Beginning Spring 2025, the College of Information Science will add more value to our undergraduate student capstone experience by partnering with dedicated professionals—and we invite you to join us as a project partner. 

The College of Information Science undergraduate capstone provides students with real-world experiences before they transition to professional careers. The program leads to significant development in their project management and communication skills while providing concrete application of their technical knowledge. It teaches students to apply what they have learned throughout their time at the U of A to tackle real problems and challenges, which they’ll do daily in their careers across a broad range of tech-driven careers. Explore recent undergraduate capstone projects.

In addition to benefiting students, partner projects benefit your organization through the projects themselves, which may include analysis of complex data questions; design, building and testing of prototypes; generation of new ideas to improve existing products or processes; and more. Working with a student capstone team also serves as an opportunity for your organization to recruit top talent.

There is no cost to the organization to sponsor an InfoSci undergraduate capstone project.

Learn More and Commit to Sponsoring a Capstone Project

Student internships demonstrate our commitment to experiential learning. Students engage with organizations from a variety of industries, gaining hands-on experience that is both enriching and career-defining. These internships often transition into full-time roles.

View additional information on college internships hosted by employers and sponsors.

Mentoring offers students a unique opportunity to receive guidance and career advice from experienced professionals. This mentorship enriches their learning journey and ensures that our academic programs remain relevant and responsive to industry trends.

Generous sponsorships from our partners support events and related learning and community initiatives. Industry support is crucial in maintaining a cutting-edge educational environment and propelling forward-thinking research in the information sciences.

The University of Arizona iShowcase is a platform where students present their projects and research to industry experts, alumni and the community at the end of each semester. This essential event highlights the practical application of their academic work, providing a bridge to career opportunities and professional recognition.

Academic research is the backbone of our institution, pushing the boundaries of knowledge in the information field. Our industry partners play a crucial role, collaborating on research projects, providing real-world data and funding groundbreaking studies. This collaboration not only advances the field but also ensures that our research has practical implications and addresses contemporary challenges.

Industry leaders contribute to the shaping of our curriculum by serving on advisory boards. Their insights help us tailor our curriculum to the evolving needs of the industry, ensuring our graduates are well-prepared to excel in their careers.

We offer professional development and continuing education opportunities, both for our students and for employees of our partner organizations through graduate degrees in data science, information science and library and information science, as well as graduate certificates in archival studies, digital curation, foundations of data science, instruction and teaching for librarians and information professionals, and legal information.

As a member of the iSchools consortium, we seek collaborative projects with our industry partners. These ventures may range from developing new technologies and applications to addressing societal challenges through information solutions. Our faculty and students collaborate with industry experts, bringing together academic theory and practical expertise.