Hosting Interns – Employer Guidelines

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Purpose of the Internship Program

  • Provide students with hands-on, industry-relevant experience.

  • Build stronger connections between academic programs and workforce needs.

  • Offer employers early access to emerging talent.

  • Strengthen regional economic development through education-employer collaboration.

Who Are Our Interns?

Interns are students enrolled in credit or non-credit training programs at GRCC. They come from various fields including computer support, cybersecurity, automation, and more. Each student has worked with a Success Coach or academic advisor to develop an Individual Learning Plan that aligns with career goals and program outcomes.

General Structure of Internships

  • Length: Internships typically run for 8–12 weeks, though flexibility exists based on employer needs.

  • Format: On-site, remote, or hybrid depending on the nature of the work and employer capabilities.

  • Compensation: Internships may be paid or unpaid, depending on the structure and funding availability.

    • Employer paid internships may be reimbursed, depending on funding/program.

  • Supervision: Employers will assign a primary mentor or supervisor to guide the intern throughout their experience.

Steps to Host an Intern

  1. Submit an Internship Opportunity

    • Provide a brief description of the internship role, duties, desired qualifications, work format (on-site/remote), and length.

    • Our staff will review the opportunity to ensure it aligns with academic programs and student pathways.

  2. Candidate Matching and Confirmation

    • College staff will identify potential student matches based on skills, interests, and availability.

    • We will share resumes or candidate summaries for your review and coordinate introductions.

    • Once a student is selected, onboarding preparation begins.

  3. Onboarding and Agreements

    • You will be asked to review or sign a standard Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) outlining internship expectations.

    • Our staff will ensure the student completes any necessary paperwork or orientation.

    • You will identify a staff member to serve as the student’s site supervisor or mentor.

  4. Internship Period

    • We ask that you provide regular feedback and communicate any questions or concerns.

    • Our staff may check in during the internship to ensure everything is progressing smoothly.

    • Students are expected to meet professional standards and complete assigned tasks responsibly.

  5. Evaluation and Feedback

    • At the end of the internship, we ask that you complete a brief evaluation of the intern’s performance.

    • You may also be invited to provide general feedback on the internship experience to help us improve future collaborations.

    • Student reflections may also be shared with you if relevant.

Employer Responsibilities

  • Provide meaningful tasks and supervision aligned with the student’s academic or career goals.

  • Ensure a safe and inclusive working environment.

  • Communicate clearly with college staff and the intern throughout the experience.

  • Complete a short final evaluation at the end of the internship period.

Support from the College

  • Internship coordination and student preparation.

  • Assistance with onboarding, agreements, and documentation.

  • Ongoing support throughout the internship period.

  • Optional participation in future hiring or program advisory opportunities.

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