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Ignite Internship Expansion

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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