Internships

Internships are a great way for you and a potential employee to “test drive” each other to see if the position is a good fit before hiring a candidate. It allows both the employer and potential employee to see if they are right for the job. Internships can be paid or unpaid, secured through institutions of higher learning or found on your own. Below are some resources to assist you with ideas and advice.

Start an Internship Program

The PT WORK Force ^® D.I.Y. Guide: "Establishing Your Company's Internship Program" was created to help companies working in power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) distribution connect with students in ways that build relationships, educate young people and introduce the field of PT/MC distribution to the younger generation. The guide:

Defines internship program
Highlights benefits of an internship program
Identifies program starting steps
Provides a preparedness audit

Check out this recent PT WORK Force^® blog post about building your talent pool through internships.
Read a PT/MC member company's experience starting an internship program.

PT WORK Force is here to help you with ideas, resources and advice. Contact foundation@ptda.org or call +1.312.516.2100.

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Internships

Start an Internship Program