Intern Experience IN

West Central Indiana

Discover the Region. Shape Your Future.

The Intern Experience IN West Central Indiana is more than just an internship support program. This program provides a community connection beyond the work experience. The Intern Experience is the gateway to discovering the vibrant culture, professional opportunities and community spirit that make West Central Indiana a great place to live and work.

Led by the Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce and the West Central Indiana Partnership, this eight-week summer program is designed to complement your internship with curated events that help connect you into the local community, build connections and grow professionally.

Why Join the Intern Experience IN West Central Indiana 2025 Cohort?

  • Make Meaningful Connections: engage with local elected officials, business leaders and interns from other companies through networking events and leadership meet-and-greets.

  • Explore West Central Indiana: enjoy social events at hotspots around the region like Downtown Terre Haute, Vigo County Parks and the Sycamore Outdoor Center.

  • Grow Professionally: participate in team-building activities, leadership training and community service opportunities that set you apart and help you build a strong, local network.

For Employers: Build Your Talent Pipeline with the Intern Experience IN West Central Indiana

This initiative isn’t just great for interns to connect with one another. It’s a strategic advantage for employers, too. This program is designed to turn interns into enthusiastic, connected employees who want to live and work in our region. Engaged interns will result in eager, full-time employees, improving hiring efficiency and retention. These interns will also contribute to the long-term community growth and workforce development. With four higher education institutions in West Central Indiana, the talent pipeline is available. It’s all about cultivating the talent into a strong, sustainable workforce.

The 2024 Intern Experience IN West Central Indiana welcomed 31 interns. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this growing talent network.

2025 Title Sponsor

  • Deadline to enroll is May 9

  • Program runs for eight weeks during the summer

  • Spots are limited!

Register for the 2025 Cohort Today!

Contact Us Today!

For program questions or for help registering, contact:

Jonathan Eilbracht

Director of Strategic Programming

jeilbracht@westcentralpartnership.com

812-243-9024