In a Virginia Business opinion piece by Dennis Treacy and Jennifer Siciliano, they argue that the new statewide InternshipsVA initiative will help Virginia employers develop and retain talent by expanding high-quality, paid internships through public-private collaboration. The program offers practical guidance and matching grants to make internships more affordable for small and mid-sized businesses, while giving students real work experience that increases their chances of staying in the state after graduation. They emphasize that paid internships are crucial for both workforce development and equitable student access, and they call on business and education leaders to support the effort.

To read the full piece, click here.