internships

plural of internship
as in apprenticeships
a period of undergoing practical instruction in one's job or career seeking a summer internship at a local television station

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Recent Examples of internships Instead, Kellerhouse was surprised by the number of applicants dreaming about internships in social work, urban design, and art. Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 26 Aug. 2026 This year’s crop of summer interns are using AI in ways that may kill future internships. Kristin Stoller, Fortune, 24 Aug. 2026 The new partnership will allow students at the academies access to possible internships, tours related to military service, and the opportunity to meet and discuss military service with members of the guard while in school, Brig. Brett Barrouquere, Arkansas Online, 24 Aug. 2026 Conversations range from meme prompts regarding the deadliness of hawks versus gorillas to summer internships. David Fear, Rolling Stone, 21 Aug. 2026 The agency sought information involving hiring, promotions, layoffs, internships, mentorships, leadership-development programs and Nike’s diversity targets. Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 20 Aug. 2026 Summer internships may be wrapping up this month, but that doesn't mean the work is over. Sophie Caldwell, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2026 Launching in January 2028, the eight-to-12-month program will develop critical thinking, professional judgment, curiosity, and AI fluency through sustained coaching and practical experience, replacing traditional internships. Rachel Wells, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026 Indeed, more college graduates are accepting unpaid internships than at any point in the last decade as the entry-level job market tightens around them. Dana Stephenson, Washington Post, 13 Aug. 2026
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apprenticeships
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  • These apprenticeships allow workers to gain work experience and find jobs in industries that include hospitality, construction and aviation.
    Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 29 Aug. 2026
  • In Ohio, the services the regional nonprofit affiliates provided include apprenticeships, operational advice and technical assistance to help bring new products to market.
    CBS News, CBS News, 25 Aug. 2026

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“Internships.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/internships. Accessed 31 Aug. 2026.

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