
The State of Vermont Internship Program - Story Synopsis
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The State of Vermont Internship Program is a new program
that facilitates the placement of interns throughout Vermont state government. The program aims to cultivate a pool of
diverse talent that includes people of populations currently underrepresented
in the State workforce. Participating
interns gain on-the-job training that integrates education, career development
and public service, while agencies hosting interns benefit from the input of creative
and innovative students.
As one of the largest employers in Vermont, the
State has the capacity to offer a variety of internship opportunities that can
be tailored to fit the academic interests and professional objectives of many
individuals. Students participating in
the program will earn college credit as they enhance their resumes, develop
valuable references, contribute to the community, connect theory with practice
and explore different career paths.
For more information on how you can participate in this program contact Toni Marie Pignatelli at toni.pignatelli@ccv.edu.
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The Benefits of Participating in the State of Vermont Internship Program - Story Synopsis
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Agencies that choose to participate in the internship program will benefit from having qualified, pre-screened candidates for temporary projects. Furthermore, the Internship Program provides an orientation to guide agencies in having a successful internship experience.
Individual interns benefit by gaining relevant work experience, college credit, and an enhanced resume, all while being exposed to the benefits of living and working in Vermont.
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Creative Workforce Solutions - Story Synopsis
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For an employer seeking an innovative approach to meeting and trying out potential employees, Creative Workforce Solutions (CWS) offers several innovative ways to be introduced to potential
workers. These range from a simple company tour to on-the-job training and temp-to-hire programs. Each of these programs can be
designed to meet an employer's specific needs and are "customized" according to the
skill level of the trainee.
These creative hiring opportunities are a win/win for both the employer AND the job seeker, as each has the chance to explore if it is a good match.
A CWS Employment Consultant will meet with an Interested employer and they will review the employer's needs, offer qualified candidates, and develop a training plan
with the employer before the new trainee/employee starts working or training. The Consultant will also assist the employer with any
questions and provide technical assistance during training and any
follow-up services that are needed.
For more information or to learn which of these programs might be right for you, please contact Hugh Bradshaw at VocRehab Vermont, 802-241-2728, or hugh.bradshaw@ahs.state.vt.us.
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MORE ON the State of Vermont Internship Program
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Internship Program Overview
In Summer 2009, the State of Vermont Internship Program will
make available to students fourteen different internship opportunities in nine
different departments. Participating
state organizations include the Agency of Administration, Agency of Human
Services, Agency of Natural Resources, State's Attorney's Office, and the
Department of Education. Opportunities
are available in a range of fields, including information technology,
environmental science, emergency response, and communications.
State agencies interested in hosting an intern work with the
Coordinator of the State of Vermont Internship Program - Toni Marie Pignatelli - to develop
project-oriented positions. The
coordinator then recruits interns for positions. Through Fall 2009, interns will be recruited
from public and private post-secondary schools around the State. In Spring 2010, recruitment efforts will
expand to target individuals who are working with Vermont Adult Education and
the Division of Vocational
Rehabilitation. Students who
would like to intern with the state, but do not see a position that fits their
interests, are encouraged to work with Toni Marie to develop a position
that fits their interest and skills.
Internships may be paid or unpaid, as determined by the hosting agency. The weekly hours of the internship are also flexible.
The program is funded by a federal grant
administered to the Community College of Vermont (CCV) by the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation. The Coordinator of the program is an employee
of CCV, but works on behalf of students at Vermont public and private
post-secondary schools, Vermont citizens enrolled at post-secondary schools
out-of-state, and individuals with educational plans who are working with the
Division of Voc Rehab and Adult Learning.
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MORE ON the Benefits of Participating in the State of Vermont Internship Program
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Why Host an
Intern? The Benefits to Participating
Agencies
- Quality candidates for temporary
projects
- Increased visibility of your
agency in the community
- Opportunity for professional staff to utilize mentoring skills
- Effective way to recruit and
evaluate potential employees
- Your image in the community
is enhanced as you contribute your expertise to the educational experience
- Year round source of highly
motivated pre-professionals
- The State of Vermont Internship Program
will work diligently on your behalf to attract qualified interns
- The application and selection
process will be managed by the Coordinator of the State of Vermont Internship Program
- The Coordinator will support
you in handling issues surrounding compensation, classification, liability
coverage, workers' compensation, and the use of fleet vehicles
- An orientation will be
provided for interns and new Site Intern Supervisors
Why Become
an Intern? The Benefits to Participating
Individuals
- Contribute to your community
- Develop valuable references
- Gain relevant work
experience
- Connect theory and practice
- As one of the largest
employers in Vermont,
the State has the capacity to offer a
number of opportunities in a variety of fields
- The application process will
be managed by the Coordinator of the Internship Program
- An orientation will be
provided for new interns
- Internships are project-based
and include a learning component
- Interns receive individualized
support throughout the internship period
- Interns are exposed to the benefits
of living and working in Vermont
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Here is more information on the subsidized training options available to employers seeking an innovative approach to their hiring practices:
Company Tours
Company tours are a great
way to introduce potential candidates to your business. For individuals interested in a career in
your industry, a tour can provide a real-world understanding of your workplace,
the skills needed to be successful and other important information.
Short-term Job Shadows
Ranging from a few hours to
a week or two in length, short-term job shadows are a great way for employers
and potential candidates to meet. For
many individuals, this is an opportunity to get a hands-on understanding of
your business while at the same time gaining important skills. During this
period, the trainee is paid a stipend by CWS and is covered under our blanket
liability policy, so there is no risk to you.
Risk Free Trial
For individuals who meet
many of your skill requirements, but need additional training, this option
provides an opportunity to introduce a candidate to your workforce prior to
actually making a hire. Your CWS Employment Consultant will work with you to
determine the duration and schedule of the work experience. The trainee is paid
a stipend by CWS and is covered under our blanket liability policy, so there is
no risk or cost while the candidate is in your formal or informal training
program developing industry-specific skills.
On-the-Job Training (OJT)
OJT is designed to train new
employees in the business setting, thereby creating a workforce of employees
with job skills specific to your needs.
The new employee will be on your payroll and be covered by Workers'
Compensation. You are reimbursed a
percentage of the training wage, which reflects the employee's productivity. In other words, the amount may be a higher
percentage to start and then fade as the employee develops competencies.
Temp-To-Hire
Designed for those
candidates who have the skills and experience needed to be successful, but who
may need a training period to be fully productive, our Temp-to-Hire program
offers a six-week introductory period during which
the employer pays only
the hourly wage. All other costs such as
Worker's Compensation, FICA etc are covered by CWS. During the training period, the worker is an
employee of a staffing agency, so there is no risk to you.
All Temp-to-Hire
arrangements require a commitment to hire on the part of the employer upon the
successful completion of the training period.
Should you decide that a candidate is not a good match, the candidate
can be terminated at any time.
Type of Placement
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Cost to Employer
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Training Costs
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Time Period
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Workers' Comp, Liability, and FICA paid
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Company Tours
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None
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None
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One-two hours
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None
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Risk-Free Trial
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None
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Stipend paid to trainee by CWS
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Negotiable
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Liability covered by CWS
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Short-term Job Shadows
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None
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Stipend paid to trainee by CWS
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Negotiable
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Liability covered by CWS
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Temp-to-Hire
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Hourly wage only - requires commitment to hire if
training period is successfully completed
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Covered by employer
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Six weeks
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Covered by Staffing Agency partner
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On-the-Job Training
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Wages & Workers' Compensation
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Reimbursed to employer up to $3,000
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Negotiable
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Covered by employer
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