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Developing an International Partnership Connecting Entrepreneurial Interns to Dublin's Tech and Startup world ICC Conference 2015

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INTRO JESSICA BURNS Director of Operations Maximizer | Futuristic | Activator | Woo | Achiever Oversee placement operations organization-wide Direct placement responsibility in Barcelona, Sydney and Paris Employer relations

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WORKING TOGETHER Home Institution ProviderEmployer Successful program delivery and personal / career development of participant Student Parent

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STARTING A (NEW) PROGRAM AND LOCATION: ? TO ASK Chose your city Focus on industries area known for Size of company / organization Additional support Employability Safety and security of program participants

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PROCESS FOR DETERMINING LOCATION: STEP 1 Chose your city: Dublin Focus on industries area known for: Start-up activity tech and social Size of Company: Small - Medium Additional support: Government support, Dedicated educational institutions and organizations UCD Housing and experience Employability: Large, established network of employers Safety and Security: On-site staff member and stable location

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PROGRAM LAUNCH: PROJECT INNOVATION IN DUBLIN Launched in the summer of 2014 Recognizing Dublins reputation as a start-up and tech hub Educational add-on to our summer internship program Visit companies Panel Sessions Competition

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TIMELINE DISCUSSION Work with Partners Timeline 6 to 9 Months for program providers 1 year + for institutions Identifying industry placements

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EMPLOYER NEXT STEPS Dont wait for students to begin building your employer list Initial vetting Building your database Beware attrition Seasonality

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INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE Focus on: Personal and Career Development Internship Placement Overall Program Experience

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FOR QUESTIONS OR RESOURCES Jessica Burns Director of Operations Global Experiences Jessica@globalexperiences.com 410-267-7306 Ext. 25