Impressed with McMaster University’s HR Management program. Professor Yvone and the team were excellent, and the project was mutually beneficial. My organization has gained valuable insights.

Hello Team 2! First, let me say I sincerely apologize for the delayed feedback, we had a wild end to the year that rolled into the start of this year. I appreciate your patience. Second, WOW. I am supremely impressed with ALL of the groups hard work, attention to detail, critical analyses, and action plans. In regards to Group 2's report, this is my feedback: Group 2 takes a very formal and structured approach; everything throughout the process is very well documented. These approaches are very similar to those we have attempted to take but lack the resources and commitment to see through. The timeline suggests 6 months. I understand that an employee performing well would reach this mark, but we would like to be quick and more decisive about the length of service if they are not progressing. All in all excellent work. We have a TON of work to do, and it prompted me to create this posting... Subject: Request for HR Graduate Interns to Implement Onboarding Enhancements at Apparel Redefined Dear [University HR Chair/Internship Coordinator], I hope this message finds you well. My name is [Your Name], and I am the CEO of Apparel Redefined, a rapidly growing custom apparel company based in Crestwood, IL. We are reaching out to your esteemed HR graduate program with an exciting opportunity for students to gain hands-on, real-world experience in organizational development and employee onboarding. Project Overview During the Fall 2024 semester, we partnered with McMaster University’s Experiential Learning Program to evaluate and improve our new employee onboarding process. Nine teams of students conducted comprehensive Training Needs Analyses (TNA) and provided detailed reports identifying key gaps and recommending enhancements. We are now seeking HR graduate interns or a small team of students to take the next step: implementing these recommendations into a structured, sustainable, and effective onboarding process. Why This Project is a Unique Opportunity Real-World Impact: Interns will work directly with leadership to revamp a critical HR function at a growing company. Resume-Boosting Experience: Interns will design, implement, and evaluate a company-wide onboarding system. Application of HR Theories in Practice: Hands-on experience integrating industry best practices with company-specific needs. Networking and Mentorship: Work closely with executives and operational leaders. Key Project Deliverables Selected interns will be responsible for: Finalizing the Onboarding Program Structure Separating Orientation (Days 1-2) from Onboarding (First 90 Days) Developing structured role-specific training plans Incorporating mentorship and coaching elements Creating Engaging Training Materials Blending online and in-person learning strategies Using micro-learning modules and hands-on training approaches Implementing Feedback & Evaluation Systems Designing 30-60-90 day surveys and structured supervisor check-ins Establishing metrics to measure onboarding success and retention Developing an Onboarding Guide for Future Use Ensuring long-term sustainability of the program Internship Details Duration: [3-6 months, flexible] Location: Hybrid (Remote + On-Site at Apparel Redefined, Crestwood, IL) Compensation: Unpaid, but academic credit may be arranged Mentorship & Support: Direct oversight from CEO and leadership team We are eager to collaborate with motivated HR students who are passionate about making a tangible impact. Please let us know if this opportunity aligns with your program’s internship or experiential learning initiatives. We would love to discuss how we can partner to provide an exceptional learning experience for your students. Looking forward to your response.