HIGH POINT, N.C. — WithIt (Women in the Home Furnishings Industry Today) has introduced an internship toolkit designed to assist companies in the home furnishings industry to build, structure and grow meaningful internship programs.
The toolkit, which is available for free on the WithIt website, offers step-by-step guidance for organizations that want to invest in emerging talent but don’t have a formal internship program. Sponsored by Pinnacle Search Partners, the toolkit was developed as an extension of WithIt’s recently launched Internship Initiative, which includes an industry job board connecting students with companies.
The internship toolkit was created with input from industry collaborators and offers guidance on structuring internship programs, sample timelines and program outlines, as well as best practices for onboarding and mentorship. The toolkit also provides strategies for creating meaningful intern experiences and insights on cultivating long-term industry talent.
“WithIt’s mission has always centered on leadership development and professional growth,” said Amy Van Dorp, executive director of WithIt. “The Internship Program Toolkit represents a proactive step toward maintaining a passionate, skilled pipeline of future industry professionals.”
The Internship Program Toolkit is available for free download at withit.org/internship-board.
