Panther Edge Internship Partners

The Panther Edge Internship Program is a holistic internship experience that places UWM students in paid intern roles at a variety of partner organizations. At its core, the Panther Edge Internship is a work-based learning experience that maximizes the benefits for both interns and employer partners. All interested off campus organizes are encouraged to become a partner.

Become a Partner

Resources

Program Information

  • A connection to UWM students
    • Streamlined access to talent
    • Access to a diverse student population
    • Increased visibility within the community
    • Priority for company-specific career events to be held on campus
  • UWM coordinates internship recruitment, application development, onboarding, student support, and troubleshooting
  • UWM manages student payroll, including employment eligibility administration and hiring process
  • Regular professional development and networking opportunities
  • Through their internship experience, UWM students develop essential professional skills and employer partners gain increased work capacity while nurturing future talent.Open to all UWM students
  • Fully paid position
  • Intentional recruitment by UWM
    • Resume review and development
    • Interview preparation
    • Streamlined application process
  • Wraparound supports by UWM
    • Internship course and credit
    • SET staff support and mentorship
    • Intentional reflection
    • Networking training
    • Social justice and impact lens for internship experience
  • Experiential Learning Day participation (summative reflection event open to the public)

Cost for Employers

  • $6,000 per intern hired
    • $4,000 for student wages at $20/hour (200 hours)
    • $2,000 for program support and intern transportation support

Program Timeline

  • March – April: Employer onboarding, information sessions, and contracting (process continues on a rolling basis throughout the summer and into the fall and spring semesters).
  • May – June: Job posting solicitation and initial outreach to student applicants by UWM.
  • July – August: Applicant interviewing by employer and onboarding to UWM payroll.
  • September: Intern begins work and enrolls in the internship course; internship work continues while allotment of funds remain.

Partners can continue to join and post positions on a rolling basis.