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At McAllen EDC, we believe in the power of community collaboration to shape the future. One of the most impactful ways local businesses can contribute is by offering internships to students, providing them with invaluable hands-on experience. These internships not only help students gain practical skills but also allow businesses to nurture potential future leaders within their industry.
We're excited to share that several community employers have already committed to this initiative, demonstrating their dedication to fostering local talent. However, we are still seeking more partners to join us in this mission. By volunteering to host student interns, you will be playing a crucial role in their professional development and, in turn, investing in the future workforce of our community.
If you're interested in becoming a part of this meaningful program, please reach out to us. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of young professionals and the future of our local economy. Please reach out to Susie Flores at
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The Importance of Building an Internship Program
Building an internship program is crucial for both organizations and aspiring professionals. For companies, internships provide a pipeline of fresh talent and innovative ideas, fostering a dynamic workplace culture. Interns bring new perspectives, enthusiasm, and up-to-date knowledge from their academic experiences. This can invigorate teams and drive creative solutions to business challenges.
Internships also serve as a valuable recruitment tool, allowing companies to evaluate potential future employees in real-world settings. This reduces hiring risks and helps in identifying candidates who are a perfect fit for the organization's culture and needs.
For interns, these programs offer hands-on experience, mentorship, and networking opportunities. Internships bridge the gap between academic learning and professional application, equipping students and graduates with the skills and confidence needed to succeed in their chosen careers.
Moreover, internship programs contribute to community development by fostering a skilled and experienced workforce. They help in addressing the skills gap in various industries, ensuring that the local talent pool is competitive and ready to meet market demands.
An effective internship program is a win-win, enhancing organizational growth and empowering the next generation of professionals.
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Career Bridge
Bridging the gap between classroom and careers
The Career Bridge program innovative model for work-based learning, the Career Bridge App gives eduction administrators the data and oversight they need to track and manage work-base learning programs. It offers customized workforce developoment solutions to address specifit needs within an organization.
La Maizeria Corn Bread Products is a sucess story of a company from Monterrey, NL Mexico that took advantage of this innovative program to enhance his product and learn more how to do business in the Untied States with the help of UTRGV CIC and a group of students.
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Hello from South Texas College! Register TODAY for the 2nd Annual Apprenticeship Summit |
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Join us for our 2nd Annual Apprenticeship Summit on Thursday, November 16, 2023. Registration is open now and can be accessed using this link: southtexascollege.edu/apprenticeship-summit The Summit will be held in the STC Pecan Campus Student Union (Building U), 2nd Floor, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Joining us as presenters will be the following regional and state-level leaders:
Panel topics include:
Register TODAY and we will see you there! |
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Who Is FTO?
Fair Trade Outsourcing™ (FTO) is a fast-growing BPO company and fair-trade outsourcing center that provides impact sourcing work for companies worldwide.
Our primary office is in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with a global network of delivery centers in the Us, Philippines, Mexico, and Ghana.
Our Vision
We seek to reduce global poverty and economic insecurity by creating sustainable middle-class employment, eventually growing a new generation of capital owners from wage earners.
The best BPO Company is adding an Office in the McAllen area!
We are looking for competitive Inbound Sales Representatives and Customer Service Representatives with amazing customer service skills. No cold calling is necessary!
If you are interested in making a positive difference in the lives of others? We are looking for you!
Job Description
We offer a fantastic opportunity in the BPO Industry and always have room for growth. After initial in-person training and the completion of your Texas Insurance License, we have created an appreciable bonus incentive.
Fair Trade Outsourcing is seeking motivated entry level Customer Services Representatives and Inbound Sales Representatives to join our team. The position requires the person to:
- Provide customer service by answering prospective policyholders and/or policyholders telephone inquiries with proper telephone etiquette and giving accurate and timely responses.
- Meet the established call center guidelines for answering calls.
- Work effectively with co-workers, agents, policyholders, or other departments as needed.
- Research and resolve inquiries and communicate the results by telephone and/or written correspondence to the policyholder, agent, or other departments.
- Make computer inquiries and entries relating to customer accounts.
- Maintain records and/or policy files according to established guidelines.
- Regular and predictable attendance in meetings with a defined work schedule.
Desired Skills & Experience
- High School Diploma and/or GED
- Customer Service Skills necessary
- Must have the availability between 7am to 7pm CST
- Flexibility for occasional and/or seasonal overtime
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to handle multiple assignments
Contact: Veronica Vasquez
Phone: 956-359-4538