SPARK Apprenticeship: Preparing Biotech Workforce
1 to 2 year, paid, part-time program.
Students are matched with a startup company to work on projects that directly impacts and accelerates the commercialization of a product.
Provide real-world, hands-on training and research experience to build essential technical laboratory and data analysis skills.
Professional development workshops and seminars on topics such as time management, communication and leadership quality.
Partnership with academia, industry, and local startup companies to provide robust career exploration, mentorship, and opportunities for employment
Educating and training underserved talents for biotech industry.
Connecting underrepresented talents with career opportunities and employment in biotech industry.
Establishing a network of diverse mentors to develop a foundation for DE&I initiative for biotech industry.
A 10-week intensive program that educates STEAM & Business students on becoming entrepreneurs.
Business and product development workshops Network and mentorship opportunity with industry professionals.
Education on financials and key market metrics.