Partner With Us : University of Dayton, Ohio

Building Futures. Strengthening Dayton.

In a tight labor market, Dayton employers need adaptable, career-ready professionals — yet many graduates leave the region after earning their degrees.

The UD Sinclair Academy and the Professional and Applied Learning (PAL) Fellowship bridge this gap by connecting education with opportunity, helping students launch meaningful careers while providing regional businesses with the skilled workforce they need to thrive.

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Shape Tomorrow's Workforce

As an employer partner, your organization plays a critical role in preparing the next generation of professionals while gaining early access to motivated candidates who are eager to make a difference for the common good.

Build your workforce pipeline: Engage with top students early to help them gain valuable skills and experience, encouraging them to contribute to the region's growth.
Provide real-world learning: Offer internships, co-ops, micro-projects, or "Day in the Life" experiences to help PAL Fellows better understand your industry.
Strengthen your community impact: Join a mission-driven initiative focused on equitable workforce development and community connection.

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They Get the Experience...

You Get the Talent

PAL Fellows partner with area employers to gain practical experience and confidence — and businesses get the talent they need to grow. Fellows study fields like health care, life sciences, engineering and technology, computer science and sustainability, social sciences and research, and cybersecurity and information systems.

PAL Fellowships

UD Sinclair Academy

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Employer Partner Opportunities

The PAL Fellowship team tailors student engagement to match your organization's capacity and goals. Your dedicated university liaison will promote your opportunities, coordinate communication and ensure students and employers alike have a meaningful and effective experience.

Employer partners commit to offering at least one experiential opportunity during the 2025-26 and/or 2026-27 academic years. Opportunities include:

Worksite visits: Offer a behind-the-scenes look at your organization.
Leadership talks: Share the career paths and insights of your organization's leaders.
Internships: Provide structured, hands-on experience.

Co-op opportunities: Offer paid, on-the-job learning that alternates with academic study.
Work-based learning: Host apprenticeships, job shadowing, or other career-building experiences.

Take the Next Step

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Partner With Us

To become an employer partner, contact Danielle Boone, Ph.D., PAL Fellowship Program Director.