NATIONAL INTERN DAY

NATIONAL INTERN DAY

National Intern Day on the last Thursday in July recognizes all the college graduates testing the professional waters across the country. Today, we encourage companies to recognize hard-working interns everywhere.

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With a resume or diploma in hand, students and graduates pour into internships around the nation. Internships offer future business leaders the experience they need. provide hands-on experience to potential new recruits to the business world. From engineering to science, research, and nonprofits, interns are essential to business relationships.

National Intern Day allows interns to shine and show off their hard-earned skills is by implementing much-needed upgrades. Many business areas utilize interns to maximize their business needs. In fact, interns present a new opportunity to share the latest business knowledge and techniques with an organization, providing a fresh perspective.

HOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL INTERN DAY

Reward your interns with a celebration on the last Thursday in July. This summer, employers can host a celebration in a variety of ways.

• Honor past and present interns

• Host a virtual luncheon

• Develop new strategies for internships

• Highlight successful intern-generated ideas

Share inspirational success stories about interns on your team. Foster a mentor program. Develop tools to promote a positive intern experience at your company.

While some businesses don't have internships, take the day to explore the options for adding one. Learn more about the benefits of internships. Visit businesses with programs and learn how they might fit yours.

Of course, the day is all about interns. Interns can celebrate by nominating the best businesses for internships, too. Share your experience as an intern. Celebrate the positive impact of interns using #NationalInternDay to share on social media.

NATIONAL INTERN DAY HISTORY

WayUP founded National Intern Day to encourage companies to celebrate, empower, and recognize interns. Visit their website for tools and resources to help make the best of your celebration.

DATES:
31 July 2025
30 July 2026
29 July 2027
27 July 2028
26 July 2029
25 July 2030