From Campus to Commercialization: Creating Impactful TTO Internship Programs

Technology transfer offices (TTOs) play a crucial role in bridging the gap between academic research and real-world applications, yet many struggle to build robust talent pipelines for this specialized field. This webinar explores proven strategies for developing internship programs that not only support your office’s immediate needs but also cultivate the next generation of tech transfer professionals.

What You’ll Learn

Join us for an in-depth discussion on building sustainable internship programs that create win-win scenarios for both students and technology transfer offices. You’ll hear from two TTOs that have built successful internship programs as they discuss the complete lifecycle of program development, from initial planning through long-term sustainability, including:

• Program design, structure, implementation & adaptation
• Recruitment and intern selection
• Onboarding, training and development
• Project management and intern integration
• Measuring success and ROI

Who Should Attend

This webinar is designed for tech transfer professionals who are looking to:

• Launch or revitalize internship programs and initiatives to align with their office’s needs
• Develop intern onboarding and training frameworks
• Enhance or demonstrate the value and impact of their internship programs
• Build talent pipelines that strengthen the tech transfer ecosystem

Why This Matters Now

As institutions increasingly recognize the importance of technology transfer in driving innovation and economic impact, the demand for skilled professionals in this field continues to grow. Internship programs represent a strategic investment in both immediate operational capacity and long-term workforce development. This webinar provides insight into creating programs that deliver measurable value while fostering the next generation of tech transfer leaders.

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