ShineU is more than just an internship

This internship offers participants a deep-dive into the world of business. It’s the perfect place for budding entrepreneurs to hone their skills, learn from experienced professionals, and make valuable industry connections.

Designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of business operations.

Participants receive practical exposure and get to work on real-life projects, equipping them with invaluable skills and insights. They also get the chance to interact with industry professionals and gain first-hand knowledge about the industry.

Through our experiences with our pioneering ShineU program and our routine interactions, we have identified a significant gap in the readiness of young adults for the professional business world. This lack of preparation is not simply about understanding the basics of business, but also about the ability to navigate the intricacies and challenges that come with it.

To address this, we have developed the ShineU program, a comprehensive initiative that seeks to equip young adults with essential business skills and knowledge.

The program:

  • Acts as a valuable supplement to academic learning. By integrating practical business learning with academic knowledge, we ensure that our participants are well-rounded and capable of applying theoretical concepts in real-world scenarios.
  • Focuses on financial literacy and technology. In today’s digital age, understanding technology and financial literacy is critical. Our program emphasizes these areas, ensuring our participants are equipped to handle the financial and technological aspects of running a business.
  • Includes professional development. Our program is not just about learning but also about growing as professionals. We include professional development components to help our participants evolve into competent business professionals.

  • Teaches golf and its networking benefits. Golf is more than just a sport; it’s a networking tool. Our program includes golf lessons, teaching participants how to leverage the sport for business networking opportunities.
  • Offers experience with the largest global franchise brand. We believe in learning from the best. Our participants get a chance to gain experience with the largest global franchise brand, providing them with invaluable insights and learnings.
  • Provides a stipend and for-credit experience. To further support our participants, we provide a stipend and for-credit experience, subject to consultation with the department leader or college counselor.

“Our ShineU  program is more than just a program – it’s a stepping stone toward a successful business career.”

Danesha Smith, Founder & CEO