2026-2027 Academic Year Dates

Designed for employers who are looking to establish an internship program, this free, interactive workshop provides the knowledge and practical tools needed to develop a successful, high-impact internship experience. Through practical guidance and real-world examples, you'll gain insights from both employer and university perspectives on what it takes to create an internship program that attracts top talent and delivers meaningful results.

• Wednesday, September 2, 2026
  • 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Hosted at Davenport University, Lettinga Campus 
• Tuesday, November 10, 2026
  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Hosted at Aquinas College
  • REGISTER HERE
• Wednesday, January 13, 2027
  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Hosted at Grand Valley State University, Valley Campus (Allendale)
  • REGISTER HERE
• Tuesday, March 9, 2027
  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Hosted at Calvin University
  • REGISTER HERE

Please note: Event registration is managed through Handshake. If your organization does not have an employer Handshake account, you can create a free account here.

If you have additional questions about internships, contact Kristie Scanlon, Employer Relations Coordinator, at [email protected] for a recruitment consultation. 

The Employer Internship Training programs are supported by Hello West Michigan, Aquinas College, Calvin University, Cornerstone University,

Davenport University, Grand Valley State University, and Hope College.