This summer, the Metro Atlanta Chamber (MAC) hosted ATL Interns After 5, an initiative designed to connect students with career opportunities and each other in metro Atlanta. The program included a series of events at venues such as World of Coca-Cola, TK Elevator, and Your 3rd Spot, as well as smaller gatherings at local businesses like Bluetop Chamblee, Ladybird, and Mutation Brewing.
Interns participated in virtual lunch-and-learn sessions that focused on professional development topics including interview etiquette and LinkedIn optimization. They also learned about the Georgia Intern App, a digital platform developed by MAC to link students with regional career opportunities.
The 2025 edition saw participation from more than 1,900 interns representing 243 colleges nationwide. According to data collected by MAC, nearly 88.4% of these interns plan to start their careers in the metro Atlanta area.
“ATL Interns After 5 continues to highlight why metro Atlanta is a top choice for emerging talent,” said Katie Kirkpatrick, President and CEO of the Metro Atlanta Chamber. “This summer, we welcomed more than 1,900 interns. With 88% planning to launch their careers in the region, it’s clear this initiative is connecting the next generation of professionals with the opportunities and community that make metro Atlanta a place where careers and lives can truly flourish.”
ATL Interns After 5 is part of MAC’s broader workforce strategy aimed at attracting top students and supporting economic mobility throughout the region. The chamber has stated its ongoing commitment to developing talent pipelines that benefit both young professionals and the wider community.
