Empowering industry through collaboration
At JMU, the College of Integrated Science and Engineering connects industry leaders with talented students and dedicated faculty through our Industry Partner Program—a collaborative effort designed to create real-world impact.
Whether you're part of a Fortune 500 company or a growing local business, becoming a CISE Industry Partner means joining a community built on innovation, curiosity, and shared success.
Our students bring technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a team-first mindset. Through partnerships, they work directly with professionals to tackle real challenges—gaining experience while making meaningful contributions from day one.
- Raise your company’s visibility on campus
- Build brand awareness among future professionals
- Share your company’s mission and values
- Connect with students eager to make an impact
We invite you to become one of CISE’s most engaged and visible partners. Your involvement supports the next generation of technical professionals—and strengthens your talent pipeline in the process.
For more information, please contact Lynda Chandler at ciseindustrypartners@jmu.edu.
Partnership Levels
BENEFITS |
BASIC |
RECRUITING |
PROJECT PARTNER |
Included on the CISE Industry Partner Program website |
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Recognition on CISE social media channels |
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Featured on CISE digital displays in King/EnGeo |
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Recognition in the annual CISE Magazine |
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Premium placement (high visibility, high-traffic areas) at the Fall and Spring CISE Career Fairs |
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Recognition as a recruiting partner on the digital displays during the CISE Career Fairs |
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Priority access to host a recruitment table in CISE buildings once per semester |
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Opportunities to engage with CISE students through interactive recruitment events (resume reviews, panel discussions, and mock interviews) |
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Exclusive opportunity to propose projects to CISE faculty and students for capstones, course-based collaborations, or summer research |
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Recognition as a project partner during the annual CISE Student Showcase, including name placement on digital signage and student presentations |
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Exclusive VIP invitation to the annual CISE Student Showcase |
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Recognition in project-related news stories and announcements on the CISE website and social media |
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