Internships today look very different from a decade ago. As Morgan Young highlights, Gen Z isn’t settling for unpaid or short-term stints - they want real value and career-building opportunities. And companies are listening.
Currently, 60% of internships are fully paid, a significant rise from just 48% ten years ago. Internship durations have also stretched to 12–16 weeks, giving interns a more meaningful experience. But the biggest shift? Over 85% of interns are now being converted into full-time employees.
This transformation isn’t just about compensation or tenure - it's a strategic move. Forward-thinking companies now see internships as pipelines to build diverse, innovative, and sustainable teams.
As the founder of Upskill, I created this platform to help businesses thrive in this evolving landscape. If you're ready to future-proof your hiring strategy and connect with the next generation of professionals, let’s talk.
The future of work starts with better internships.
