YouTern

YouTern connects college students and graduates with entrepreneurial-driven companies through internships in highly motivated, creative work environments. By merging traditional recruiting knowledge with Web 2.0 technologies, YouTern ensures that those entering today’s competitive workforce will gain an edge through essential career experience. At the same time, YouTern provides the start-up community with exceptional, passionate talent.

Mark Babbitt, Founder & Chief Executive Officer

Mark founded YouTern in 2009. Prior to a decade of experience in online recruiting, he was CEO of a Silicon Valley marketing firm. RegionalHelpWanted.com, Mark’s first experience with an online recruiting firm, sold for $105M in 2008.

Joe Gagliano, VP of Marketing

A 10-year veteran manager of Internet startup companies, Joe was Marketing Director for WorkMetro, a network of local employment websites. Joe was also Research Manager of Business.com, sold to R. H. Donnelley in 2007 for $345M.

Using exclusive matching technologies, YouTern compares the skill set and aspirations of the intern with the specific needs of each startup business – think eHarmony.com for interns and employers.

By leveraging social networking platforms, YouTern supports effective communication between candidate and entrepreneurial employer – creating the best possible opportunity for a mutually beneficial partnership.