Ep 84: Revolutionizing Career Preparation: How Micro-Internships Are Shaping the Future of Work

Companies' strict adherence to degree requirements for internships and entry-level jobs can hinder job seekers, especially those with degrees outside the specified fields. This filtering mechanism limits career options and complicates career transitions. However, the rise of the gig economy has inspired our podcast guest today to develop a platform that connects undergraduates and companies, regardless of academic background.

In this episode, I am joined by Jeffrey Moss, the Founder and CEO of Parker Dewey, a company that bridges companies and students and makes the transition from college to career, as smooth as possible. We discuss the rise of micro-internships and how they are changing the way students and companies connect. Jeffrey shares his belief that micro internships should be a core part of both the university experience for learners and the recruiting process for employers.

If you want to learn more about micro-internships and how they can help you achieve your career goals, listen to the episode now

In This Episode:

• 00:00 - Introduction
• 05:45 - How micro-internships work
• 07:21 - How companies utilize micro-internships
• 11:40 - Micro-internships giving students more opportunities to explore
• 20:50 - Users of Parker Dewey
• 22:21 - Who can join Parker Dewey
• 23:18 - Why would a student not join Parker Dewey?
• 27:34 - Public vs. private undergrad
• 30:37 - Deciding to get an MBA depends on your purpose
• 33:28 - How Jeffrey intends to impact the career space
• 34:29 - Jeffrey's last advice for the audience