Rockland IDA Partners With RCC To Provide Internship Stipends For Local Students

Press release from Rockland Community College:

2023-08-28

ROCKLAND, NY [August 28, 2023]- The County of Rockland Industrial Development Agency (Rockland IDA) is proud to announce its commitment to fostering local talent and economic growth through a partnership with Rockland Community College (RCC). Skill Up Rockland, part of RCC’s strategic initiative, ensures its students have the skills employers need. The Rockland IDA will provide internship stipends totaling $7,500 to support three RCC students pursuing internships in fields aligned with industry, economics, and business. The stipends, each valued at $2,500, will be awarded to one student per semester – Fall, Spring, and Summer.

Through this collaboration, Rockland IDA aims to reinforce its dedication to the development of the local workforce, demonstrating the agency’s commitment to community prosperity and the preparation of future professionals. These internship stipends will directly benefit RCC students interning at businesses within Rockland County, contributing to both the students’ educational experience and the economic growth of the region.

To be selected for the internship stipends, students will undergo an assessment process, which considers factors such as financial need and the submission of an essay outlining how their targeted internship aligns with their career goals. While the selected students will not intern directly for the IDA, they will be interning through RCC Career Services, thereby ensuring a meaningful and enriching experience.

“The collaboration between Rockland IDA and RCC represents a crucial step towards fostering economic development and supporting our local talent,” remarked Steven Porath, Executive Director of the Rockland County Industrial Development Agency. “We are excited to partner with the RCC Foundation to invest in the future workforce of Rockland County.”

Kevin Stump, VP of Economic Mobility + Workforce Innovation, added, “This partnership exemplifies RCC’s commitment to providing students with exceptional opportunities for growth and real-world experience. We are deeply grateful to the Rockland IDA for their generous support in helping our students achieve their academic and professional aspirations.”

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