From College to Career: Students’ Internship Expectations and Experience

College internships can be a powerful way to help students succeed beyond completion of a degree. Expanding on previous research about work-based learning, paid internship opportunities and their association with student outcomes and future earnings, Strada’s latest research examines responses from nearly 60,000 students who completed the National Survey of Student Engagement Career and Workforce Preparation Topical Module in 2022. The analysis identifies gaps between first-year student intentions to participate in internships and senior student participation. The study also revealed that senior students who participate in internships feel significantly more confident communicating their knowledge and skills to potential employers.
This webinar will feature findings from the research and discussions about how postsecondary providers can help students access internships and build relationships that boost their confidence in communicating with employers.
Brief on Public Viewpoint:
Public Viewpoint is Strada Education Foundation’s regular release of timely research-based insights on key higher education and workforce issues. Drawing upon data from multiple national surveys representing the perspectives of more than 400,000 adults, the research informs education and training providers, policymakers, and employers who are helping people complete valuable and purposeful education pathways. Additional data from publicly available sources, including U.S. government surveys and statistics are regularly examined and included.
About Strada Education Foundation
Strada supports programs, policies, and organizations that strengthen connections between postsecondary education and opportunity in the U.S., with a focus on helping people who face the greatest challenges. We advance this mission through research, grantmaking, social impact investments, public policy solutions, and Strada-supported nonprofit organizations, including CAEL, Education at Work, InsideTrack, and Roadtrip Nation. We collaborate with students, educators, employers, policymakers, and other partners to help create more equitable pathways to prosperity. Learn more at stradaeducation.org.
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