A2i Industry Partners
Accelerate to Industry (A2i) is a career development program designed to prepare graduate students and postdoctoral scholars for successful careers in industry. A2i bridges the gap between academia and industry by connecting Boilermakers with industry professionals to cultivate essential skills and connections. Through this program, industry partners can recruit talented graduate students and postdoctoral scholars and guide their career development.
Why Partner with A2i?
A2i connects you with a diverse group of highly trained graduate students and postdocs who are eager to apply their knowledge and skills to real-world challenges.
Collaborating with A2i allows your organization to tap into cutting-edge research and innovative thinking. Engage with emerging experts who can contribute to your R&D efforts, bring fresh ideas, and drive innovation within your company
By participating in A2i, you can identify and nurture potential employees who are already well-prepared for industry roles. This minimizes onboarding time and helps ensure seamless integration into your established teams.
Showcase your company as a leader in fostering academic-industry collaboration. Enhance your corporate visibility within the academic community and position your organization as an employer of choice for top-tier talent.
Key Components of the A2i Program
Host virtual or in-person site visits to give participants a firsthand look at your company’s operations and culture. Engage with potential recruits at our annual networking lunch, and highlight the exciting career opportunities within your organization at our career fair.
Partner with students on collaborative projects that address real-world challenges faced by your company. Benefit from their academic knowledge and innovative approaches while assessing their potential as future employees.
Offer mentorship to graduate students and postdocs, providing them with valuable guidance and building relationships that can lead to future employment opportunities.
Collaborate on workshops that address industry-relevant skills and topics. Contribute your expertise and insights while identifying talent that aligns with your organizational needs.
Get Involved
Ready to harness the power of academic collaboration and secure top talent for your organization? Explore partnership opportunities below and contact us at loy2@purdue.edu to get started!
Elite
Workshops (6) Job Search Strategies or Interview Techniques and Application Writing – (2) Fall, (2) Spring, (2) Summer
- Industry Immersion Featured Partner– Full-Day Participation (Presentation, Leadership Lunch, Workshop)
- Industry Immersion Career Fair Table
- Company Site Visit
- A2i Cohort Bio Sketch Booklet & Electronic Resumes
- Internship Advertisement
- Micro Internship
$11,500
Premier
- Workshops (3) Job Search Strategies or Interview Techniques and Application Writing – Spring, Summer, Fall
- Industry Immersion – Half-Day Participation (Morning or Afternoon Session)
- Industry Immersion Career Fair Table
- Company Site Visit
- A2i Cohort Bio Sketch Booklet & Electronic Resumes
- Internship Advertisement
Associate
- Workshops (2) Job Search Strategies or Interview Techniques and Application Writing – Spring, Fall
- Industry Immersion – Half-Day Participation (Morning or Afternoon Session)
- Company Site Visit
- A2i Cohort Bio Sketch Booklet & Electronic Resumes
$4,500
Basic
- Workshops (2) Job Search Strategies or Interview Techniques and Application Writing – Spring, Fall
- Industry Immersion – Half-Day Participation (Morning or Afternoon Session)
$2,500