This season, our interns are not only spreading cheer — they’re building bright futures! As we celebrate a time of giving, learning, and community, we’re excited to share how our interns are earning their Job Ready Indy badges while preparing for meaningful volunteer opportunities.
🎁 Unwrapping Job Ready Indy
Just like the perfect holiday gift, Job Ready Indy provides interns with tools that keep on giving.
Through this soft-skills training program, they’re developing essential strengths recognized by employers across Indianapolis. Each badge earned is like adding a new ornament to their professional tree — one that shines with confidence, readiness, and real-world ability.
The six festive “badges on the tree” include:
🎀 Mindsets
🎀 Self-Management
🎀 Learning Strategies
🎀 Social Skills
🎀 Workplace Skills
🎀 Launch a Career
Interns complete interactive lessons, videos, and reflections — then wrap it up with an assessment to show they’ve mastered each skill area.
❄️ Spreading Joy Through Volunteering
In the spirit of the season, our interns are also preparing for their next steps in volunteering. With their new skill badges in hand, they’re finding opportunities that match their passions and strengths.
Some plan to support community holiday events, others hope to mentor younger students, and many are excited to bring their energy to local nonprofits. Wherever they choose to serve, they’re carrying the gift of leadership, teamwork, and professionalism with them.
🌟 A Season of Growth & Giving
This festive period isn’t just about lights and celebrations — it’s about growth, gratitude, and giving back.
We’re incredibly proud of our interns for balancing professional development with community impact. Their dedication is the best gift of all, and we can’t wait to see how they continue to shine into the new year.