Interns and graduates

When you take on an intern or a graduate, ideally you are making a long-term investment, so you will want to find a candidate who can grow with your business.

By offering targeted programs you can attract top ranking students who may stay with your business for many years.

It is also great exposure for your business, attracting more candidates to your positions.

Develop a program

When developing a program, your planning should include:

• designing a structured program with responsibilities and objectives in place
• making sure your staff have time and resources to manage the program
• researching the current market trends before offering the program
• training and professional development activities
• providing opportunities for graduates and interns to share experiences with their peers
• organising for mentors to be part of the program.

Finding the right person

Tips for recruiting interns and graduates include:

• registering with an industry body or becoming a member of an employment agency specialising in recruiting graduates
• attending job expos at universities.