returnship
English
Etymology
US 2008, blend of return + internship, surface analysis return + -ship. Early programs include Sara Lee Corporation (October 2008).
Noun
returnship (plural returnships)
- An internship-like program for experienced workers seeking to reenter the workforce after an extended period, particularly in a new line of work.
References
- “‘Returnships’ Offer Path To Jobs For Stay-at-home Moms”, Jill Ryan, WBUR, Here & Now, July 20, 2011
- “The benefits of a returnship: A.k.a internship for the mid-career employee”, Lisa Bowie, Examiner.com, July 10, 2010