Hire Badgers: Student Staffing Opportunities for Small Business (Online)
Did you know that the UW-Madison Work-Study Program, previously reserved for on-campus and non-profit organizations, has been expanded to small businesses – and, as of September 2023, even covers 50% of the wages earned? Or that many UW-Madison students pursue internship opportunities as a way to develop new skills and explore career pathways while they are studying at UW?
Throughout the session you’ll learn:
How the Work-Study and internship programs work, and how businesses can participate How to create an engaging internship opportunity that offers interesting, meaningful work The mechanics of how to post jobs, interview, and hire An overview of who our students are and what they are interested in How to establish appropriate tasks for students and set everyone up for success Details of who is eligible to offer internships and work-study opportunities, what qualifies as an internship Who is eligible to hire UW-Madison students?
Work-study: Non-profits and small businesses can apply for the work-study program to hire UW-Madison work study students. Currently, work study students can work anywhere in the state of Wisconsin. Internships: Non-profits, start-ups and small businesses from all industries and sectors are strongly encouraged to consider hiring interns
Please only register if you are available and plan to attend, so the provided funding can assist as many small business owners as possible.
This class is online.
Cancellation Policy: You may cancel your registration up to 24 hours prior to the start of this training program without penalty. Cancellations, requests, and other notice of changes for this program should be provided in writing by sending an email to sbdc@wsb.wisc.edu indicating your name, business, and the course you were registered for.
Fee: $99.00
WEDC will cover registration cost of the class for Main Street Bounceback grant recipients who register for and attend the complete course.