A Look Into Gildan’s Internship Program: Meet Seven Summer Interns of 2024
Gildan Activewear's summer internship program welcomed over 30 interns across offices in Canada, Barbados, and the United States in 2024. The program offers opportunities for students and recent graduates to support various functions, develop skills with experienced mentors, and network with professionals. Shannon Preston, Vice-President of Human Resources, emphasizes the program's role in inspiring responsible future leaders.
Seven interns shared their experiences, highlighting diverse projects and learning opportunities. Interns worked in areas such as Customer Service, SOX Compliance, Corporate Marketing and Communications, Legal, Human Resources, and Digital Marketing. They valued the chance to take ownership of projects, collaborate with different departments, and gain insights from company leaders. The program included activities like lunch and learns, workshops, and the celebration of Gildan's 40th anniversary.
Il programma di stage estivo di Gildan Activewear ha accolto oltre 30 tirocinanti negli uffici in Canada, Barbados e Stati Uniti nel 2024. Il programma offre opportunità per studenti e neolaureati per supportare varie funzioni, sviluppare competenze con mentori esperti e creare una rete di contatti con professionisti. Shannon Preston, Vicepresidente delle Risorse Umane, sottolinea il ruolo del programma nell'ispirare futuri leader responsabili.
Sette tirocinanti hanno condiviso le loro esperienze, evidenziando progetti diversi e opportunità di apprendimento. I tirocinanti hanno lavorato in aree come Servizio Clienti, Conformità SOX, Marketing e Comunicazioni Aziendali, Legale, Risorse Umane e Marketing Digitale. Hanno apprezzato la possibilità di assumere responsabilità su progetti, collaborare con diversi dipartimenti e ottenere intuizioni dai leader dell'azienda. Il programma ha incluso attività come pranzi con approfondimenti, workshop e la celebrazione del 40° anniversario di Gildan.
El programa de prácticas de verano de Gildan Activewear recibió a más de 30 pasantes en oficinas de Canadá, Barbados y Estados Unidos en 2024. El programa ofrece oportunidades para estudiantes y recién graduados para apoyar diversas funciones, desarrollar habilidades con mentores experimentados y hacer contactos con profesionales. Shannon Preston, Vicepresidenta de Recursos Humanos, enfatiza el papel del programa en inspirar a futuros líderes responsables.
Siete pasantes compartieron sus experiencias, destacando proyectos diversos y oportunidades de aprendizaje. Los pasantes trabajaron en áreas como Servicio al Cliente, Cumplimiento SOX, Marketing y Comunicaciones Corporativas, Legal, Recursos Humanos y Marketing Digital. Valoran la posibilidad de asumir la responsabilidad de proyectos, colaborar con diferentes departamentos y obtener conocimientos de los líderes de la empresa. El programa incluyó actividades como almuerzos informativos, talleres y la celebración del 40 aniversario de Gildan.
길단 액티브웨어의 여름 인턴십 프로그램은 2024년 30명 이상의 인턴을 캐나다, 바베이도스, 미국 오피스에서 환영했습니다. 이 프로그램은 학생들과 최근 졸업생들에게 여러 기능을 지원하고, 경험 있는 멘토와 함께 기술을 개발하며, 전문가와 네트워킹할 수 있는 기회를 제공합니다. 인사부 부사장인 샤넌 프레스터는 프로그램이 책임 있는 미래의 리더를 영감을 주는 역할을 강조합니다.
일곱 명의 인턴들이 그들의 경험을 공유하며 다양한 프로젝트와 학습 기회를 강조했습니다. 인턴들은 고객 서비스, SOX 준수, 기업 마케팅 및 커뮤니케이션, 법률, 인사 및 디지털 마케팅과 같은 분야에서 근무했습니다. 그들은 프로젝트에 대한 주인의식을 가지며, 다양한 부서와 협력하고 회사 리더들로부터 통찰을 얻는 기회를 소중히 여겼습니다. 이 프로그램은 점심과 학습 세션, 워크숍 및 길단의 40주년 기념 축하 행사와 같은 활동을 포함했습니다.
Le programme de stages d'été de Gildan Activewear a accueilli plus de 30 stagiaires dans des bureaux situés au Canada, à la Barbade et aux États-Unis en 2024. Le programme offre aux étudiants et récents diplômés des opportunités de soutenir diverses fonctions, de développer des compétences avec des mentors expérimentés et de réseauter avec des professionnels. Shannon Preston, vice-présidente des ressources humaines, souligne le rôle du programme dans l'inspiration de futurs leaders responsables.
Sept stagiaires ont partagé leurs expériences, mettant en avant des projets divers et des opportunités d'apprentissage. Les stagiaires ont travaillé dans des domaines tels que le service client, la conformité SOX, le marketing et les communications d'entreprise, le droit, les ressources humaines et le marketing numérique. Ils ont apprécié la chance de prendre en main des projets, de collaborer avec différents départements et d'apprendre des responsables de l'entreprise. Le programme a inclus des activités telles que des déjeuners-connaissances, des ateliers et la célébration du 40e anniversaire de Gildan.
Das Sommerpraktikumsprogramm von Gildan Activewear begrüßte 2024 über 30 Praktikanten in Büros in K Kanada, Barbados und den Vereinigten Staaten. Das Programm bietet Studierenden und Absolventen die Möglichkeit, verschiedene Funktionen zu unterstützen, Fähigkeiten mit erfahrenen Mentoren zu entwickeln und Kontakte zu Fachleuten zu knüpfen. Shannon Preston, Vizepräsidentin für Personalwesen, betont die Rolle des Programms bei der Inspiration verantwortungsbewusster zukünftiger Führungspersönlichkeiten.
