returnship

English

Etymology

US 2008, blend of return +‎ internship. By surface analysis, return +‎ -ship. Early programs include Sara Lee Corporation (October 2008).

Noun

returnship (plural returnships)

1. 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