| | APRIL 2024MANAGEHRMAGAZINE.COM8In MyOpinionBy Sanja Milicevic, Director of Training & Quality, The Capitol Kempinski Hotel SingaporeATTRACTING YOUNG TALENT AND MANAGING PERFORMANCE DURING AN INTERNSHIP PROGRAMSanja MilicevicProgressive organizations recognize the value of internship programs to the whole internal culture, work dynamics, overall progress and brand reputation. Seeing an internship program as a whole journey, by being thoughtful and deliberate in every step of creation and implementation, you can craft a rewarding experience for students and your organization. Here are some of the ways that organizations can focus on attracting and managing young talents throughout their program. Get inspired and take your next step in building young leaders today!1) Invest in Building Strong Industry PartnershipsAttracting a talent pipeline, first and foremost, starts with investing time in establishing connections with universities and schools and meeting their representatives, which builds trust and optimizes the business value of an internship program. Furthermore, be present and visible. Attend career fairs, project collaborations with industry tours, give career talks and guest lecturers to students, partner in consultancy programs surveys, and sponsor scholarships to support tomorrow's top talent. Finally, it is important to stay committed to increasing diversity within your internship program, and having students from different educational backgrounds which adds a great value to the overall on-job experience. 2) Be Authentic during an Interview ProcessBeing your authentic self means being honest and real during the initial conversation; this allows you to start building meaningful relationships right away. Keep a warm expression on your face. Smile and show enthusiasm and energy in your voice. Authenticity means being straightforward with culture and work environment and how your values align with the company's. Tell a story about your passion for what you do, your accomplishments, success stories and people development. Authenticity during an interview process can develop into many beautiful moments, such as seeing a potential candidate walking with a camera towards a window to show snow when hearing how much I miss winter while living in a tropical country. Finally, have students' best interests at heart. Encourage completing upcoming interviews as a learning experience, and at the same time, they can make the best choice that aligns
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