Category Archives: IMPACT Awards
Carolyn Duong: Making an IMPACT
Indiana INTERNnet celebrated internship excellence on Feb. 5, 2014, at the 8th Annual IMPACT Awards luncheon. Though the event is over and the winners have been announced, we are continuing to celebrate the nomineesâ successes.
Carolyn Duongâs dream is to be a dentist.
And she credits internships with helping her discover that dream.
Carolyn completed two internships with Steven Hollar, DDS and David VanWormer, DDS while studying at Grace College in Winona Lake, IN. While at both offices, she was able to practice proper bedside manner, engage in conversation with the patients and learn more about various oral conditions and treatments.
âI saw how each dentist truly cared for his patients and was able to use his education, knowledge and training to help his patients be free of pain and oral disease,â Carolyn recalls. âI wanted the same for my own career.â
Drs. Hollar and VanWormer both commended her …
8th Annual IMPACT Winners Part II
We recognized six individuals and organizations that dedicated their energy and expertise to successful internships in 2013 during the 8th Annual IMPACT Awards luncheon, sponsored by Ivy Tech Community College. These are the second in a two-part series on winners.
Claudine Meilink
Career Development Professional of the Year
Since 2006, Claudine Meilink has played a key role in facilitating student-employer connections at Purdue University. She wears many hats within the Center for Career Opportunities (CCO), including career counselor, employer coordinator and data collector.
Meilink volunteers as a Faculty Fellow and has served on search committees for various departments on campus. She also serves as an at-large board member with the Career Development Professionals of Indiana and also held leadership positions with Midwest ACE (Association of Colleges and Employers), even chairing two of its conferences.
âClaudine is one of those people who makes working in career services at …
8th Annual IMPACT Winners, Part I
We recognized six individuals and organizations that dedicated their energy and expertise to successful internships in 2013 during the 8th Annual IMPACT Awards luncheon, sponsored by Ivy Tech Community College. These are the first three stories; we will post the other three in an upcoming blog.
Pam Plain Intern of the Year (College/University)
Pam Plain led an international public health initiative as a summer intern with Komen Tissue Bank (KTB) at the IU Simon Cancer Center in Indianapolis.
KTB began to collect breast tissue from women all over the world, and started in Kenya, Africa, where the prevalence of a particularly aggressive type of breast cancer is common. Plain made arrangements for facilities and transportation of medical and surgical supplies and volunteer materials from the United States to Kenya.
âThis involved tens of thousands of dollars, superb communication skills and organizational skills, and an understanding …
Nothing Stops Us From Honoring Internship Excellence
Keeping with the extreme winter weather patterns weâve experienced this season, a snowstorm threatened to cancel the 8th Annual IMPACT Awards luncheon on Feb. 5. But itâll take more than that to keep us from honoring internship excellence! We had so many great stories to celebrate this year [be on the lookout for upcoming blog with winner stories]!
We were honored to have Gerry Dick, the president/managing editor of Grow INdiana Media Ventures and host of Inside INdiana Business, as our MC. It was also our pleasure to have Peter Dunn, aka Pete the Planner, as our keynote speaker. Pete is an award-winning comedian and an award-winning financial expert & comedian, author and radio host.
Pete talked about smart financial decisions to those in attendance. He spoke about the importance of paying student loans immediately after graduating college and how to save 10% of every paycheck, which …
Itâs The Final Countdown (For IMPACT Awards Nominations)
I can hear you humming that eighties song already. And, itâs true. Weâre counting down to the deadline for IMPACT Awards nominations – and we cannot believe October 22 is almost here!
If you havenât heard of the IMPACT Awards, itâs the internship equivalent of the Oscars. Imagine your favorite intern finally getting recognized for their excellent work this past year. The difference is that you get to play a first-hand role â not just in celebrating them, but also in nominating them.
“Itâs the internship equivalent of the Oscars.”
