Corporate partnerships

At the University of Michigan School of Information, we bring together expertise in technology, data and human behavior — the combination organizations need to tackle today’s challenges. 

We partner with companies of all sizes, across industries, to advance research, support education and provide access to top talent. 

Ways to partner with UMSI

Here are some of the ways you can work with us. If you have an idea that doesn’t already appear here, let's make it happen together. 

Advance research and innovation

Partner with UMSI faculty on sponsored projects in research areas including responsible AI, digital privacy, information integrity and health technology. 

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Connect with student talent

Our graduates are the missing link many organizations need. They speak the language of engineering teams and the C-suite, use data to guide decisions, and navigate ambiguity with confidence. 

Become a client

Bring your organization’s challenges into the classroom by hosting a student project. Through UMSI’s AI Clinic, you can also seek consultation from students on implementing AI to improve processes and advance your work.

Host a project

Recruit talent

Connect with UMSI students through recruiting and internship opportunities supported by our Career Development Office.

Schedule a recruiting consultation

Support student education

Establish an award to help students develop their ideas, or fund a learning opportunity to help them explore new possibilities. 

Increase your visibility

Sponsor a signature event to connect your organization with the UMSI community: 

• The UMSI Student Project Exposition: Our annual showcase of student innovation, hosted each spring, features industry judges and awards for top projects. 
• The UMSI Career Fair: Held each fall, the UMSI Career Fair gives students from every degree program the opportunity to launch their careers by connecting with industry professionals. 

Let’s connect

We’d be happy to talk with you about the best fit for your organization’s goals, including opportunities that don’t fit neatly into the categories above.