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Corporate Connections & Partnerships

Aligning for shared success

Penn State Graduate School recognizes the value partnerships with corporations, companies, and organizations can bring to our graduate students and alumni. These relationships result in mutual successes and long-lasting benefits to everyone.

Why Partner?

Student & Alumni Benefits

Partnerships benefit current graduate students and alumni by providing opportunities for:

  • internships

  • research collaborations

  • mentoring

  • network connections

  • employment

  • career advancement

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Partner Benefits

Our partnering companies benefit from connecting with and recruiting Penn State Graduate School students and alumni who can offer cutting-edge expertise, innovative thinking, and a dedication to Penn State Values. When companies and organizations connect with our graduates, they see benefits like:

  • organizational growth

  • diversification of teams

  • higher retention rates

  • new ideas and innovations

Penn State Values

Penn State Graduate School students and alumni uphold the Penn State Values learned during their academic career at Penn State and bring these values with them into the workforce.

  • Integrity

  • Respect

  • Responsibility

  • Discovery

  • Excellence

  • Community

Ways to Partner

Alumni & External Relations Staff

Connect with our helpful staff who are here to answer your questions and help your company or organization find a tailored partnership with Penn State Graduate School.

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Lisa Carper

  • Assistant Director, Alumni Events and Stewardship
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Heidi Dorefice

  • Event Coordinator
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Jennifer Theiss

  • Director, Alumni and External Relations