Connecticut Innovations To Expand Internship Program

Connecticut Innovations announced today that it will support additional student internships under its Technology Talent Bridge Program that was first announced in April.

The program provides internships at small, technology-based Connecticut businesses for Connecticut college students or students from Connecticut who attend schools outside of the state.

“In its first four months of operation, the Technology Talent Bridge Program has already created some outstanding learning opportunities for Connecticut students, who will benefit greatly from their unique, career-related experiences,” CI’s CEO and executive director, Claire Leonardi, said.

So far, CI has provided funding to 10 companies for 16 interns.  The current interns are students at Fairfield University, University of Bridgeport, UConn, UHart, Quinnipiac and Yale.

“We’re pleased that additional program funding is now available, and that even more businesses and students will be able to participate,” Leonardi said.  ”In challenging economic times, it is crucial to cultivate local talent and fuel the growth of the tech sector — both key goals of the Malloy administration.”