From the Desk of Executive Director, Tracey Greene
Charlottesville Summer Internship Program
A New CBIC Program for Tech Companies and their Interns
The Charlottesville Summer Internship Program (Cville SIP), initially organized by local tech company leaders, is
designed specifically
to entice young professionals graduating from colleges and interning in area businesses to choose Charlottesville and stick around.
Cville SIP -- now produced by CBIC -- aims to attract and retain young talent to the region by providing:
unique networking opportunities
access to a series of specially curated speakers on a variety of professional career building and entrepreneurial topics
connections to other young interns in the Charlottesville area
opportunities to experience the fun, social side of Charlottesville
Over the course of 8 weeks (beginning next week!), Cville SIP promises a schedule of both professional and social events for interns that will highlight the uniqueness of Charlottesville and showcase all our city has to offer.
More than 50 interns are already registered for this year's cohort. Participating companies include Silverchair, Inova, CFA Institute, Tech Dynamism, Charlottesville Tomorrow, Willowtree, and more!
Program kickoff is Monday, June 19, 2017
Base cost of participation: $50/intern (additional fees for special outings)
Register your intern TODAY (program starts next week)
Have questions about the program or want to get involved:
Tech On Tap Celebrates with Charlottesville Women in Tech for its 3-Yr Anniversary Tomorrow:
Tuesday, June 13, 2017, 5 -7:00 p.m.
WHEN:
Tuesday, June 13, 5 - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Cho's Nachos: 946 Grady Ave #16, Charlottesville, VA 22903
RECURS:
2nd Tuesdays Monthly (at rotating venues!)
WHAT:
This happy hour provides a monthly opportunity for tech enthusiasts to socialize, collaborate, share ideas and form professional relationships. Cash bar with negotiated drink and appetizer specials. Designed specifically for the entrepreneurial, high-tech community, this happy hour is casual. No panel discussions. No formal program. Occasionally we'll throw in tech entrepreneur pitches for added fun.
Special Note:
Charlottesville Women In Tech is merging their Summer Social into CBIC's Tech on Tap event at Cho's Nachos! Start your summer right and join us as we celebrate three years of CWIT! All are welcome to join us for sun, fun, and free birthday cake!
WHO:
Open to tech enthusiasts and anyone interested!
COST:
It's FREE (buy your own discounted beverages)
PARKING:
Plentiful parking in the lot and on the side of and behind the building
RSVP:
While there is no cost to attend, kindly RSVP HERE
Where Do Local Entrepreneurs Meet Up? Charlottesville Entrepreneurs and Espresso:
June 20, 2017
WHAT: A casual, caffeine-fueled gathering of learning for entrepreneurs at all stages of venture creation
RECURS: 3rd Tuesdays Monthly
NEXT UP: June 20, 2017
TIME: 8:00 -10:00 a.m.
WHERE: iLab at UVA
COST:It's FREE!
WHO: Open to anyone interested in our region's entrepreneurial scene.
FORMAT: Networking over coffee, a pitch from an early stage entrepreneur with time for Q&A and lessons learned from a seasoned entrepreneur.
PARKING: Free parking until 10:00 am behind the iLab in the D5 Lot. No permit required. Do not park elsewhere or you will be ticketed.
RSVP: While there is no cost to attend, we do ask that you RSVP. Registering in advance helps us plan better. Coffee for everyone!
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