Internships are more than just summer jobs—they’re the starting point for real careers. Host Greg Weichman sits down with Nancy Flowers to break down how internship programs benefit both students and employers, and what makes Yaskawa’s approach stand out. With nearly two decades at Yaskawa and years of experience leading the intern program, Nancy shares how the company builds long-term talent pipelines through hands-on experience, mentorship, and meaningful work.

From how students find internships and stand out in the application process to how Yaskawa recruits, gathers feedback, and continuously improves the program, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at what a modern internship should be. Whether you’re a student exploring your first opportunity or an employer thinking about developing future talent, this conversation is packed with practical insight and real-world perspective.

01:29 Internships: More Than Just a Summer Job
07:14 Real Work, Not Busywork: Inside the Program
09:56 Mentorship, Teams & Opportunities Beyond Engineering
12:55 The Skills Interns Walk Away With
15:36 How Feedback Shapes a Better Internship Experience
19:26 From Intern to Leader + What Sets the Best Apart

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