Why Interns Might Be the Best Investment Your Company Can Make

Most startups think interns are a luxury, something to explore “someday.” But what if they’re the key to your next growth spurt?In this episode, Jesse Chor talks with Sabih Bin Wasi, CEO of Stellic, about how smart internship programs can power real growth, innovation, and leadership development—even in early-stage companies. Whether you’re building a team or growing a business, this one’s for you. Sabih shares the story of how Stellic grew from a college project into a fast-growing education tech platform—and how interns have been there since day one. From bringing energy and fresh ideas to creating a direct pipeline of top talent, internships can do way more than just check a box.We break down:🔹 Why hiring interns is worth the time (especially for startups)🔹 How to design an internship program that actually works🔹 Why in-person internships create stronger teams🔹 How great interns can become your next great leaders🔹 What non-tech companies get wrong about internships🔹 Advice for students to stand out and land their dream roleWhether you’re a founder, a hiring manager, or a student looking for career advice, this episode is packed with real-world insights and stories—from Microsoft co-op shirts to how an intern became Stellic’s CTO.🛠️ If you care about building a future-focused team, this one’s for you.🎙️ Brought to you byTANDA – Empowering frontline teams through better scheduling, onboarding, and performance tools. www.tanda.io🔗 Where to find SabihLinkedIn:   / sabihbinwasi  Stellic: https://www.stellic.com/🔗 Where to find JesseLinkedIn:   / jessechor  Instagram:   / jessechor  X: https://x.com/jessechorFacebook:   / jesse.chor  Threads: https://www.threads.net/@jessechorLinktree: https://linktr.ee/jessechor🎉 Shoutout of the WeekShoutout to Waterloo’s co-op program—a powerhouse of future talent that’s helped launch countless careers (and startups like Stellic!). Canada’s student game is strong. Learn more at https://uwaterloo.ca/future-students/#InternshipPrograms #StartupCulture #StudentTalent #LeadershipDevelopment #EarlyCareer #FrontlineFuture #HiringTips #OnboardingDoneRight #CoOpLife #WorkplaceInnovation #UnlockedPotentialPodcast #Stellic