Okla. Stat. tit. 70, § 70-4674

Oklahoma Statutes - Title 70. Schools Page 1672

A. It is the intent of the Legislature that the Board of

Trustees for Oklahoma State University/Tulsa develop and implement a

Technology Intern Partner Program. The purpose of the Program shall

be to facilitate a positive relationship between the academic and

business sector while providing valuable, hands-on experiences for

students. In addition the Program will provide an additional method

for introducing students to career opportunities in technology-based

companies.

B. The benefits of the Technology Intern Partner Program are as

follows:

1. Enhances classroom learning for the student by integrating

academic curriculum and real-world work experience;

2. Assists students in career decision making through on-the-

job experience in a chosen field;

3. Improves after graduation job opportunities for students by

giving the student valuable work experience and contact with

potential employers;

4. Teaches students valuable job search skills such as career

assessments, resume writing, and interviewing techniques; and

5. Promotes the lifelong learning process of integrating work

and learning, and enhances workplace skills in occupational,

analytical, and teamwork performance.

C. It is further the intent of the Legislature that the

Technology Intern Partner Program shall provide internships for

eligible students with technology-based companies. One-half of the

funding for the internships shall be provided by the University and

one-half by the participating companies. The Board of Trustees

should establish criteria and procedures for implementation and

operation of the Program. The Board may decline to accept any such

funding it deems inappropriate, including funding amounts the Board

is unable to match.