EMPLOYER RESOURCES
If you are an employer with at least one intern, apprentice, or co-op student working in a Maine office/facility then Maine Career Catalyst is for you! Our program will complement and enhance your existing experiential learning program.
Maine Career Catalyst provides professional development, social opportunities and networking for students working in Maine. These events facilitate connections among learners and a deeper understanding of Maine’s opportunities for launching a career. We are working to expand our offerings to year round experiences but currently focus the majority of our programming to the summer when many college students take on experiential learning opportunities.
Our Goal
Improve the perception of Maine as a vibrant place to live and work and increase the attraction of skilled workers to Maine.
Become a partner
Employers who participate in the program are expected to adhere to best practices for student management following State and NACE guidelines.
See our Internship Partner Partnership Guidelines here.
See our Apprenticeship Partner Partnership Guidelines here.
View our Apprenticeship Flyer to discover the core components of Registered Apprenticeship programs.
There is no cost to become a partner. Sponsorship opportunities are available and provide additional brand awareness and visibility to partners who participate. Contact Kate Howell for more information on available opportunities to partner or sponsor.
Starting a New Experiential Learning Program/Hiring Your First Intern or Apprentice
Are you interested in creating a new internship or apprenticeship program and are unsure where to start? Let us help guide the way. With decades of experience in the field of Human Resources, early career development, and university recruiting we can help you get started from the ground up. By providing recreational and professional opportunities to students throughout their work with you we can take some of the burden off your shoulders. Let us tell you more! Use the contact form on this page to set up a 30 minute informational meeting to talk about your interests and needs.
Posting Opportunities
Did you know that you can post your internships, apprenticeships, and co-op positions for FREE on Live + Work in Maine as a partner of Maine Carer Catalyst? Post now and reach hundreds of Maine’s top students looking for an opportunity to work for a company just like yours!
How can Maine Career Catalyst help?
Are you looking for additional help or resources? Reach out and let us know what you need.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Educate Maine and Maine Career Catalyst are committed to supporting efforts in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. As we continue to grow our skills, abilities and resources we will continue to share them with you to support efforts being made in your organization.
We are excited to share with you the Diversity Recruiting Campus Directory. Included are the names and contact information for active student groups on campuses across Maine who are working to promote DEI on their campus. Each has agreed to be a part of our directory and their members welcome any job or internship opportunities you share as you diversity your outreach efforts to build a robust and inclusive talent pipeline.
What other resources are available to learn more about improving experiences for experiential learners?
There are many online resources that can help employers with best practices to structure the onboarding and management of intern and experiential learning programs. The National Association for Colleges and Employers (NACE) is a great resource and the best practices for internships page can be especially helpful.
To discover active registered apprenticeship programs in Maine, visit the Maine Apprenticeship Program.
To learn more about registered apprenticeship as a career pathway and workforce development strategy, visit ApprenticeshipUSA. This website describes what Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAPs) are and how they work. It also lists the industries and occupations that utilize RAPs, as well as the benefits and incentives that RAPs provide for employers.
There are many resources available in Maine to reduce the cost of developing an apprenticeship and to offset the cost of any included training. Please contact us to discuss what resources may be applicable to your effort, but a great place to start is by joining the Maine Community College Workforce Development Compact.
Kate Howell, Director of Workforce Partnerships, is also available to provide tools, support, and mentorship to businesses looking to start or build a program. Kate is a SHRM Certified Senior Professional who has a background in Human Resources. She joined the Maine Career Catalyst team from one of our industry partners where she grew a successful national University Relations and Recruiting program. Kate and the team can also provide confidential problem solving to those in need during the program, and connect you with other resources as needed.