Sieben Praktikanten teilten ihre Erfahrungen und hoben vielfältige Projekte und Lernmöglichkeiten hervor. Die Praktikanten arbeiteten in Bereichen wie Kundenservice, SOX-Compliance, Unternehmensmarketing und Kommunikation, Recht, Personalwesen und digitales Marketing. Sie schätzten die Möglichkeit, Verantwortung für Projekte zu übernehmen, mit verschiedenen Abteilungen zu kooperieren und Einblicke von Unternehmensleitern zu gewinnen. Das Programm umfasste Aktivitäten wie Lunch and Learn, Workshops und die Feier des 40. Jubiläums von Gildan.
- Gildan's internship program provides valuable experience across multiple departments
- The program offers networking opportunities with company leaders and professionals
- Interns are given ownership of projects, contributing to the company's operations
- The internship helps in developing both technical and soft skills for future careers
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Every year, Gildan's summer internship program invites aspiring students and recent graduates to go beyond the simple t-shirt and discover the full breadth and scale of the organization. This year, Gildan welcomed over 30 interns across offices in Canada, Barbados, and the United States, providing them with opportunities to support various functions, hone their skills with experienced mentors, and network with professionals from the various regions where Gildan operates.
"Our summer internship program is a great chance to introduce Gildan to passionate students," says Shannon Preston, Vice-President of Human Resources at Gildan. "Moreover, it is an opportunity for us to inspire responsible and strong leaders of tomorrow, both for Gildan and beyond."
We asked some interns about their experience with the program and interesting things they learned along the way. Here's what they had to say:
On why they chose Gildan:
"I first heard about the internship program from a past Gildan intern and was impressed by his experience. Upon doing some further research, I learned about Gildan's commitment to producing apparel responsibly, and knew that this was the kind of company I wanted to work for.
Imagine my excitement when I learned that there was a Customer Service internship opening for the 2024 season. It was the perfect opportunity for me to combine my passion for speaking with people with my degree in tourism and hospitality. This role offered me the chance to gain some practical experience and test my customer service skills in a global company stationed across multiple regions."
- Kecia Alleyne, Customer Service Intern
On what surprised them about Gildan:
"I hadn't fully grasped the breadth of Gildan. It was only when I began working in the SOX Compliance team and collaborating with different stakeholders from across the Company that I realized the true scale of the organization.
Throughout my internship, I had the chance to understand the work of many different departments, including external reporting, commodities, and treasury. Also, the internship cohort itself consisted of people from HR, Communications, Legal, etc., exposing me to multiple roles.
Eventually, I began to see the bigger picture. I realized that there's so much that goes into making a company like Gildan, and so much that goes into making a simple t-shirt!"
- Sergio Henao, Corporate Accounting Intern
On the most rewarding part of the internship:
"I worked on many projects this summer - from writing long-form articles and creating marketing brochures, to working on social media content and updating our websites. What was really rewarding for me was taking ownership of these projects from inception to closure.
I also had the opportunity to work with stakeholders from across Gildan and build meaningful connections with marketing and communications professionals, all the while gathering valuable feedback on my projects. It was incredibly rewarding to see my projects evolve from the very beginning to the end, ultimately contributing to shaping Gildan's narrative."
- Gabrielle Webb, Corporate Marketing and Communications Intern
On their key takeaways from this experience:
"From technical and professional skills, to building meaningful relationships, there are so many things I have gained. In law school, I often read many court cases and doctrinal writings, but it was a completely different experience to see how law plays a role in real life.
But more than technical skills and knowledge, my biggest takeaway is the relationships I built here. From the get-go, my supervisors and colleagues created a welcoming and supportive atmosphere, making me feel like a valuable addition to the group. I always felt comfortable asking questions, presenting my opinions, and even discussing my career progression. It was a pleasure getting to know the team and I know these relationships will go far beyond my internship here."
- Xuan He, Legal Intern
On their most memorable moment:
"There were so many! The HR team had planned many exciting activities for us, including lunch and learns with leaders, personal branding and LinkedIn workshops, and we even got to celebrate the Company's 40th anniversary.
But if I had to pick, I'd choose the two lunch and learn events we had with Chuck Ward, President of Sales, Marketing, and Distribution, and Rhodri Harries, Executive Vice-President Chief Financial and Administrative Officer at Gildan. It was incredibly exciting to learn about their diverse career journeys and have the opportunity to ask them questions. Their stories gave me a lot of perspective and helped me see my own career as ever-changing and evolving."
- Adara Mohammed, Human Resources Intern
On their favourite project:
"One of my favourite projects this summer was creating playbooks for Gildan's HR processes. This project involved a lot of research and collaboration with stakeholders, and after weeks of work, it is very satisfying to know that these documents will act as useful resources for Gildan's HR teams.
But what I truly loved most about this internship was the dual role I often played - I was both an intern and was heavily involved in supporting the local Montreal internship program. For instance, I helped organize many of the lunch and learn events, while attending them myself too. This dual perspective really helped me glean into the nature of HR, preparing me for my future as an HR professional."
- Gabrielle Boulanger, Human Resources Intern
On advice for someone considering an internship at Gildan:
"To anyone considering applying for the internship program at Gildan, I'd say, ‘go for it!' As a student from Jamaica applying for an internship in Barbados, I wasn't sure what my chances were of being accepted to the program. And yet, here I am! Over the last two months, I've built long-lasting professional relationships and enhanced my skills in digital marketing which has been a huge value addition to my professional journey.
So, take it from me - apply, because it is an enriching experience to work at a global company alongside encouraging mentors and a passionate group of interns."
- Shian Scarlett, Digital Marketing Intern
Find out more about Gildan's summer internship program here.
A Look Into Gildan's Internship Program: Meet Seven Summer Interns of 2024
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