Become an ePartner

The ePartners Program provides a framework for developing and nurturing meaningful collaborative relationships between the global business community and NC State's Department of Computer Science.

Its primary focus is to foster ongoing communication and interaction between students, faculty and our corporate partners, to help shape the department’s future. Funding and support generated by the program, and administered through the NC State Engineering Foundation, allow our department to continue to grow in emerging areas of computer science technology while providing the highest quality education for our students.

In recognition of their generous support, our ePartners have access to an extensive portfolio of engagement and interaction options across several membership levels, all designed to meet their specific needs and interests.

Annual qualifying contributions start at just $2,500, based on company size.

Participation in the ePartners Program offers enhanced visibility and brand awareness with students and faculty through premium engagement opportunities and exclusive resources, including:

Access to ePartners Career Connection career fairs

Connect directly with top computer science talent at exclusive ePartners Career Connection events. These career fairs provide priority access to highly qualified students seeking internships, co-ops and full-time positions, helping you meet your recruitment goals efficiently.

Inclusion in the electronic ePack resume book

Gain direct access to a curated collection of student résumés through the electronic ePack resume book. This exclusive resource helps you identify and recruit top talent for internships, co-ops and full-time positions.

Unparalleled Access

All our ePartners have access to a dedicated liaison on campus to help coordinate their activities, and to help tailor their engagement opportunities to meet specific needs.

In recognition of their support to the department, our ePartners have access to:

Targeted and priority access to exclusive recruiting activities, tools and events
Access to NC State, College of Engineering and computer science news and communications
Recognition, branding, marketing and image exposure
Student & faculty interaction and engagement
Invitations to special events, receptions, seminars, lectures, forums, and focus groups
Sponsorship opportunities including Senior Design Center projects, major events, programs, and strategic initiatives.

Three distinct membership levels are available allowing businesses of any size an opportunity to partner with us.

Corporate Friends

This membership category recognizes those corporations providing the department non-ePartners-related support of any kind, including scholarships; equipment, software and other gifts-in-kind; Senior Design Center project sponsorship; endowed faculty support; research grants, etc., with a value in excess of $1,000. Corporate Friends enjoy recognition, communications and a stronger alignment with the department.

ePartners

Whether you are a small start-up or a major global corporation, corporations recognized as ePartners enjoy greater exposure to and involvement in the department’s activities and future direction.
Minimum annual contributions of unrestricted funding required for recognition as an ePartner are:*
Start-ups (< 2 years old) – $1,500
Companies with 250 employees or less – $2,500
Companies with 251-1,000 employees – $5,000
Companies with 1,001-5,000 employees – $7,500
Companies with 5,001-10,000 employees – $10,000
Companies with >10,000 employees – $15,000

Super ePartners

Super ePartners have an opportunity for even greater involvement in the activities and direction of the department, with access to exclusive advantages providing a higher degree of departmental exposure and structured interactions with students and faculty members. Super ePartners membership requires a minimum annual contribution of $25,000, comprised of $15,000 in ePartners support plus a minimum of $10,000 in additional support, which can take the form of ePartners support, student projects/practicums, scholarships, student/faculty awards, etc.*

All our ePartners have access to a dedicated liaison on campus to help coordinate their activities, and to help tailor their engagement opportunities to meet specific needs.

In recognition of their support to the department, our ePartners have access to:

Targeted and priority access to exclusive recruiting activities, tools and events
Access to NC State, College of Engineering and computer science news and communications
Recognition, branding, marketing and image exposure
Student & faculty interaction and engagement
Invitations to special events, receptions, seminars, lectures, forums, and focus groups
Sponsorship opportunities including Senior Design Center projects, major events, programs, and strategic initiatives.

Three distinct membership levels are available allowing businesses of any size an opportunity to partner with us.

