Employers and Businesses
Employers and Businesses
DIVE-VRT is looking to partner with businesses of all sizes who are passionate about growing the skilled trades workforce. Our participants are eager for real-world experience through employment, internships, apprenticeships, pre-apprenticeships, job shadowing, and other hands-on opportunities.
Why Partner with DIVE-VRT?
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Access to a Skilled Talent Pipeline
Connect with motivated youth and adults who are trained using cutting-edge virtual reality technology and prepared for careers in the skilled trades.
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Workforce Development
Help shape the next generation of trades professionals through hands-on learning opportunities like apprenticeships, internships, and job shadowing.
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Customized Collaboration
Share your existing apprenticeship or hiring processes—or work with us to build tailored programs that meet your business’s needs.
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Community Impact
Make a lasting difference by supporting workforce readiness and career growth for local residents in Hillsborough County and the greater Tampa area.
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Innovation in Training
Be part of a forward-thinking program that uses immersive VR technology to enhance learning and improve on-the-job readiness.
If your business would like to get involved, we welcome you to share your current apprenticeship or hiring processes—or we can work with you to create new ones. To learn more or schedule an initial call or meeting, please contact Scott Fontechia at 813-974-1153 or sfontech@usf.edu.
Interested in Replicating DIVE-VRT?
We welcome and encourage efforts to replicate the DIVE-VRT program! If your organization wants to bring this model to your area, we would be happy to share more information and insights. Please visit our Program Replication page or fill out a Contact Us form.
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