News

Firm links undergrads with entrepreneurs

The recession has helped Urban Interns http://www.urbaninterns.com/ grow quickly, and they are confident the concept will remain viable as the economy improves.

In one fell swoop, hiring interns has gone from an ordeal to a pleasure for Joanne Cole, president of Cole Communications.

The reason: Urban Interns, a new “online marketplace” that matches small businesses with candidates hungry for experience. No longer must Ms. Cole list an ad with college career centers or Craigslist and hope for the best. Using Urban Interns earlier this year, she quickly pinpointed the summer intern she wanted, and was thrilled with the results.

Full Story: http://www.crainsnewyork.com/article/20090904/SMALLBIZ/909049994

(Many thanks to http://www.nasvf.org for passing this along.)

News Catrgory Sponspor:


Dorsey & Whitney - An International business law firm, applying a business perspective to clients' needs in Missoula, Montana and beyond.

Leave a Comment

You must be logged in to post a comment.