secure internships by their senior year, highlighting a need for increased opportunities.

  • Unlocking SME Potential: SMEs, which make up 99% of the world’s companies, are an underutilized resource for internships, offering flexibility and innovation.

  • Effective Strategic Partnerships: Effective collaborations between universities and SMEs, facilitated by platforms like Virtual Internships, can enhance skill development and broaden internship opportunities.

Solve the internship supply and demand problem and give your learns access to more internships. 

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