Corporate Tomorrow Makers

Industry connections are the cornerstone of a Penn College education. Thanks to strong partnerships, students enjoy incredible opportunities and organizations get access to top-notch talent. But the possibilities don’t end there. We’re always mapping new ways to support the next generation of industry leaders. Consider your impact and let’s discuss your goals to build a customized plan that yields mutually beneficial outcomes!

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Corporate Relations
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570.320.8020
corporate@pct.edu

Corporate Relations Staff

Our Leadership

“Now more than ever, industry needs Penn College graduates—and more of them—in a wide range of diverse career fields. We rely heavily on our business and industry partners to guide, advise, and counsel us on all matters related to our hands-on academic programs, which empower the next generation of highly skilled professionals entering the nation’s workforce.”

Dr. Michael J. Reed

President

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The Power of Partnership

The Corporate Tomorrow Makers program opens the door to all types of collaboration between Penn College and organizations who share our passion for hands-on learning for in-demand careers. There are a number of ways we can team up - ranging from participation in campus-wide events like the Career Fair to coordinating tool and equipment donations. Here are a few ideas to maximize our relationship.

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ENCOURAGE EXPLORATION OF YOUR INDUSTRY

Host a corporate awareness event for local high schools and CTCs
Host a summer camp for prospective students
Host an industry exploration event (such as Girl Scout STEM Day)
Host an Educator-in-the-Workplace event
Present at local high schools and CTCs
Participate in pre-apprenticeship programs
Serve as a role model/mentor/advocate for prospective students exploring careers in your industry or field
Attend a Penn College Open House or Exploration Day to engage prospective students
Participate in a Penn College Day for Educators
Collaborate with Penn College Admissions for prospective student recruitment
Distribute co-branded materials showcasing career opportunities at your company with a Penn College education
Refer prospective students to Penn College
Promote Penn College through company social media
Encourage Penn College alumni to participate in Alumni Tomorrow Makers

EMPOWER STUDENTS TO PURSUE DEGREES

Establish a recruitment or Legacy scholarship in the company name
Give or loan equipment
Name a learning space
Support a project, program, or student initiative through cash or in-kind gifts
Encourage soft-skills and leadership development by supporting Penn College student organization and athletics' initiatives, facility enhancement, and teams
Sponsor prospective student recruitment events
Provide a toolkit, uniform, books, or other supplies to a Penn College student
Participate in Education Improvement Tax Credit giving to Penn College
Support global experiences and provide opportunities for Penn College students to learn, work, and travel abroad
Engage company employee giving through giving payroll deduction to Penn College
Promote corporate matching gift programs for employees to give to Penn College

ENGAGE WITH PENN COLLEGE STUDENTS

Provide Penn College students with the opportunity to learn and work with your company while obtaining their degree
Serve on advisory boards
Recruit at career fairs
Host information sessions
Host a classroom demonstration
Host field trips to company locations
Post job/internship opportunities on Career Hub
Serve as a role model/mentor/advocate for Penn College students exploring careers in your field
Work with Penn College students for capstone projects
Support career prep opportunities such as mock interviews, etiquette dinner, and networking receptions
Attend a Recruitment Day
Participate in a pop-up recruitment table
Support Penn College Veteran & Military Services to assist veterans, active duty members and their family members to succeed at Penn College

EMPLOY GRADUATES AND INVEST IN YOUR WORKFORCE

Hire graduates into fulfilling, challenging, full-time roles with opportunities for advancement
Develop an enticing summer work/internship program that allows students to work with peers, advances personal and technical skills, and provides benefits leading to full-time employment
Participate in apprenticeships and/or apprenticeship summit
Invest in staff training
Attend professional development workshops
Develop a professional development growth plan for current employees to earn a Penn College online degree
Invest in tuition assistance programs
Offer competitive benefits like relocation packages, signing bonuses, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities to obtain bachelor’s degrees
Encourage a Penn College alumni corporate affinity group
Invest in employee professional development through Innovation Leadership Competency Credential
Engage with the Clean Energy Center or Plastics Innovation & Resource Center for training and project development

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Corporate Tomorrow Makers

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ENCOURAGE EXPLORATION OF YOUR INDUSTRY

EMPOWER STUDENTS TO PURSUE DEGREES

ENGAGE WITH PENN COLLEGE STUDENTS

EMPLOY GRADUATES AND INVEST IN YOUR WORKFORCE

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Partner Profiles

3D Agility

ABICOR BINZEL USA, Inc.

Allan Myers

AME Inc.

Amerikohl Mining, Inc.

Astro Machine Works

B. Braun Medical

Benton Foundry

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Hodrick Realty

Bihler of America

Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships

BWX Technologies

C&N

Cable Services

Central PA Food Bank

Clark Associates, Inc.

Cleveland Brothers CAT

Climatec

CMT Materials

Compass Group

Compass Natural Gas

D4H

DICK'S Sporting Goods

Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers

E-Tech

Earthborne Trucks and Equipment

ELLWOOD

ELSNER Engineering Works, Inc.

Farrington Place

Friends In Action International

Geisinger

GEO Reentry Services

Glick Fire Equipment Company, Inc.

Hershey Entertainment & Resorts

Hunter Truck

Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc.

Jabil Healthcare

James D. Morrissey, Inc.

JEM Group

JENA Engineering, Corporation

Johnson Controls Navy Systems

Kellogg Company

Kenworth of Pennsylvania / Motor Truck Thermo King

Laurel Health Centers

Leer Electric Inc.

Legacy Dental of PA

Leviton Manufacturing Co, Inc.

Lincoln Electric

Lithko Contracting

LIVIC Civil

Lockheed Martin

Lycoming Engines

Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services

Masonite International Corporation

Melink Corporation

Morgan Truck Body LLC

Mowery Construction

Murray Associates Architects, PC

mXtr Automation

Outdoor Illumination & Irrigation Management

Paradise Energy Solutions

Patterson-UTI

Penn Power Group

PennTerra Engineering, Inc.

Penske Truck Leasing

Pier 87 Bar & Grill

PPL Electric Utilities

R-V Industries, Inc.