On April 2, 2019, BP opened its innovation center at the University of Illinois Research Park. Students work with BP information technology experts to create proof-of-concept prototypes for digital solutions. According to Steve Fortune, BP Chief Information Officer, “Students will work on real projects and give us fresh perspectives to apply towards energy industry challenges.” View the grand opening video.
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On March 12, 2019, Research Park held a career fair to connect Park employers with University of Illinois students. Multiple job opportunities are open year-round, and students from any major and discipline are invited to apply. The Research Park Career Fair helps form connections between the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, the Champaign-Urbana area, and the Research Park.
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The Agriculture Innovation Summit 2019 held on March 6, 2019, showcased the AgTech located within the University of Illinois Research Park. Startups such as AirScout, EarthSense, TellTail, and Agrible were highlighted alongside company innovation centers like Bayer Crop Science Innovation Center and John Deere Technology Innovation Center. Mark your calendar for this year’s summit to hear about the continuous AgTech developments at the Research Park. To view clips from the AgTech Summit click here.
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After Hours at Siebel on February 12, 2019, gave attendees a chance to network with Research Park representatives, hear pitches from Research Park companies, and learn about opportunities for tech jobs and internships in Champaign-Urbana. Employers such as Ameren, Bayer, Capital One, EarthSense, CME Group, and AARP were in attendance.
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On February 1, 2018, Monsanto Innovation Center opened at the University of Illinois Research Park. The company offers students the opportunity to work on collaborative and innovative projects that directly impact Monsanto. By partnering with students, Monsanto hopes to advance modern agricultural growth.
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Big Data Summit on November 8, 2018, showcased various topics related to big data, such as IoT/Edge Computing, Data Governance & Responsible Computing, and Deep Learning. The Big Data Summit Career Networking Event allows companies to connect with a niche talent pool in the field of data science and analytics. This interactive conference, as a whole, offers participants the opportunity to learn and share knowledge about key aspects of big data and its business applications. Mark your calendar for this year’s Big Data Summit to stay up-to-date about big data with the help of the Research Park. View keynote presentations and panel discussions here.
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Synchrony Opens Emerging Technology Center Synchrony, a leading consumer financial services company, opened the Emerging Technology Center on April 12, 2018 at the University of Illinois Research Park. The Emerging Technology Center will focus on advancing Synchrony’s finance and technology capabilities as well as providing real-world skills for students in artificial intelligence, data science, human-centered design and other emerging technologies.
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On March 13, 2018, Research Park held its career fair at the I Hotel & Conference Center. The Research Park Career Fair connects employers within Research Park to University of Illinois talent and Champaign-Urbana people. Mark your calendar for this year’s career fair if you’re interested in networking with companies and startups in Research Park.
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On February 28, 2018, the Agriculture Technology Innovation Summit 2018 highlighted the AgTech located within the University of Illinois Research Park. The Park houses multiple corporate innovation centers, including John Deere Tech Innovation Center, ADM Modeling Center, Syngenta Digital Innovation Lab, and Country Financial DigitaLab. AgTech startups such as EarthSense, LifeFoundry, and IntelinAir also participated in this event. Mark your calendar for this year’s summit to hear about the continuous AgTech developments at the Research Park. View clips from the summit here.
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On January 25, 2018, AGCO Acceleration Center opened at the University of Illinois Research Park. As one of the agricultural technology leaders, the Acceleration Center will advance technology innovation for AGCO’s grain, seed processing, swine, and poultry production equipment brands, which include GSI, Cimbria, AP and Cumberland. Their goal is to help create ways for farmers to protect their harvest and feed the growing population. In August 2019, the company reflected on their experiences in the Park and at the University of Illinois. View the grand opening video.
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