{"id":785,"date":"2025-08-26T11:26:26","date_gmt":"2025-08-26T15:26:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.dev.www.purdue.edu\/academics\/ogsps\/professional-development\/?page_id=785"},"modified":"2025-10-23T15:01:35","modified_gmt":"2025-10-23T19:01:35","slug":"a2i-industry-partners","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/academics\/ogsps\/professional-development\/a2i-industry-partners\/","title":{"rendered":"A2i Industry Partners"},"content":{"rendered":"<div  class=\"purdue-home-cta-banner purdue-home-teritary-hero \">\n        <div class=\"section has-black-background has-padding-top-large has-padding-bottom-large \">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <h1 class=\"second-level-page-heading purdue-home-teritary-hero__header\">A2i Industry Partners<\/h1>\n            <div class=\"purdue-home-teritary-hero__content\">\n                \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div  class=\"section has-padding-bottom-large  page-layout-wide\">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n                \n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns page-layout-columns columns is-multiline is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column is-one-quarter-desktop is-full-tablet is-full-mobile page-layout-sidebar is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">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.<\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div  class=\"section has-black-background  page-layout-wide\">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n                \n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns page-layout-columns columns is-multiline is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column is-one-quarter-desktop is-full-tablet is-full-mobile page-layout-sidebar is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-dust-gold-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f33f43fa83af874669e6595d1db374c7\">Why Partner with A2i?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-black-background has-padding-top-small has-padding-bottom-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion has-no-topborder\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-83493856-2daf-4573-b7d2-730a8e03e031\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-83493856-2daf-4573-b7d2-730a8e03e031\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Access to Top Talent<\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-83493856-2daf-4573-b7d2-730a8e03e031\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">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.<br><\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-black-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion has-no-topborder\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-e79a47f3-6f5a-43b1-a609-6cb884355b07\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-e79a47f3-6f5a-43b1-a609-6cb884355b07\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Drive Innovation<\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-e79a47f3-6f5a-43b1-a609-6cb884355b07\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">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&amp;D efforts, bring fresh ideas, and drive innovation within your company<br><\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-black-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion has-no-topborder\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-f2c205eb-677b-43d3-8ded-59d23ab609d5\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-f2c205eb-677b-43d3-8ded-59d23ab609d5\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Strengthen Your Workforce<\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-f2c205eb-677b-43d3-8ded-59d23ab609d5\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">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.<br><\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-black-background has-padding-top-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion has-no-bottomborder has-no-topborder\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-3809fe68-118c-4913-952b-1a0e63d4cd15\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-3809fe68-118c-4913-952b-1a0e63d4cd15\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Enhance Corporate Visibility<\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-3809fe68-118c-4913-952b-1a0e63d4cd15\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">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.<br><\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div  class=\"section has-gray-background has-padding-bottom-large  page-layout-wide\">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n                \n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns page-layout-columns columns is-multiline is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column is-one-quarter-desktop is-full-tablet is-full-mobile page-layout-sidebar is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-aged-gold-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b798af83f13e765add6ade620920a089\">Key Components of the A2i Program<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-gray-background has-padding-top-small has-padding-bottom-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion has-no-topborder\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-40ae6257-8695-4370-acf3-5c478f5bf929\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-40ae6257-8695-4370-acf3-5c478f5bf929\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Industry Immersion<\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-40ae6257-8695-4370-acf3-5c478f5bf929\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Host virtual or in-person site visits to give participants a firsthand look at your company\u2019s 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.<br><\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-gray-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion has-no-topborder\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-24a302d9-8f09-4558-8fc0-7566528d9b3a\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-24a302d9-8f09-4558-8fc0-7566528d9b3a\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Project-based Learning<\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-24a302d9-8f09-4558-8fc0-7566528d9b3a\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">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.<br><\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-gray-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion has-no-topborder\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-1596d48a-01e1-467f-8fb3-9313d70c7933\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-1596d48a-01e1-467f-8fb3-9313d70c7933\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Mentorship &amp; Coaching<\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-1596d48a-01e1-467f-8fb3-9313d70c7933\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Offer mentorship to graduate students and postdocs, providing them with valuable guidance and building relationships that can lead to future employment opportunities.<br><\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-gray-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion has-no-bottomborder has-no-topborder\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-2ebae9a8-1a40-44fe-abae-9eb9252ce030\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-2ebae9a8-1a40-44fe-abae-9eb9252ce030\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Professional Development Workshops<\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-2ebae9a8-1a40-44fe-abae-9eb9252ce030\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Collaborate on workshops that address industry-relevant skills and topics. Contribute your expertise and insights while identifying talent that aligns with your organizational needs.<br><\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div  class=\"section \">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n                \n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns page-layout-columns columns is-multiline is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column is-one-quarter-desktop is-full-tablet is-full-mobile page-layout-sidebar is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get Involved<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ready to harness the power of academic collaboration and secure top talent for your organization? Explore partnership opportunities below and contact us at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:loy2@purdue.edu\">loy2@purdue.edu<\/a>&nbsp;to get started!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-aged-gold-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-508f3de842daa717354fbc6e96542e98\">A2i Partner Membership Packages<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Elite<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Workshops (6) Job Search Strategies or Interview Techniques and Application Writing \u2013 (2) Fall, (2) Spring, (2) Summer<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Industry Immersion Featured Partner\u2013 Full-Day Participation (Presentation, Leadership Lunch, Workshop)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Industry Immersion Career Fair Table<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Company Site Visit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A2i Cohort Bio Sketch Booklet &amp; Electronic Resumes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Internship Advertisement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Micro Internship<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Premier&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Workshops (3) Job Search Strategies or Interview Techniques and Application Writing \u2013 Spring, Summer, Fall<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Industry Immersion \u2013 Half-Day Participation (Morning or Afternoon Session)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Industry Immersion Career Fair Table<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Company Site Visit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A2i Cohort Bio Sketch Booklet &amp; Electronic Resumes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Internship Advertisement<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Associate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Workshops (2) Job Search Strategies or Interview Techniques and Application Writing \u2013 Spring, Fall<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Industry Immersion \u2013 Half-Day Participation (Morning or Afternoon Session)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Company Site Visit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A2i Cohort Bio Sketch Booklet &amp; Electronic Resumes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Basic<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Workshops (2) Job Search Strategies or Interview Techniques and Application Writing \u2013 Spring, Fall<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Industry Immersion \u2013 Half-Day Participation (Morning or Afternoon Session)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><br><\/strong><br><\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div  class=\"section has-gray-background has-padding-top-small has-padding-bottom-large  page-layout-wide\">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n                \n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns page-layout-columns columns is-multiline is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column is-one-quarter-desktop is-full-tablet is-full-mobile page-layout-sidebar is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contact Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Professional Development Office<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Physical\/ Mailing Address:<br>Earnest C. 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