Just like the Academy Awards, the IMPACT Awards take place in February and include multiple categories: Intern of the Year (High School, College and Non-Traditional), Employer of the Year (For-Profit and Non-Profit), and Career Development Professional of the Year. Donât worry, you donât have to wear a fancy cocktail dress to this event â or get anxious about Meryl Streep …
Looking Back at Last Year’s IMPACT Awards Winners
As fall internships are in high gear, we want to remind you of an opportunity to recognize the rock star you had the pleasure of working with this past year. Whether itâs the intern who exceeded your expectations or the employer or career coach whoâs served as a great role model, we want to hear your success stories!
Indiana INTERNnet would like to recognize these overachievers at the annual IMPACT Awards luncheon which will be held on Feb. 5, 2014, at the Ivy Tech Culinary Center Ballroom. We are now seeking nominations for these awards (Deadline: Oct. 22). More information on the IMPACT Awards is available here.
Several great stories from last yearâs IMPACT Awards remind us of the gems in the workplace:
College Intern of the Year Cody Adams made significant contributions to Rocheâs HR department. He was instrumental in the development of first annual summer …
IMPACT Awards â Have you nominated?
Do you work alongside a career services colleague who goes above and beyond for students? Do you advise a student who shined during an internship this year? Do you collaborate with an employer who manages a stellar internship program?
Indiana INTERNnet is saluting achievements in internships and mentoring. Check out this post celebrating last year’s winners.
The IMPACT Awards Luncheon, sponsored by Ivy Tech Community College, is not until February; however, the deadline for nominations is quickly approaching. We need your help so we can recognize those who are making a difference in the internship community. We are accepting nominations until Oct. 22 for Indiana employers, interns and career development professionals. You can visit the IMPACT Awards web page by clicking here.
Individuals are invited to submit more than one nomination in any or all of the award categories:
Outstanding Intern (high school, college and non-student): contribution to employerâs business; …
Internship Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have some unresolved questions about internships? Whether youâre a college student wondering if internships are the best next step for you – or youâre an employer curious about setting up an internship program at your organization, here is a compiled list of internship frequently asked questions with answers by our internship experts:
What is the point of interning?
Employers: A New Age of Internship Possibilities Students: Internship Experience May Increase Your Salary Discovering your career path Why Intern? Mind the Employment Gap No. 1 Perk of an Internship
Are internships truly a stepping stone into a full-time job?
From Intern to Full-Time Employee Considering an intern as a full-time employee
I hear a lot of myths about internships. What are some truths?
Five Simple Truths About Internships
I keep hearing about virtual internships. What are they all about?
The Potential of Virtual Internships Virtual …
Feeling the IMPACT, Part II
Indiana INTERNnet hosted the seventh annual IMPACT Awards Luncheon on Feb. 6 at the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art. This year, we received more nominations than ever before, and it was a sold-out crowd. This is the final recap blog, focusing on the inspiring keynote address from Caroline Dowd-Higgins, particularly her words to employers. If you didnât join us this year, we hope to see you in 2014!
Each year, the IMPACT Awards Luncheon is our opportunity to celebrate the significance of internships and spotlight the success stories. The focus is on the interns and how they are working to become the best and brightest in Indianaâs workforce. We were inspired by each story of accomplishment and believe our âRock Star Internsâ theme couldnât have been more fitting.
This year in particular, though, we were reminded that itâs not only up to the interns to be rock …
Behind the Scenes of the IMPACT Awards
The IMPACT Awards Luncheon was a great way to see some of Indianaâs brightest interns, professionals and companies. I had the opportunity to learn why Indiana is such a great place to work and intern.
Caroline Dowd-Higginsâ speech was very moving and inspired me to create my own career plan path. She stated that 70% of employees are disengaged and unhappy. This really spoke to me because Iâve always believed in finding a career I will love going to each day and where I can make a difference.  Her speech was relatable–stating that itâs okay to change your mind and that we are each a âwork in progress.â
As an intern myself, it was great to listen to three different rock star internsâ (high school, college and nontraditional) success stories. It demonstrates the work you put forth in internships directly affects your career path, making it that much easier to land …
Feeling the IMPACT, Part I
Indiana INTERNnet hosted the seventh annual IMPACT Awards Luncheon yesterday at the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art. This year, we received more nominations than ever before, and it was a sold-out crowd with 250 attendees. Weâll recap the event over the next few days. If you didnât join us this year, we hope to see you in 2014!
