{"id":10349,"date":"2016-11-14T07:00:11","date_gmt":"2016-11-14T13:00:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.senioradvisor.com\/blog\/?p=10349"},"modified":"2016-11-03T09:31:06","modified_gmt":"2016-11-03T14:31:06","slug":"could-an-internship-help-you-get-back-to-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/d30braiqprupoq.cloudfront.net\/blog\/2016\/11\/could-an-internship-help-you-get-back-to-work\/","title":{"rendered":"Could an Internship Help You Get Back to Work?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Could an Internship Help You Get Back to Work?\"Could<\/h1>\n

Seniors are now staying in the workforce longer than ever, but they\u2019re also more likely be out of work for a long time between jobs, especially if they\u2019ve taken time off to care for a child, spouse, or parent. One option for getting back to work, especially for workers who\u2019ve taken time out for family caregiving, is an internship. Internships aren\u2019t just for recent college graduates anymore, and a small but growing number of companies offer programs to help experienced workers re-enter the workforce or change careers.<\/p>\n

A program for women returning to the workforce<\/h2>\n

One program that\u2019s made a media splash is The Enternship<\/a><\/strong>, a PR and media program for women returning to work after raising children or retiring from another career. The program, created by Wunderlich Kaplan Communications in New York City, helps women over age 40 learn marketing skills and grow their professional networks. The Enternship is working on tools that women in other parts of the country can use to get back into the game.<\/p>\n

More programs for older workers and career changers<\/h2>\n

The Enternship isn\u2019t the only program for older returning workers. Men and women looking to refresh their skills or retrain for new work can apply for paid internships with other companies, too. iRelaunch, a company that connects returning workers with employers, keeps a list of paid\u00a0internship options for older workers<\/a><\/strong>, both in the US and abroad.<\/p>\n

Most of the opportunities on iRelaunch\u2019s list are in banking, STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math), and general business. There are also programs in healthcare, law, and nonprofits. Even if a company you\u2019re interested in doesn\u2019t run an internship program, an internship might still be an option. iRelaunch\u2019s CEO told the Wall Street Journal that older workers who sense hesitation<\/a><\/strong> from a hiring manager can always suggest a time-limited internship that allows both parties to test the waters.<\/p>\n

Companies that welcome older workers<\/h2>\n

Another way to boost your chances of finding the job you want is to focus on potential employers that are upfront about welcoming experienced applicants<\/a><\/strong>. AARP keeps a list<\/strong> <\/a>of nearly 300 US employers that have signed the group\u2019s employer pledge that they \u201cvalue experienced workers and believe in equal opportunities for workers of all ages.\u201d The list can serve as a starting point for your job search.<\/p>\n

You can also check with your local senior center and public library for career resources that connect older workers to employers with internship\u00a0programs\u00a0in your area. They may also offer classes to help you brush up on the latest technology and job-hunting best practices to help you land an internship or a job.<\/p>\n

Things to consider about internships<\/h2>\n

Not all internships are paid, and not every internship leads to a firm job offer with the company running the program. Regardless, if you\u2019re lucky enough to land an internship, you should treat it like both a job and<\/em> a very long audition\/job interview. Take notes, listen well, observe the company\u2019s culture and dress code, go out of your way to be helpful, and make as many connections as you can. That way, even if you don\u2019t transition from intern to employee, you\u2019ll have a new and enthusiastic referral network to help you find your first post-internship job.<\/p>\n

Ready to learn more? The SeniorAdvisor.com blog now has senior city guides<\/a><\/strong> for more than a dozen major metro areas, and each includes information on local senior-friendly job resources.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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