	Corporate Friend	ePartner	Super ePartner
Invitations to selected university events, lectures, leadership series, receptions, and technology forums	✅	✅	✅
Corporate name recognition on the ePartners Website	✅	✅	✅
Corporate logo on ePartners Website and digital signage	–	✅	✅
Selection of one or more Premium Engagement Opportunities (PEOs) based on the total amount of ePartners support $2,500 (selects one PEO) $5,000 (selects two PEOs) $7,500 (selects three PEOs) $10,000 (selects four PEOs) $15,000 (selects six PEOs)	–	✅	✅
Dynamic and exclusive recruiting tools and events
Complimentary access to two virtual ePartners Career Connection recruiting events – one in the fall and one in the spring	–	✅	✅
Access to special CSC Resume Books on ePack	–	✅	✅
Special “Top Bill” positioning via online Job Postings	–	✅	✅
Priority access to use interview rooms and office drop space in CSC Graduate Career Services Suite in EB2.	–	✅	✅
Priority access to atrium space and special assistance with hybrid ‘in person’ recruiting events.	–	✅	✅
Special assistance with planning and promoting Info Sessions and special recruiting events	–	✅	✅
Opportunity to participate in mock interviews, resume review sessions, panels, workshops, etc.	–	✅	✅
Dedicated “in-department” recruiting assistance & support	–	✅	✅
Exclusive complimentary speaking opportunities via a number of unique seminar and speaker series such as ACM/AITP ‘TechTalks’, ePartner Spotlights, Labcorp ‘Leadership in Technology’ series, etc.	–	✅	✅
Opportunities to provide input and direction for the computer science curriculum, including invitations to participate on focus groups, key appointment selection committees, skills inventory assessment, ABET industry panels, etc	–	✅	✅
Opportunities to interact with our dynamic faculty regarding industry/technology trends and explore options for collaborative research	–	✅	✅
Opportunities to deliver targeted “in-class” talks	–	✅	✅
Limited direct e-mail access to students and faculty and featured event promotion in weekly student e-mail and “day-of” social media blasts	–	✅	✅
Opportunities to host faculty on your site for seminars, lectures, lunch-n-learns, etc. on current research and targeted topics	–	✅	✅
Opportunity to attend special events and activities as VIP guests of the department	–	✅	✅
Opportunity to sponsor Senior Design Center projects, major events, initiatives, or program of equivalent value	–	–	✅
Opportunity for executive representation on the department’s Strategic Advisory Board	–	–	✅
Priority access to present to CSC600 – Intro to CSC Graduate Studies class each fall.	–	–	✅
Invitation to attend Industry Luncheon during annual CSC Ph.D. Recruitment week each spring.	–	–	✅
Priority selection access to high demand Premium Engagement Opportunities subject to space and participant limitations	–	–	✅

Current ePartners

Dozens of companies around the world have partnered with NC State Computer Science ensuring our success in growing a dynamic, energetic and proficient workforce.

See our current ePartners

ePartner FAQ

The ePartners Program connects the global business community with the NC State Department of Computer Science through the NC State Engineering Foundation. This program fosters strong, collaborative relationships focused on shared goals and mutual success.

In recognition of their generous support, ePartners gain access to a comprehensive portfolio of resources and benefits tailored to meet their specific needs.

The NC State Department of Computer Science is at the forefront of the software-driven world, pursuing collaborative innovation that pushes the boundaries of computing to improve lives and communities.

In this mission, the “e” in ePartners holds special meaning:

Excellence – in the quality of our faculty, students and research
Engagement – through ongoing interaction and meaningful relationships
Exchange – a two-way exchange of ideas and information
Enrichment – delivering positive impact for our programs and enhancing the student experience

Super ePartners receive all the benefits of ePartners plus exclusive opportunities for greater involvement in the department’s activities and strategic direction. This includes enhanced exposure and structured interactions with students and faculty.

Membership Requirements

Annual contribution of $25,000 or more
- $15,000 is typically unrestricted, supporting mission-critical events, programs, student organizations and initiatives.
- $10,000 can be directed to partnership opportunities of the company’s choice, including:
  - Sponsorship of Senior Design Center projects
  - Practicums and scholarships
  - Major events and faculty awards
  - Special programs and initiatives

Exclusive Advantages

Priority access to high-demand, limited-access engagement opportunities
Eligibility for representation on the department’s Strategic Advisory Board
Increased visibility and deeper involvement in shaping the department’s future

Absolutely. We recognize that many of our strongest partners support the department through scholarships, equipment gifts, project sponsorships and more.

The value of major financial gifts or gifts-in-kind can be considered when determining an appropriate unrestricted gift contribution for recognition at the ePartners or Super ePartners level.

These situations are handled on a case-by-case basis. To discuss your specific request, contact us at csc-extrelations@ncsu.edu or call 919.513.4292.

Unrestricted contributions provide the department with valuable flexibility to support key priorities and strategic goals. Your support helps fund a wide range of programs and initiatives, including:

Strategic initiatives and outreach programs
Recruitment of new faculty
Classroom and instructional technology upgrades
Building and space expansion
Curriculum innovations
Technical support
Publicity and marketing efforts
Professional development opportunities
Travel for students and staff

Unrestricted gifts allow us to invest where the need is greatest and make the greatest impact.

Becoming an ePartner offers startups valuable opportunities to grow and thrive:

Increase Visibility
Gain exposure within our community of alumni, students, faculty and staff, as well as with a global network of business leaders. This targeted visibility helps build brand awareness and a positive image for your company.
Access Cutting-Edge Expertise
Collaborate with dynamic, leading-edge faculty who can provide innovative ideas, feedback and research insights to support your business goals.
Connect with World-Class Talent
Access a pipeline of highly skilled graduates and help shape the future of the computer science curriculum to meet your talent needs as your company grows.

As an ePartner, you will receive regular updates and communications, including:

The department’s monthly eNews
The annual CSC News magazine and research publications
Select mailings from the College of Engineering and NC State University
Special lecture and seminar announcements
Key departmental news and updates

You’ll stay informed about the latest research, events and opportunities to engage with the department.

In addition to becoming an ePartner, there are many ways you can make a positive and lasting impact:

Gifts-in-kind, including lab and computer equipment
Research grants
Scholarships for students
Endowments and naming opportunities

Companies contributing $1,000 or more in non-ePartner gifts during a calendar year are recognized as Corporate Friends.

To learn more, contact us at csc-extrelations@ncsu.edu or call 919.513.4292.