Is an intern paid?

Is an intern paid?

Depending on the position, interns may or may not be paid. Unpaid internships are common, especially when the internship counts as academic credit toward graduation. That said, many employers do pay their interns.

How do I get an internship for my startup?

Here are tips for startups looking to recruit top intern talent.Send pre-interview material and follow-up work. Watch them work through a challenge. Give them real work. Consider future skills. Explain the internship program.

Do unpaid internships still exist?

Unpaid internships are still legal in many cases, but are increasingly considered exploitative. The Department of Labor outlines criteria for determining whether an internship is legal. Carefully consider your options and finances before agreeing to do unpaid work.

Why do tech companies hire interns?

It’s pretty well-acknowledged in tech companies that you don’t hire interns as “cheap labor.” You hire them as a recruiting strategy. It also gets your name out there on college campuses and hopefully makes graduating students more likely to consider your company.