10 Projects You Can Hire Interns To Do
Struggling to find time for everything on your to-do list? Drowning in tasks that could be easily handled by someone with a little guidance?
Hiring an intern might be the perfect solution.
But it’s not just about delegating those tasks you’ve been putting off. An internship is a fantastic opportunity to test-drive potential, identify future talent, and bring fresh perspectives into your company.
Here are 10 projects that are suitable for interns – giving them valuable experience while freeing you up to focus on what matters most.
Social media marketing
Project: Keep your social media buzzing with fresh content! Have your intern create engaging posts (think eye-catching visuals, interactive polls, and short videos) based on your brand guidelines and target audience.
Benefits: Increased brand awareness, better online engagement, and a consistent social media presence.
Skills to look for:
Technical: Basic graphic design skills, familiarity with social media platforms.
Soft Skills: Creativity, communication skills, attention to detail.
Market research & analysis
Project: Give your intern a crash course in market research. Have them analyze your competitors, identify industry trends, or gather customer insights through surveys and online tools.
Benefits: Gain valuable data to inform your business decisions, stay ahead of the competition, and better understand your target market.
Skills to look for:
Technical: Proficiency in spreadsheet software, basic data analysis.
Soft Skills: Analytical thinking, problem-solving, attention to detail.
Lead generation & sales
Project: Boost your sales pipeline! Your intern can help generate leads through online research, email outreach, or even by supporting your sales team with administrative tasks.
Benefits: A steady stream of qualified leads, increased sales opportunities, and a more efficient sales process.
Skills to look for:
Technical: Research, data management, can navigate digital platforms.
Soft Skills: Communication skills, persuasion, persistence.
Video content creator
Project: Video content is king! Have your intern create short, engaging videos for social media, your website, or even internal communication.
Benefits: Boost engagement, increase brand visibility, and connect with your audience in a more dynamic and memorable way.
Skills to look for:
Technical: Basic video editing skills, familiarity with video platforms (YouTube, TikTok).
Soft Skills: Creativity, storytelling ability, attention to detail.
Dashboard development
Project: Task your intern with creating easy-to-understand dashboards that track key metrics for different departments (marketing, sales, etc.).
Benefits: Make data more accessible and actionable for your team, enabling better decision-making across the board.
Skills to look for:
Technical: Proficiency in spreadsheet software (Excel, Google Sheets), data visualization tools (like Tableau or Power BI).
Soft Skills: Analytical skills, attention to detail, ability to present information clearly.
User feedback analysis
Project: Gather and analyze customer feedback from surveys, online reviews, and social media. Your intern can help you identify trends, pain points, and opportunities for improvement.
Benefits: Enhanced customer understanding, improved products and services, and increased customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Skills to look for:
Technical: Basic data analysis, survey creation tools (Google Forms, Survey Monkey).
Soft Skills: Communication skills, empathy, active listening.
Website design & development
Project: Give your website a fresh look! If you're comfortable with an intern tackling this, they can work on updating the design, improving user experience, or even creating new content pages.
Benefits: A more modern, user-friendly website that reflects your brand, attracts new visitors, and drives conversions.
Skills to look for:
Technical: Basic HTML, CSS, and content management system (CMS) knowledge.
Soft Skills: Attention to detail, creativity, a good understanding of user experience.
Event management
Project: From webinars to conferences, interns can provide valuable support in planning, promoting, and executing successful events.
Benefits: Increased brand visibility, lead generation, and stronger relationships within your industry.
Skills to look for:
Technical: Event management, social media marketing, email marketing.
Soft Skills: Organization, communication, problem-solving.
Workflow automation
Project: Identify repetitive tasks that can be automated, and have your intern research and implement tools like Zapier or IFTTT to streamline your workflows.
Benefits: Increased efficiency, reduced manual errors, and more time for your team to focus on strategic initiatives.
Skills to look for:
Technical: Familiarity with automation tools, basic coding knowledge (helpful but not required).
Soft Skills: Problem-solving, analytical thinking, attention to detail.
Data cleaning & management
Project: Clean, organize, and update your customer databases or spreadsheets. This is a great way for interns to gain practical experience while adding immediate value.
Benefits: Improved data accuracy, better-organised systems, and more reliable insights.
Skills to look for:
Technical: Advanced spreadsheet skills, data entry accuracy.
Soft Skills: Attention to detail, organization, ability to follow instructions carefully.
Interns Can Do Way More Than You Think
So, give a talented intern the chance to shine, and you'll be amazed by what they can accomplish and what your team can accomplish with the extra support!
You never know, that intern might just become your next star employee!
Ready to get started? Download our FREE "Internship Project Ideas Template" packed with project ideas to get your intern up and running.
Need help finding these intern? Kabel connects businesses with a pool of talented interns eager to learn and contribute.
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