The Texas Internship Challenge addresses a workforce need that we hear frequently from employers: students need to acquire workplace readiness skills to be more competitive for the full-time job search. Internships provide students the opportunity to explore our state’s in-demand occupations, gain professional experience, and make connections with professionals which can lead to a reference or a job. Internships provide employers the opportunity to explore talent, benefit from different and developing skill sets, and train candidates for full-time positions.