Internships don’t succeed by accident — they succeed by design.
The Internship Excellence Lab is a full‑day, hands‑on workshop that helps organizations design and elevate exceptional internship programs. Grounded in five pillars of excellence, it equips participants with research‑based strategies, practical tools, and real‑world examples to attract, engage, and support early talent. Whether launching a new program or enhancing an existing one, attendees leave ready to deliver internships that create meaningful value for both students and their organizations.
As a Host Institution, you simply provide the venue and a warm welcome — Internology handles the logistics and facilitation.
Why Host an Internship Excellence Lab at Your Institution?
It's Completely Free
There’s no fee to host. Your institution receives two complimentary seats for staff members and full recognition as a regional leader in internship excellence.
No Added Stress on Your Team
We handle everything — from engaging local SHRM chapters and Chambers of Commerce to customer service and catering. You simply secure the room and invite your employer network.
Strengthen Existing Partnerships
Offer your existing employer partners high-value professional development that helps them structure internships students actually want — reinforcing your role as a trusted resource.
Expand Your Employer Network
Roughly 30–40% of attendees aren’t currently recruiting from your school, creating a built-in opportunity to grow new employer connections.
Build Your Office’s Expertise
Gain insider knowledge on the key variables that make internships effective. You and a colleague will leave with practical strategies and tools you can use to guide future employer conversations with confidence.
Position Your Institution as a Leader
By hosting, you align your campus with equitable, scalable internship practices that drive real results for students and employers alike
Target Audience
Human Resources Professionals (Generalists, Specialists, Coordinators, Officers, Managers, Directors, etc.)
Talent Acquisition and Development Professionals (Generalists, Specialists, Coordinators, Officers, Managers, Directors, etc.
Recruiters (Campus, Corporate, Emerging Talent, Entry Talent, University Relations, etc.)Internship Experience Leaders (Supervisors, Managers, Team Leaders, etc.)
Program Coordinators and Managers
Anyone That May Be Assisting with Their Organization’s Internship Program!
Value for These Individuals
6 SHRM Continuing Education Credits
Full-day interactive workshop
Custom Blueprint Workbook and other tools to take home.
Peer learning with professionals across industries
Continental breakfast, catered lunch, and refreshments provided
Free on‑site parking included
What You Provide As Host
Classroom or meeting space for 20–40 people (with tables for group work)
A/V access (projector + speakers)
Parking access and directions for guests
Optional: tables for employer engagement materials or campus promotion
What Internology Provides:
Expert facilitation by Internology founder Christine Barkley
Marketing, registration, and day-of logistics
All workshop materials (slides, workbook, signage, etc.)
Light breakfast and lunch for attendees
CEU credit management and post-event support
A marketing toolkit with everything needed to promote the event
Anything additional needed to make your event smooth, valuable, and visible
Host Benefits:
2 complimentary seats for you and a colleague to attend
Cobranded workshop slide deck with both of our logos
A seat at the table to engage with employer partners and showcase your commitment to workforce readiness
First opportunity to co-host future Internology offerings
Let’s Bring the Lab to You!
We’re currently scheduling workshops for Fall 2025 and Spring 2026.