TWC Highlights Internship Resources on National Intern Day
Jul 30, 2026
Texas Workforce Commission
AUSTIN – Today, the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is celebrating July 30 as National Intern Day by encouraging students and employers to explore work-based learning opportunities. Programs like the Texas Intern Network (TIN) showcase how internships help people grow professionally and contribute to a stronger workforce.
- Texas Intern Network is a free, modernized platform that is Texas’ one-stop shop for internships. The site offers paid and academic credit internship opportunities around the state.
- TIN Conference Series connects interns and Texas employers across the state through virtual and in-person events. Nearly 3,400 interns have registered for the conference series since 2022. Learn more about Texas Internship Network events here.
“Internships are one of the strongest investments we can make in the workforce of tomorrow,” said TWC Chairman Joe Esparza and former intern. “By creating work-based learning opportunities, we’re giving students the competitive edge they need to enter the workforce with the skills and experience employers are looking for.”
TexasInternNetwork.com offers new, AI-powered interview prep and resume tools to prepare students for every stage of the hiring process. Users can refine their interview skills through AI feedback, expert-led video lessons, a realistic interview simulator, and interview coaching opportunities.
“Internships should be an accessible stepping stone for all Texans, which is why the Texas Intern Network focuses on paid opportunities that allow students to earn while they learn,” said TWC Commissioner Representing Labor Alberto Treviño III. “By combining these real-world experiences with our new AI-powered resume and interview tools, we are ensuring every student—regardless of their background—has the resources to build a professional foundation and succeed in our state’s booming economy.”
Texas Intern Network was created as a result of a long-standing commitment to intern initiatives since the original Tri-Agency recommendation made to Governor Greg Abbott in 2016. This initiative includes the collective efforts of TWC, the Texas Education Agency, and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB).
“Connecting Texas employers with tomorrow’s talent is essential for a thriving economy,” said TWC Commissioner Representing the Public Brent Connett. “The Texas Intern Network provides businesses a statewide platform to increase their visibility, tap into fresh perspectives, and build a motivated talent pipeline to meet their staffing needs.”
This year, TWC awarded eight grants totaling more than $1.3 million to local workforce development boards (Boards) through the Texas Internship Initiative (TII). The Boards will use these grants to support local partnerships that foster new, paid internship opportunities for students, recent college graduates, and transitioning service members. This initiative prepares young Texans for careers in healthcare, advanced manufacturing, information technology, education, and other targeted sectors.
Interns, employers gather for Texas Intern Network conference at Austin Community College's Highland Campus in April 2026.
