Office of Industry Engagement
The Office of Industry Engagement (OIE) is the hub for connections between companies
and South Dakota Mines. Our team will facilitate access to resources by connecting
the needs and opportunities of industry with the needs and opportunities of the university.
Whether that be recruiting on campus, hosting industry representatives, sponsoring
research or student projects, developing curriculum for industry skill gaps, the OIE
will ensure that partnerships are fostered for the benefit of all.
Innovate
Whether it's harnessing the brainpower of our experienced faculty and staff or exploring the out-of-the-box creativity of our students, South Dakota Mines is eager to help your company innovate. There are many ways that your company can partner with South Dakota Mines - sponsoring research, collaborating on SBIR and STTR, mentoring a senior design team, or licensing South Dakota Mines' existing technologies.
Joseph Wright
Associate Vice President for Research-Economic Development
(605) 877-1987
Joseph.Wright@sdsmt.edu
Ryan Koontz
Integrated Manufacturing Specialist
Pierre Larochelle
Mechanical Engineering Department Head
Educate
Developing in house training can be challenging for a company because of the time
required and expertise needed. The faculty at South Dakota Mines are experts in their
respective fields and can design a short course, training
module, or workshop to fit your training and continuing education needs. Training
can be provided synchronously online and can range from a one-day workshop to a year-long
program.
At South Dakota Mines, innovative students invent, design, create, and compete. Their contributions make processes sustainable and technology smarter. Together with researchers, faculty, and industry partners, South Dakota Mines creates the future through active participation in interdisciplinary competition teams and intellectually diverse organizations.
Pierre Larochelle
Mechanical Engineering Department Head
(605) 394-2401
Pierre.Larochelle@sdsmt.edu
Lance Roberts
Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
Ryan Koontz
Integrated Manufacturing Specialist
Recruit
South Dakota Mines students and graduates are a unique group of STEM-focused individuals who are passionate about their fields of study and genuinely want to make a difference in the world by tackling the grand challenges. They come here from across the nation and around the world. It's a diverse campus community.
Our focus is on engineering, science, and technology disciplines at the Bachelor, Master and PhD degree levels. 79% of our students graduate with relevant intern, co-op, or research experience. This real-world experience, along with a rigorous academic curriculum focused on developing communication, leadership, and teamwork skills, and a unique professional development program - Mines Advantage - result in students with a strong work ethic who can meet your hiring needs.
Director of career and professional development Name
Director Career and Professional Development
(605) 394-2667
director of career and professional development email
Engage
South Dakota Mines seeks to maximize opportunities for partnerships and collaboration with industry by advancing innovation, developing talent, and driving economic success.
Having worked with numerous companies over the years, we understand your interest in engaging with our university can be multi-fold. From sponsorships of competitive academic teams and senior design projects to scholarships and named facility space, there is no limit on how South Dakota Mines and your company can work together. We encourage you to explore ways to leverage your resources through a relationship with South Dakota Mines.
Brad Johnson
Vice President for Development
(605) 394-2623
Bradley.Johnson@sdsmt.edu
Lance Roberts
Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
Ryan Koontz
Integrated Manufacturing Specialist
Key Industry |
South Dakota Mines Program |
|---|---|
Manufacturing |
Business Management in Technology Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering Metallurgical Engineering Mining Engineering |
Bioscience |
Biology Biomedical Engineering Chemical & Biological Engineering Chemistry Nanoscience & Nanoengineering |
Value-Added Ag |
Chemical & Biological Engineering Mining Engineering |
Livestock Development |
Biology Chemistry Computer Science |
Precision Ag |
Computer Engineering Computer Science Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering |
Cybersecurity |
Computer Science
Data Science Electrical Engineering |
Contact the Office of Industry Engagement
Ann Brentlinger
Director of Industry
Government, and Community Engagement
(605) 394-1604
Ann.Brentlinger@sdsmt.edu
director name
Director
Career and Professional Development
(605) 394-2667
email to director of Career and Professional Development