Join us for an insightful discussion on Navigating Internship Recruitment: Essential for Startups. Are you a startup founder looking to infuse your team with fresh ideas, energy, and cost-effective talent? Internships could be the game-changer your organization needs. However, finding the right match and seamlessly integrating interns into your dynamic startup environment can be daunting. In this event, we’ll delve into the crucial strategies and best practices for successful internship recruitment and management explicitly tailored for startups. From crafting enticing job descriptions to fostering meaningful mentorship relationships, we’ll cover it all. Whether you’re considering hiring your first intern or seeking to optimize your current internship program, this session promises valuable insights to empower you on your journey to startup success.
Takeaways:
- Crafting compelling internship job descriptions tailored for startup environments
- Implementing effective strategies for screening and selecting interns that align with your startup’s culture and needs
- Nurturing meaningful mentorship relationships to maximize the value of intern contributions
- Leveraging interns to innovate, energize, and drive growth within your startup ecosystem
- Building and testing leadership capacity
Speakers:
- Annie Hoang, Advisor – Calgary, Mitacs
- Megan Kinal, Employer Engagement Manager, TalentED YYC
- Danny Zahynacz, Founder, RAD
- Ryan Klopp, Employer Relations Specialist, Centre for Career & Personal Development, University of Calgary
This event is part of the monthly Founders Lunch Series, which aims to empower and support entrepreneurs. Organized by Innovate Calgary and supported by Alberta Innovates and ElevateIP Alberta, this dynamic platform connects entrepreneurs, fosters knowledge sharing, and inspires collaboration. Be a part of this transformative experience to expand your network, learn from industry leaders, and confidently navigate your entrepreneurial journey.