EdTech Review: Landmark College and Virtual Internships Partner to Provide Students with Innovative Remote Learning Opportunities
Amidst the current crisis, remote learning has become an increasingly important part of education. Recognizing the urgent need for new and innovative solutions, Landmark College and Virtual Internships have partnered to provide students with enhanced access to remote learning and internships. The collaboration between the premier institution for students with learning differences and the leading internship platform offers students with diverse learning profiles invaluable real-world experience and the opportunity to hone their professional skills.
Jan Coplan, Senior Director of Employer Relations & Career Connections at Landmark College, commented on the collaboration: “This partnership reflects our commitment to ensuring our students are fully prepared to navigate the professional world confidently. Our population faces numerous barriers to employment, so we have to lead the way for both the neurodivergent and neurotypical. Virtual Internships’ approach to internship placement and program scaffolding includes all the essential pieces we know result in positive student outcomes.”
Virtual Internships has a global network of 13,000+ host companies spanning 18 career fields, offering students the chance to connect with employers who recognize their unique strengths and potential. Additionally, the platform provides students with access to real global internships, training before and during the internship, and a worldwide network of relationships.
Co-founder & CEO of Virtual Internships, Daniel Nivern, shared his thoughts on the partnership: “We believe that every student, regardless of their location, background, or learning style, deserves a chance to grow and develop through practical work experience. Partnering with Landmark College, an institution that shares our commitment to inclusive and experiential education, perfectly aligns with our mission. We are excited to help Landmark’s students bring their unique talents to workplaces worldwide.”
Landmark College’s work with Virtual Internships recently began with placing a cohort of students in summer internships. The students started by identifying their areas of interest, and Virtual Internships matched them with companies in related fields willing to undergo brief training on structuring internship programs for neuro diverse students. The partnership aims to break down the traditional barriers Landmark College students face in securing internships and provide them with the opportunity to gain valuable real-world experience.
This collaboration is a step towards creating a more inclusive job market and helping students with learning differences transition from the classroom to the professional world. With its innovative approach to remote learning and internships, Landmark College and Virtual Internships are helping to shape the future of education and providing students with the skills and strategies they need to succeed.
