TESTIMONIALS

This is what some folks have to say about Total Internship Management:

"Richard Bottner has not only designed a much needed study that is thorough and comprehensive but has produced an internship guide that will be used by many in the field of experiential education. Total Internship Management addresses a range of important topics and will serve as a handy reference."

Paul J. Stonely, PhD

President, National Commission for Cooperative Education

Chief Executive Officer, World Association for Cooperative Education

“This is an extremely comprehensive guide to internships for organizations that are either just beginning their College Relations programs, or that want to improve their internship program. Many wise philosophical views and program tips have been included.”

Sally Phelps

Manager of College Relations, Bose Corporation

"An easily readable, step-by-step guide for any employer, backed by fresh and impressive data analyzing college student strengths and needs. This book will help employers build sustainable internship programs, and develop an effective college branding strategy."

Rusmir Music

Assistant Director of Experiential Programs, Brandeis University

"Applying what they have learned in the classroom to real work experience is how students fast track their careers. Richard Bottner knows this first hand and has carefully crafted Total Internship Management as a 'how to' for building successful internship programs. This book is a valuable and important tool for anyone who wants to help themselves, their organizations and the future workforce for many years to come.”

Gael Keough

Director of University Relations, EMC Corporation

“This book is the first that I have found that uses research to engage businesses in building the best internship programs possible.”

James Westhoff

Assistant Director and Internship Coordinator, Bowdoin College

"Solid internships will strengthen any college recruiting program, but it's hard work to do them right. Total Internship Management can help you get there."

Chris Resto

Co-author, RECRUIT OR DIE: How Any Business Can Beat the Big Guys in the War for Young Talent Founding Director, UPOP, MIT's largest internship program

“One of the strongest components of this publication is the impact that the stats make, bringing in the student and employer perspectives on key topics such as benefits of internships, compensation, and core competencies - very powerful!”

Sheri Ispir

Director of Career Services, Johnson & Wales University

“A worthwhile read for companies considering an intern program."

David Almeda

Vice President of Human Resources, Staples, Inc.

"An insightful guide for all companies that have or are thinking about having an internship program. This book gives a fresh look at internships from a students perspective. A must have for those companies that are truly committed to running an effective internship program."

Tammy Petrucelli

Regional Recruiting Manager, Enterprise Rent-A-Car