The Office of Economic Engagement is a collaborative partner bringing the needs of
government, industry and future workforce together to create economic growth and job
opportunities.
What You Get
Access to Columbia's Innovation District (Innovista)
More than 500 acres that include offices, laboratories and communities focused on
technology, innovation, entrepreneurship and the creation of startup companies.
Work with Students
Undergraduate and graduate internships and research opportunities are available that
result in more high-performing individuals entering the work force.
Access to:
Innovista Research District
The University of South Carolina’s 16 schools and eight system campuses located throughout
South Carolina
University Research District facilities, including Horizon I, Discovery I and the
Public Health Research Center
Leasable wet lab space at IdeaLabs
Partners
Department of Energy
NASA Langley
SC Aerospace Task Force
SC Council on Competitiveness
SC Department of Commerce
US Army National Guard
US Council of Competitiveness
US Department of Commerce
US Navy
Challenge the conventional. Create the exceptional. No Limits.