Maximizing Potential: Our Journey with Drupal Internships at QED42

This talk explores the strategic benefits and challenges of implementing a Drupal internship program at the organizational level. The speaker, Jay Kandari from QED42, covers the entire lifecycle of an internship program, including identifying organizational requirements, sourcing interns in a competitive landscape, refining the hiring process, and developing a robust training structure tailored to the complexities of Drupal. Additionally, the session emphasizes the importance of thorough evaluation processes that can lead to full-time employment, highlighting how such programs can cultivate new talent and enhance the Drupal community while addressing the current talent gap. Attendees will gain actionable insights from QED42's experiences, showcasing successful methodologies for integrating interns into a productive team.