AGILE'S INTERN PREP COURSE

This course is a condensed, actionable guide built on the expertise of Robert J. Khoury, co-founder of Agile Rainmakers, and the firsthand experiences of current interns who have completed his high-impact internship program. Designed for students and early professionals, the course will walk you through every stage of the internship journey. You’ll engage in self-reflection exercises to better understand your goals and strengths, learn effective strategies for landing internships, and gain practical tips for making the most of any internship experience. Whether you're just starting out or looking to level up, this course offers the mindset, tools, and insights you need to succeed.

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Meet your instructors

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2025 Agile Interns

Robert Khoury

Meet Rob and the 2025 Agile Intern Team

Rob practices what he teaches

  • Know Yourself and Your Why

    “The most important lesson within this course is the importance of understanding yourself and your interests - this is essential to success in an internship but further in any career“

    - Daniel Wang

  • Building Skills and Landing the Internship

    "Take advantage of any network you have, and speak to as many people as you can. One of the best ways to figure out which career path suits you is by talking to professionals in those fields — see if you connect with their work and experiences."

    - Francesco Visconti

  • Thriving in the Workplace

    "In the workplace, channel your creativity and intelligence into everything you do. Treat your internship as an opportunity to take initiative — use the freedom you have to go above and beyond. Show your manager that you're eager to be part of the team and willing to put in the hard work."

    - Viktor Hrushka

  • Leading with Integrity and Creating Impact

    "True leadership begins with integrity — holding yourself to a high standard of honesty, accountability, and respect — and grows through the impact you create by uplifting others, solving real problems, and driving meaningful change."

    - Julia Mann

Course FAQ

  • It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

  • Rob Khoury is the co-founder and CEO of Agile Rainmakers, a consulting and advisory firm based in Chicago, with over 20 years of experience across trading, private equity, recruiting, and executive leadership. A Princeton and Duke MBA graduate, Rob has built award-winning internship programs, led workshops at top institutions like Princeton University, and authored How to Intern Successfully and Intern Management. His work is grounded in integrity, clear communication, and actionable guidance, earning him praise from interns, professionals, and educators alike. This course reflects Rob’s unique blend of real-world experience and mentorship, offering practical tools and insights you can trust to help you grow, succeed, and make an impact.

  • In addition to Rob’s leadership, this course is co-created by six current Agile Rainmakers interns who bring fresh, firsthand insight into what it takes to land and thrive in an internship today. Their contributions reflect the real-time challenges, strategies, and successes of young professionals navigating early career experiences. Together, their perspectives complement Rob’s seasoned expertise, making this course both grounded in experience and highly relevant for students and early-career interns looking to take the next step with confidence.