Registration Open for 2023 Ignite ICR Summer Intern Program

April 13, 2023 |

Are you hosting interns this summer? Join us for Ignite ICR!

Ignite ICR is a program for college students and interns working in the Iowa City-Cedar Rapids (ICR) region. This summer event series gives students the opportunity to meet one another, explore our incredible culture, connect with young professionals, and imagine a future for themselves in ICR. Ignite ICR is hosted by the Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance,  Iowa City Area Development Group, and Marion Economic Development Corporation.

 

2023 SCHEDULE

THURSDAY, JUNE 8TH | 4-6 PM | IGNITE THE SUMMER KICK-OFF PARTY 

NewBo City Market, 1100 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 

We’ll ignite the fire for summer as interns are officially welcomed to the region at NewBo City Market in Cedar Rapids. Activities for the afternoon will include a speed networking event, fun activities, and information about how to make the most of their time in ICR over the summer. 

THURSDAY, JUNE 29TH | 4-6 PM | SPARK YOUR MIND WITH TRIVIA 

Big Grove Brewery and Taproom, 1225 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 

Through a fun and engaging event, interns will gain insight into the diverse industries that drive the Iowa City-Cedar Rapids region. Interns will have a chance to discover all that the ICR Iowa region has to offer and an opportunity to connect with other interns in a fun and interactive way! 

THURSDAY, JULY 20TH | 5-7 PM | STOKE THE FLAMES SEND-OFF PARTY 

Cedar Rapids | Iowa City | Marion 

We are taking a new approach for the final event and will be hosting a community dinner in Cedar Rapids, Marion, and Iowa City. Interns will get to select which location they want to attend – attendance will be limited! Dinner will be provided and interns will have the opportunity to extend their festivities with events happening in each community. 

Register your summer interns for this exciting summer program NOW!