Program Overview
Industrial Assistance Partnership (IAP), brings together students and industry by providing students with technical projects, professional support and assistance from the regional community. The program was introduced by UW’s Industrial Training and Assessment Center (ITAC) to support the manufacturing sector, promote new ideas and increase sustainability. Through IAP, students, faculty, manufacturers, vendors and service providers unite to address practical industry problems.
Strengthen the manufacturing workforce
Support student training and professional development
Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing across manufacturers, vendors, and service providers
Why Join?
All membership fees directly support student scholarships and training
Manufacturers
- Access to skilled students
- Recruitment pipeline
- Visibility
- Technical assistance
Vendors & Service Providers
- Connect with manufacturers
- Showcase tech
- Support future workforce
Students
- Get involved with hands-on projects
- Access networking events and industry mentors
Membership Tiers & Benefits
Basic (W)
- Access to resumes for only ITAC students
- One recruitment session
- Company logo on the consortium website and ITAC promotional materials
- Enhanced energy and resource audits
- Invitation consortia-led training and tech showcases
- Invitation Annual Trade Fair
$5,000
annually
Standard (kW)
- One recruitment session
- Company logo on the consortium website and ITAC promotional materials
- Access to resumes for all consortium student members
- Sponsorship of one scholorship/RA position
- Enhanced energy and resource audits
- Opportunity to present consortia-led training and tech showcase
- Booth Annual Trade Fair
$15,000
annually
Premium (MW)
- Two recruitment sessions and opportunity to conduct onsite job interviews
- Company logo on the consortium website and ITAC promotional materials
- Access to resumes for all consortium student members and curated candidate matching
- Sponsorship of two scholarships/ RA positions
- Enhanced energy and resource audits
- Student assistance on projetcs
- Opportunity to present in consortia-led trainings and tech showcases
- Booth Annual Trade Fair
$25,000
annually
Estimated timeline: 2–3 weeks from form to full onboarding
Meet with consortium leadership
Review and sign non-binding MOU
Receive invoice and confirm membership
Complete onboarding and access benefits
Consortium Programs & Benefits
Innovation Symposium & Gala
A celebratory annual event featuring student project showcases, networking, and cross-sector recognition.
Skill Labs & Bootcamps
Hands-on technical workshops co-designed with industry to train students and professionals in high-demand skills.
Technical Assistance Sprints
Short-term, student-led projects that address real-world technical needs proposed by member companies.
Resume Access & Student Matching
Members receive curated access to student resumes and support for identifying talent aligned with open roles.
Networking & Recruitment Events
Facilitated events that connect students, faculty, and industry members for hiring, collaboration, and peer learning.
Contact & Interest Form
For any questions, email: uwitac@uw.edu
Please make sure to include:
Company name and contact information
Areas of interest (e.g., recruitment, projects, event participation)
Optional note or questions