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
Some individuals may be ready for full-time employment, while others benefit from starting with part-time roles, internships, or volunteer work to gradually re-enter the workforce.
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Diane Winiarski,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
Work on a career in physics/engineering through studying, internships, and work opportunities!
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Garfield Hylton,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 June 2026
In Aspen, Smith acknowledged that AI is delivering a massive disruption to the workforce, but says this doesn’t change the underlying importance of internships.
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Jeff John Roberts,
Fortune,
15 June 2026
The school was an instant hit, helping students earn internships and first jobs.
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Lindsay Schnell,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
Students are thinking about graduate school, internships and scholarships.
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Gerald Bradshaw,
Chicago Tribune,
8 June 2026
Prince William did internships at Britain’s intelligence and security agencies in 2019 to help the future king understand their workings.
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ABC News,
4 June 2026
Hundreds of students have moved from the classroom to real industry exposure — presenting their apps to industry experts, building portfolios, and stepping into internships and full-time roles inside Miami’s tech sector.
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Miami Dade College,
Miami Herald,
2 June 2026
The event highlights the triumphs of former foster youth and raises funds for job skills programs, internships, and mentorship.
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Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
2 June 2026
Diane Winiarski,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
Work on a career in physics/engineering through studying, internships, and work opportunities!
—
Garfield Hylton,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 June 2026
In Aspen, Smith acknowledged that AI is delivering a massive disruption to the workforce, but says this doesn’t change the underlying importance of internships.
—
Jeff John Roberts,
Fortune,
15 June 2026
The school was an instant hit, helping students earn internships and first jobs.
—
Lindsay Schnell,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
Students are thinking about graduate school, internships and scholarships.
—
Gerald Bradshaw,
Chicago Tribune,
8 June 2026
Prince William did internships at Britain’s intelligence and security agencies in 2019 to help the future king understand their workings.
—
ABC News,
4 June 2026
Hundreds of students have moved from the classroom to real industry exposure — presenting their apps to industry experts, building portfolios, and stepping into internships and full-time roles inside Miami’s tech sector.
—
Miami Dade College,
Miami Herald,
2 June 2026
The event highlights the triumphs of former foster youth and raises funds for job skills programs, internships, and mentorship.
—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
2 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for internships
apprenticeships
Noun
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These were artisans who developed their skills through years-long apprenticeships before becoming free agents, working in small shops and homes.
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These may include community college programs, industry certifications, apprenticeships, or online training opportunities.
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“Internships.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/internships. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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