Interns and internship programs

Internships are important to employers as well as to the students taking part in them. Students gain valuable “real-life” experience, while businesses can cost-effectively gain a competitive edge in recruiting and marketing themselves as prospective employers. The following resources may be helpful:

Partnership Resources:

Grand View University Summer Intern Program 2013
This intern program is designed to accomodate local businesses, organizations, and educational institutions in the housing search for summer interns. The program enables interns to network with each other during their time in Des Moines when they're not working or studying. We've partnered with Grand View University to make sure your housing needs are met during your summer internship in Greater Des Moines.

For more information about housing at Grand View University, please click here or contact:
Katie Meints, Housing Director
Grand View University, 1200 Grandview Ave
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 263-2884 or email kmeints@grandview.edu

Connect2Business
This online network allows Partnership member and affiliate businesses to create a profile of information that is available to job seekers and to post jobs and other temporary work opportunities. Download a fact sheet.

Do More in the City
Networking opportunity for area interns to meet area business leaders and other interns, and discuss career options, the Greater Des Moines employment market, and other career issues. Click here to learn more about Do More in the City.

Leadership Iowa University
Fashioned after Leadership Iowa, Leadership Iowa University works to educate, inspire and develop collegiate leaders as the foundation for Iowa’s future economic growth. The program also encourages and facilitates these young leaders’ on-going involvement in local communities and the state to create a better future for all Iowans. Approximately 30 students will be selected for this year’s program which includes a premier weeklong residential leadership and issues awareness program August 4-8, followed up by one-day sessions in September and February and an ongoing mentorship with a professional in the student’s field of interest. Mentorships have often resulted in internships and jobs for LIU graduates.
Leadership Iowa University is now accepting nominations and applications for the Class of 2013-14. Applications are due June 1st however applicants are accepted on a rolling basis and the class is anticipated to fill within a few months. Visit www.leadershipiowauniversity.com.

Other Resources

"Starting & Maintaining a Quality Internship Program" (for businesses) by Michael True