Senior Program Coordinator University of Texas at Austin Career Engagement, United States
Internships bridge academic learning with professional experience but are scarce in rural areas, contributing to "brain drain" and affecting local economies. Using case studies from UT Austin’s “Home to Texas” and SFASU’s CARRI Rural Internship program, this session will show how rural internships benefit students, communities, and institutions.
Learning Objectives:
Understand the unique challenges and opportunities of the workforce in rural communities.
Learn how rural internships can support resilience and talent development.
Gain practical strategies for developing and supporting internships in rural areas.