By Ross Eisenbrey and Kathryn Edwards
(Economic Policy Institute) Many internships today create or perpetuate serious inequalities, especially for students from families of modest means. Because so many internships are unpaid, the current system favors students from wealthier families. Unpaid internships require students to forego wages and finance a living without a paycheck, putting them out of reach for many low-income students.
Internships are now a standard component of a college graduate’s resume. They provide an opportunity to learn new skills, try out a certain industry or occupation, network, and meet professionals in a field of interest. In short, internships provide the crucial bridge between education and the labor market.
July 1, 2010
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