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In the next month, NEOintern.net will conduct two workshops and a webinar for employers. These training events will help small, medium, and large companies create or enhance their internship program. We've designed these informal and interactive workshops based upon national and regional research. Join us for a workshop in Cleveland on July 30, online for a free webinar on August 10, or for another workshop in Pepper Pike on August 19. Click here to sign up for a workshop and click here to sign up for the FREE webinar.

Many thanks to our "Entrepreneurial Internship Program" employers and interns, as well as partners from the region's colleges and universities, for making our summer event successful. We also wish to thank MAGNET for hosting us. The event brought employers, interns, and higher education representatives together to network and discuss internships and education in an entrepreneurial setting. Our excellent panel guided these discussions, and we are truly grateful to everyone for their participation and support.

Next Friday is the deadline to complete the ERC/NOCHE "Recent Graduate & Compensation Practices" survey. This survey will help regional employers understand trends regarding the hiring and compensation of new college graduates, specifically regarding issues including recruitment, hiring, training, development, and compensation. This survey helps companies, colleges and universities, and students greatly. Take the survey here!

The National Association of Colleges and Employers has released a position statement on unpaid internships. In this release, they ask the federal government to clarify the rules about unpaid internships. However, they also ask that the government keep in mind that internships, paid or unpaid, can provide meaningful experiences. What is most important, though, is that internships are safe and ethical. You can read their statement here.

This article contains some very useful insight on the financial and legal aspects of hosting interns. Lately, there has been a lot of discussion in the media on these topics. Remember, this article is strictly for informational purposes and is not a substitute for proper professional advice. Consult a legal or financial advisor for such advice.