Ben Franklin Technology Partners launches Job Link Program

With funding support from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), Ben Franklin Technology Partners (BFTP) has launched a Job Link initiative to help companies in Central and Northern PA find the talent they need. This is a ‘win-win’ opportunity for local talent to find relevant meaningful job opportunities that match local company needs.

Ben Franklin’s Job Link AIMS to create a talent pipeline that connects students, graduates and alumni to area technology and manufacturing companies. The program will:

• ASSIST all students from freshman to graduate level in identifying internships and other job opportunities that can be the first step to a rewarding career.
• IDENTIFY projects, internships, and other possibilities within the BFTP portfolio and other regional emerging technology and manufacturing companies.
• MENTOR alumni and other regional job seekers who are looking to make an exciting career shift.
• SERVE as a liaison between companies, educational partners, and job seekers

Job Seekers:

While completing your education, work in an industry that is relevant to your studies while helping to advance the competitiveness of the emerging technology companies in our region.

Companies:

BFTP can help you identify local talent for your projects whether you need an intern for a short time or have an open position to fill.

For more information about the Job Link Program, or to pass along a resume or job posting, contact Talent Scout Mary Kay Williams at MK*****@*su.edu or call 814.360.9337.

Job Link History

This two-year grant will focus its efforts on the 25 Appalachian counties within the BFTP-CNP territory which include the following (PA Wilds counties are bold): Bedford, Blair, Cambria, Cameron, Centre, Clarion, Clearfield, Clinton, Crawford, Elk, Erie, Forest, Fulton, Huntingdon, Indiana, Jefferson, Juniata, McKean, Mercer, Mifflin, Perry, Potter, Somerset, Venango and Warren.