Following a survey of hundreds of global employers on the barriers to hiring interns, this report investigates the challenge of internship supply vs demand and raises an important question: If we were to lower the barrier of entry for SMEs to provide internships, could we help solve the supply and demand challenges of opportunities while simultaneously giving more learners access to internships?
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Discover how technology and remote work capabilities can overcome challenges faced by underprivileged students and foster inclusivity and diversity.
Discover how virtual interns can foster diversity and a culture of learning. Learn from WRKR Technology Inc.'s success with remote internships.
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Discover how Virtual Internships, 2023 EdTechX Innovator Winner, revolutionizes global education by fostering cross-cultural understanding.
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NGOs can unlock a wealth of potential using Virtual Internships as a tool to revolutionize talent acquisition.
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Learn how organizations leverage virtual internships to attract and nurture strong talents and revolutionize workforce development.
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Discover invaluable insights from accomplished alumni in our live webinar on 21st June to prepare your students for the future of work. Register now!
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Virtual Internships knows the importance of ROI for university students and has created an opportunity to gain academic credit for internships.
Botho University and Virtual Internships (VI) partnered to increase graduate employability of their students through global experiential learning.
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In 2023, higher education will face some significant challenges. Using insight from partners in the industry, here's how to overcome them.
The market is constantly shifting and changing, and here we've gathered the challenges faced by higher education institutions worldwide.