The Faculty Externship Program is a competitive 2- to 4-week immersive summer experience that provides a pathway for new interactive engagement between ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ's faculty and external partners (corporate and community). The Office of Economic Engagement collaborates with external partners to identify an opportunity, develop a project outline and establish mutually beneficial outcomes. The program can be undertaken virtually, hybrid or in-person.
Benefits for external partners
The unique program adds value to your organization by promoting innovation and collaboration:
Generate innovative ideas for your organization's pressing challenges
Build collaborative relationships with key ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ thought leaders
Shape the perspectives of those teaching your future workforce
Broaden your organization's network
Produce tangible outcomes at an affordable price point (less than $10,000)
Benefits for faculty
The unique program is designed to create opportunities for faculty to:
Develop or expand research programs
Enhance pedagogical approaches in the classroom and provide students with the most up-to-date skills and knowledge
Expand professional networks
Learn more about current issues facing industries and communities
Earn a stipend
Participation timeline
April
Company identifies project and completes request form.