Dear Chamber Members,

Is your business hosting or considering hosting an intern this summer?  Join us tomorrow for what promises to be an engaging and practical discussion: “Building High-Impact Internship Programs: A Practical Solution for Small Businesses.”

Wendy Carpenter and Tim Thomas of the Griffiss Institute will be joining us to share insights, strategies, and real-world approaches to creating internship programs that deliver meaningful value—for both your business and your interns.

Event Details:
📅 Tuesday, April 28th
🕣 8:30 AM
📍 Chamber Offices- 118 Columbia Street, Utica, NY

Whether you’re looking to start an internship program or improve an existing one, this session will offer valuable takeaways you can put into action right away

We will also be sharing information on our What’s Upstate Interns! summer programming designed to showcase the benefits of living in Upstate NY!

What’s Upstate is a regional initiative focused on elevating the story of the Mohawk Valley as a place to live, work, and thrive. Rooted in authenticity and community pride, it highlights the people, opportunities, and lifestyle that make this part of Upstate New York uniquely appealing.

With a strong sense of community, accessible cost of living, and growing opportunities across sectors like manufacturing, healthcare, education, entrepreneurship, and the creative economy, the Mohawk Valley offers a path for individuals at every stage-whether building a career, starting a business, or settling into homeownership.

Through collaboration with local organizations, employers, and community leaders, What’s Upstate connects people to the region’s assets while telling a more complete, modern story of the Mohawk Valley. It’s about showcasing real experiences, real opportunity, and why more people are choosing to build their future here.

If you’re unable to attend in person, you can still join us virtually:

WebEx Link:
https://greateruticachamberofcommerce.webex.com/meet/kpuleo

Kari