The Science and Technology Research Initiative for the Vermont Economy (STRIVE) is a U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) award through the Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR). This collaborative partnership between CCV, Landmark College, Bennington College, and the Brattleboro Development Credit Corporation is designed to strengthen Vermont’s STEM education and workforce pipeline through coordinated, high-impact initiatives.
Current Initiatives
The STRIVE PFE Scholarship is designed to support students enrolled in a STEM program (STEM Studies, Environmental Science, and Information Technology) who are taking the Professional Field Experience course. This $500 scholarship aims to help students access an internship and gain professional experience in their STEM discipline.
Fall 2026 Opportunities
INT-1520: Exploratory Workplace Experience will be offered for students enrolled in a STEM program including STEM Studies, Environmental Science, and Information Technology. This course will pair an 80-hour internship with 15 hours of class time devoted to strengthening professional skills. It will be located at CCV Winooski on Thursdays from 6:00 – 8:45 pm. This course is free and provides a $250 scholarship.
MEC-1330-VU01: Fundamentals of Engineering and Design is located at The Generator this fall. The course includes a three-month membership and two tool trainings at no cost to students.
BIO-1210-VU01: Introduction to Biology and BIO-1250-VU01: Wildlife Ecology will each have an opportunity to spend a full class (3 hours) aboard the Marcelle Melosira research vessel conducting ongoing aquatic ecology research with staff from UVM.
STRIVE aims to:
- Align credentialing opportunities with industry needs, ensuring that CCV programs prepare students with in-demand skills for Vermont’s evolving economy.
- Expand internship opportunities so students can apply classroom learning in real-world settings, gaining professional experience and building industry connections.
- Provide funding opportunities that foster collaborative research ecosystems between higher education institutions, enabling faculty, students, and industry partners to work together on projects with direct relevance to Vermont.
- Increase access to meaningful, impactful STEM learning for all students, with a focus on equitable participation and long-term career readiness.
Through targeted funding, professional development, and cross-sector collaboration, STRIVE seeks to build a resilient, innovative STEM landscape that benefits Vermont’s communities, economy, and future workforce.
For more information or to learn about upcoming opportunities visit strivevt.org.
Contact Us!
Have a question? Fill out the form below and we’ll be in touch shortly!