Gerry Dick, host of Inside INdiana Business and IMPACT Awards emcee, tweeted us immediately following the event yesterday: âDonât think thereâs talent out there? Should have been at the IMPACT Awards. Wow. Impressive young professionals.â
We couldnât agree more. Indiana is a hotbed of intelligence and talent, and thatâs exactly what we celebrate every year at the IMPACT Awards Luncheon. This year, we were blown away by our rock star interns, employers and career development professionals.
College Intern of the Year Cody Adams made significant contributions to Rocheâs HR …
Internships make a positive IMPACT
As fall internships are getting into full swing, we want to remind you of an opportunity to recognize the âRock Starâ you had the pleasure of working with this year. Maybe itâs your intern who exceeded expectations. Maybe itâs your employer or career coach whoâs served as a great role model. We want to hear your success stories!
The IMPACT Awards Luncheon, sponsored by Ivy Tech Community College, will be on Feb. 6, 2013, at the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art. We are now seeking nominations for these awards.
Several great stories surfaced from the IMPACT Awards last year.
Josh Bloxsome served as a systems engineering intern at Raytheon Technical Services. When several experienced engineers on that task had to be reassigned, Bloxsome’s role increased â and with great success. The project was completed ahead of schedule and under budget. Bloxsome is now CEO of Bloxsome Technology, …
Do you âknow how 2 goâ to career success?
This is a guest post written by Sara Hess, Campaign Coordinator and Editor at Learn More Indiana
Career success means different things to different professionals. Whether your industry defines success as products sold, media markets reached or something else entirely, there are smart steps studentsâin high school or collegeâcan take to ensure success in their chosen field.
The KnowHow2GO Indiana 2012 campaign kicks off this summer with tips, step-by-step guides and goals for students of all ages to prepare them for college and career success. Thereâs even a fun contest to help you win $100 for college expenses!
Of course, one of the smartest things students can do to prepare for their future careers is to intern or job-shadow a professional. While interning will give you a deeper perspective on whether youâll enjoy a specific career path, job-shadowing for just a day or afternoon can also give you a glimpse …
6th Annual IMPACT Awards Wrap Up
February 21st marked the date of the 6th annual Indiana INTERNnet IMPACT awards, honoring outstanding employers, career development professionals, and interns. This year, the awards luncheon was held at the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art in downtown Indianapolis. The awards were such a popular event this year that it sold out!
The afternoon began with a delicious soup, salad, and dessert lunch. Nancy Ahlrichs, vice president of talent management at United Way of Central Indiana, spoke about the importance of interns and the outstanding employers willing to mentor interns. Next came a short video featuring interns and employers talking about their internship experiences.
The awards followed the keynote address. The first category was for outstanding career development professional. Several mentors were nominated for their excellence in assisting students with their career paths, however the award went to Saint Mary-of-the-Woodsâ Susan Gresham. Susan is the director of the …
Read More About Indiana INTERNnet’s 2010 IMPACT Award Winners
Entry by Pat Patterson
Each year, the Indiana INTERNnet IMPACT Awards honor businesses and individuals demonstrating internship excellence. On February 10, top honors went to the following:
International Center of Indianapolis – Outstanding Employer of the Year (not-for-profit)
ExactTarget – Outstanding Employer of the Year (for-profit)
Jeremy Podany, School of Informatics and Computing at Indiana University-Bloomington –
Outstanding Career Services Professional of the Year
Fangfang Li – Outstanding Intern of the Year (college)
Emily Miller – Outstanding Intern of the Year (high school)
Check out the March/April issue of BizVoiceÂź magazine for brief profiles of the winners.
Nominations for the 2011 awards will be accepted in September and October. Please make note of that timeframe to submit your nominations â it is a great way to recognize employers, employees and interns for their internship successes.