Well, According to a report from the National Association of Colleges and Employers, about 60 percent of 2011's summer time hires and interns became full-time employees. That is an all-time high. In the current difficult job industry, summer internships are becoming increasingly important as a first foothold onto the professional ladder. It is said that the record high number of hires is likely driven by the poor economy. Once offered a job, few interns are in a position to turn it down. But that same hunger may also drive some interns to excel, prompting more job offers. Anyway, You can find more at: Summer jobs and internships: career gateways.