Ignite Internship Expansion

Ignite Internship Expansion ​
United Way of Southwest Virginia ​

Goal: Facilitate regional collaboration between schools and employers to equip and retain the next generation of local workforce.​
Target Industry Cluster(s): All (Advanced Materials Manufacturing; IT, Engineering Services, &Emerging Technology; Life Sciences & Biotechnology; Manufacturing for Transportation, Energy, & Autonomy) ​
Investment Strategy: Workforce Development​
Grant Type: Implementation
Grant Period: 2019-2021​
Achieved Outcomes:​
    • 6 sites for interns established​
    • 12 student internships completed​
    • 4 high schools received credential study​
    • 12 CTE Center Ignite coordinators trained​
    • 620 students reached by occupational and industry awareness/outreach​
GO Virginia Funding: $99,406
Subregion: New River Valley