IgniteU’s programs create meaningful connections between education, industry, and community to strengthen New York State’s workforce and economy. Through the IgniteU Fellowship, IgniteU STEAM, and the IgniteU NY Podcast, we help students gain professional experience, expand awareness of career pathways, and connect organizations with the talent, ideas, and conversations that drive innovation and growth. By bringing together learners, educators, employers, and industry leaders, IgniteU builds opportunities that support long-term workforce development and economic success across New York State.
IgniteU Fellowship
The IgniteU Fellowship is a program that connects primarily undergraduate college students with small businesses to provide businesses with support for an identified need and students an opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills to a actual organizational challenge.
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IgniteU STEAM
The NYSTEC STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) program addresses the systemic barriers in STEAM education, particularly within marginalized communities that typically do not seek careers in STEAM, that include a lack of successful programs and exposure to STEAM careers and role models. Through an innovative model, this program collaborates with a consortium of community stakeholders to include students, faculty/teachers, and professionals who will work together to promote STEAM initiatives and programming.
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IgniteU NY Podcast
The IgniteU NY Podcast, powered by NYSTEC, brings together leaders from education, government, industry, nonprofits, workforce development, and economic development to share ideas, experiences, and partnerships moving New York State forward.
Through thoughtful conversations with people working across sectors and regions, the podcast makes important insights more visible, accessible, and actionable for organizations and communities throughout the state.
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