Businesses Encouraged to Apply for Funding For Export Intern Training
News Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 8, 2021
NORTHWEST LOWER, MI – Finding time to develop new export markets is a challenge for many small businesses. The Michigan Economic Development Corporation’s (MEDC) International Trade and Development Internship Program is designed to help companies overcome that challenge by matching them to highly motivated student interns. The internship program, held in coordination with MSU International Business Center, is now accepting company registrations through December 3, 2021.
MEDC’s International Trade and Development Internship Program supports exporters with university student recruitment, training, and wage reimbursement so companies can better focus on export expansion. Companies statewide that are dedicated to increasing export sales are invited to apply to the program which provides 50% reimbursement of student wages, up to $3,600. The program features a coinciding training component to bolster internship outcomes for both companies and students.
More information about the program and the online application can be found at nwm.org/TradeIntern.
The Networks Northwest team did a great job to help the City of Charlevoix and Charlevoix Township collaborate in addressing housing challenges in our community. They facilitated dialogue with Planning Commissioners, community stakeholders, and municipal officials to develop a plan for cohesive zoning in areas of growth for our two governments. Further, they were able to pinpoint the challenges in each unit and propose changes that would be beneficial all around. Together, we believe we'll be better prepared for housing developments and job growth in our region. We look forward to working with them on future projects!
- Mark Haydlauff, City Manager, Charlevoix