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The University of Virginia is an iconic public institution of higher education, boasting nationally ranked schools and programs, distinguished faculty, a major academic medical center, and proud history as a renowned research university.
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UVA Career Connect - Web Development (November 2024 - March 2025)
Web Development projects for US employers with talented UVA alumni! The University of Virginia is an iconic public institution of higher education, boasting nationally ranked schools and programs. UVA Career Connect allows employers to tap into top UVA alumni talent for your web development projects. Submit a project here for our team to review. Once approved, participants are not guaranteed yet, but they will apply to your project directly. You will have a chance to review, assess, and accept applications. 2-5 participants should be accepted per project. Projects can start from November and must be completed by the end of March 2025. Participants are looking to gain experience and provide impact in web development. Get specific in your project description about the skills you're looking for in order to attract the most suitable applicants. If you have questions or need help drafting your project content please email us at uva.careerconnect@riipen.com . You can also find all of our help articles here .

UVA Career Connect - Digital Marketing & E-commerce (November 2024 - March 2025)
Digital Marketing & E-commerce projects for US employers with talented UVA alumni! The University of Virginia is an iconic public institution of higher education, boasting nationally ranked schools and programs. UVA Career Connect allows employers to tap into top UVA alumni talent for your digital marketing & e-commerce projects. Submit a project here for our team to review. Once approved, participants are not guaranteed yet, but they will apply to your project directly. You will have a chance to review, assess, and accept applications. 2-5 participants should be accepted per project. Projects can start from November and must be completed by the end of March 2025. Participants are looking to gain experience and provide impact in digital marketing & e-commerce. Get specific in your project description about the skills you're looking for in order to attract the most suitable applicants. If you have questions or need help drafting your project content please email us at uva.careerconnect@riipen.com . You can also find all of our help articles here .

UVA Career Connect - Data Analytics (November 2024 - March 2025)
Data Analytics projects for US employers with talented UVA alumni! The University of Virginia is an iconic public institution of higher education, boasting nationally ranked schools and programs. UVA Career Connect allows employers to tap into top UVA alumni talent for your data analytics projects. Submit a project here for our team to review. Once approved, participants are not guaranteed yet, but they will apply to your project directly. You will have a chance to review, assess, and accept applications. 2-5 participants should be accepted per project. Projects can start from November and must be completed by the end of March 2025. Participants are looking to gain experience and provide impact in data analytics projects. Get specific in your project description about the skills you're looking for in order to attract the most suitable applicants. If you have questions or need help drafting your project content please email us at uva.careerconnect@riipen.com . You can also find all of our help articles here .

UVA Career Connect - Cybersecurity (November 2024 - March 2025)
Cybersecurity projects for US employers with talented UVA alumni! The University of Virginia is an iconic public institution of higher education, boasting nationally ranked schools and programs. UVA Career Connect allows employers to tap into top UVA alumni talent for your cybersecurity projects. Submit a project here for our team to review. Once approved, participants are not guaranteed yet, but they will apply to your project directly. You will have a chance to review, assess, and accept applications. 2-5 participants should be accepted per project. Projects can start from November and must be completed by the end of March 2025. Participants are looking to gain experience and provide impact in cybersecurity projects. Get specific in your project description about the skills you're looking for in order to attract the most suitable applicants. If you have questions or need help drafting your project content please email us at uva.careerconnect@riipen.com . You can also find all of our help articles here .
Recent programs
ENTP 3501: Business Essentials & Virtual Micro-Internship
Partner with students from ENTP 3501: Business Essentials & Virtual Micro-Internship summer program to tackle real-world business challenges. This 8-week, 3-credit course combines internship reflection with hands-on learning in Excel, marketing, and business analysis . Over approximately six weeks, teams of four to five students collaborate with companies to explore market entry, expansion, and revenue growth strategies . Employers gain fresh insights and actionable solutions while guiding students through a structured, data-driven approach. Organizations must meet the following criteria to participate: Provide a project that fits the time requirements (June 30th - August 8th) Agree to 2 meetings/week with student teams to ensure project progress Consist of a staff of at least three members (start-up founders are encouraged to apply if all other criteria can be met) Appoint a supervisor to support the project and fulfill experience requirements Develop a learning plan and set deliverables before the start of the project Adhere to guidelines and requirements as dictated by the Department of Labor Fair Labor Standards Act Attend the initial kick-off call before the project Be available to attend the final capstone presentation (Thursday, August 7th; 10:00am-12:30pm) Complete a short rubric required for the project assessment If your project meets the minimum requirements, a Riipen UVA Admin team member will be in touch to schedule a 30-minute screening call. Once your project is screened, you will be invited to meet with a member of the UVA team before being matched to a student team.
UVA Digital Tech Projects - January 2025
Digital tech projects for US employers in January 2025. The University of Virginia is an iconic public institution of higher education, boasting nationally ranked schools and programs. Tap into top student talent for your web development, cybersecurity, data analytics, and UX/UI projects to kick-start 2025. Submit a project here for our team to review. Submit a project here for our team to review. Once approved, you will be matched with a team of 4 participants. Projects should start the first week of January (by January 6) and must be completed within 4 weeks.
Innovative Tech Consulting - Technology Strategy Group
Technology Strategy Group (TSG) at the University of Virginia is a student-led organization that fosters innovation, collaboration, and professional development among its undergraduate members. The club’s main objectives are to offer real-world project experience, enhance technical skills, and build meaningful connections with industry professionals. Starting in the spring semester, TSG members will work on software development, app development, and UX/UI design projects. The goal is for students to contribute to an organization's success by researching and developing software solutions, analyzing data, and exploring emerging technologies—. This will help organizations address complex challenges and optimize processes. Company Requirements: Provide a project that meets the 8-week timeline, starting in March. Be available for a 30-minute virtual meeting with the club leads to discuss the project scope and assess if it aligns with the experience. Develop a learning plan in collaboration with the team leads at the start of the project. Have a staff of at least three members (start-up founders are encouraged to apply if all criteria are met). Appoint a supervisor to support the experience and fulfill program requirements. Designate a primary contact person available for weekly or bi-weekly meetings to address learners' questions and provide updates during the project. Provide an alternate contact for TSG leads and Riipen administrators. Offer an opportunity for students to present their work and receive feedback. Provide any relevant information or data required for the project.
Collaborate with Future Consulting Leaders
The University of Virginia’s PhD Plus Consulting Program , led by Dr. Brendan Boler, is designed to equip PhD students and Postdocs with the essential knowledge, skills, and confidence required for a successful career in consulting. Participants in this course master a hypothesis-driven structured problem-solving approach, and develop proficiency in data analytics using Excel and storytelling using PowerPoint. Our learners are advanced PhD students and postdoctoral researchers who bring a high level of analytical ability, critical thinking, and academic rigor to their work. They are eager to apply their skills to real-world consulting projects, gaining hands-on experience that will be invaluable for their professional development. The aim of this collaboration is to provide students with practical experience while offering employers fresh perspectives and innovative solutions to their business challenges.