UMD to allocate $2.5M grant toward paid student internships

UMD to allocate $2.5M grant toward paid student internships

DULUTH — Internships have long been a regular part of the college experience — and sometimes even a requirement for students. While these opportunities can act as a stepping stone to help students transition from classrooms to real-world jobs while gaining practical industry knowledge, there remains a divide in how students are compensated; some internships come with an actual wage, and some provide only college credit or “useful experience.” “I…