We know there are a slew of internship opportunities for students. But what's available for those who haven't recently graduated from college? If you've taken a career break for a couple of years and are ready to make a comeback, here are some paid return to work opportunities, a.k.a. returnships, to help you successfully re-enter the workforce.
From human resources to investment banking, Morgan Stanley's Return to Work Program offers a plethora of opportunities for those rebooting their career. For 12 weeks, participants will be able to refine their skills and start anew. Trainees may even be able to snag a job afterwards.
Launched in 2008, the Returnship Program is a 10-week session for professionals in technology, operations and more. Participants spend the first few days learning about the company before branching off into assigned groups specific to their career paths.
For those seeking opportunities in web development and engineering, this one is for you. Also called the Return to Work Program, the 9-week internship is for those ready to head back into the office after an extended absense. Those admitted into the program will complete special projects and receive the mentorship and training needed to advance.
The 12-week-long Real Returns Program exposes banking professionals to a training boot camp, workshops and speaker series and networking opportunities across several of the company's divisions. More than half of the participants who have finished the program have landed a permanent position at the company, according to the Chicago Tribune.
The automative company launched the Take 2 Program earlier this year. Aimed at experienced women engineeres, the initiative provides a chance for professionals to re-enter the workforce after a two or more year career break. The 12-week internship is available for those interested information technology, global propulsion systems and manufacturing and vehicle engineering.
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