Social Capital

This solicitation seeks a professional services partner to design and implement a statewide initiative that expands equitable access to high‑quality, credit‑bearing internships for Virginia college students. The work includes conducting a comprehensive needs assessment, creating an implementation plan, integrating the program within institutions, developing career‑connected learning opportunities, preparing students for professional environments, engaging employers, establishing evaluation frameworks, and providing data collection and reporting support. • Conduct needs assessment & develop a detailed implementation plan. • Build institutional integration resources and support structures. • Design career‑connected learning and student readiness programs. • Create professional engagement strategies and employer partnerships. • Provide ongoing evaluation, data collection, and final reporting.