Corporate Engagement Opportunities

Embark on a mutually beneficial journey with UVA

UVA is home to some of the most brilliant minds in the country. We can offer your company a front-row seat to the next big idea or cutting-edge technology that will develop solutions to the greatest existing challenges—or even prevent future ones.

We welcome you to engage with our network of expert faculty, leading scientists, and talented students, as well as state-of-the-art technology, facilities, and equipment.

In need of executive development? We have dedicated training programs designed specifically for executives. We can also offer access to a range of government funding opportunities.

Get in touch today!

Research & Innovation

Are you seeking research partnerships and collaboration opportunities? With a strong track record in research productivity, quality, and impact, UVA is now intensifying its efforts toward research preeminence.

Discover how your company can benefit by engaging with us in the following areas:

  • Research Partnerships: Collaborate on groundbreaking research projects that address pressing challenges and explore innovative solutions. Together, we can make a significant impact.

  • Clinical Research: Leverage UVA's expertise in clinical research to drive advancements in healthcare and medicine. Partner with us to develop novel approaches and improve patient outcomes.

  • Innovation & Entrepreneurship: Join forces with UVA in fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. Discover opportunities to bring transformative ideas to life and nurture a culture of creative thinking.

  • Translational Research: Bridge the gap between research and practical applications. Together, we can transform promising discoveries into tangible solutions for real-world problems to improve health outcomes.

By aligning your company's interests with UVA's expertise, you can contribute to solving these challenges and benefit from our research advancements.

Take the first step towards a productive partnership by contacting us today. Discover how your company can invest in and reap the rewards of collaborating with UVA's world-class research community. Together, let's make a difference.

Students & Workforce Recruitment 

Looking for top-tier talent to grow your workforce? Look no further.

With more than 17,000 undergraduate students - 90% of whom are from the top 10% of their graduating high school class - and more than 8,700 graduate & professional students, the talent is here.

Opportunities for recruitment include:

  • Workforce Recruitment
  • Internships
  • Scholarships
  • Posting jobs and/or internships
  • On-campus recruiting
  • Representation at career fairs 
  • Panel discussions
  • Event sponsorship and attendance
Corporate Sponsorships

Athletics

Virginia Athletics Foundation provides corporate partners with both traditional and new media opportunities including venue signage, event sponsorship and promotion, corporate hospitality, digital engagement and visibility.

Buildings 

From the School of Data Science to the new Forum Hotel at the Darden School of Business, new construction is everywhere around UVA Grounds. New buildings, labs, classrooms, and countless more spaces offer the opportunity to build your corporate brand on campus and connect with students, faculty, and the Charlottesville community.

Events

Reach a broad population with corporate sponsorship of events–from students and staff, alumni and friends, and fellow industry professionals. Here are just a few of the special events that can help build your brand’s visibility at UVA and beyond:

Strategic Giving

Companies can further build their brand by developing a giving strategy to support UVA. Contact us to discuss a giving strategy or assistance in identifying opportunities to make contributions or donate in-kind gifts in areas that align with your corporate priorities.

Matching Gift Program

Companies that want to multiply the impact of gifts made by their employees to the University can consider offering a matching gift program to match charitable contributions made by their employees. Visit the Corporate Matching website to find out if your company has a matching program, or contact us to discuss how to get started.

Scholarships

Companies that want to support UVA students can consider donating gift funds to scholarships.

Faculty Consultations

With more than 3,000 faculty members across a plethora of disciplines, UVA is home to a wealth of information and ideas that the Corporate Relations team can connect you with. Here are some key factors to keep in mind: 

  • Consulting engagements cannot make use of University resources (e.g., facilities, computers, equipment, etc.) where there is a cost to UVA or support staff time is involved. 
  • Faculty consulting projects must be approved in advance by the faculty member’s department. 
  • Healthcare faculty (i.e., School of Medicine) may be subject to additional reviews. 
  • Faculty set their own rates and work as private contractors
Executive Education and Professional Development

Expand the talents of your workforce and strengthen with UVA. Whether you’re looking to hone the skills of top executives or advance the education of employees from all walks of life, UVA has a myriad of opportunities. Here are just a few: 

Darden School of Business:

You can also connect through Darden School at Sands Family Grounds in the Washington, DC area.

School of Continuing and Professional Studies:

UVA Northern Virginia:

Lifetime Learning from UVA Engagement

Online Learning Opportunities across 12 Schools

Vendor Procurement

Companies interested in doing business with the University as a vendor should apply through the Procurement & Supplier Diversity team or UVA Medical Center Contracts & Procurement.