Industry Collaboration With FDU Vancouver

Shape Talent. Drive Innovation. Transform Lives Through Education.

At Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU) Vancouver Campus, we believe the strongest educational experiences are built through meaningful collaboration with industry professionals and community leaders. Your expertise plays a vital role in preparing globally minded graduates who are ready to contribute from day one. 

Program Advisory Committee 

Help Shape the Future of Education 

Join the FDU Vancouver Program Advisory Committees and directly influence the development of our academic programs. As committee members, industry professionals will collaborate with faculty and university leadership in an advisory capacity to ensure the curriculum stays relevant, practical, and aligned with evolving industry needs.  

Your impact: 

  • Provide insights into emerging trends, skills, and workforce demands 
  • Review and advise on curriculum design and program outcomes 
  • Strengthening the alignment between academic learning and real-world application 
  • Help ensure graduates are career-ready and globally competitive 

Open to senior professionals, industry experts, entrepreneurs, and community leaders passionate about education and workforce development at FDU Vancouver. Professionals in business, health, hospitality, humanities, HR, technology, data analytics, social work, and industrial psychology are invited to contribute their expertise and make a meaningful impact. 

Undergraduate Programs 

Graduate Programs 

For more information, please contact FDU Vancouver Associate Provost Ramin Shadmehr at r.shadmehr@fdu.edu.  

Industry professionals interested in joining the community are encouraged to complete the application form: FDU Vancouver Program Advisory Committee Application Form – Fill out form  

FDU Vancouver Industry Sponsored Student Projects 

Solve Real Challenges with Fresh Perspectives 

Partner with FDU Vancouver by sponsoring student-led projects that address your real business or community challenges. These projects allow students to apply their knowledge in practical settings while delivering innovative solutions for your organization. 

What you can expect: 

  • Collaborative project design aligned with your organizational goals 
  • Access to interdisciplinary student teams guided by faculty 
  • Fresh insights, research, and problem-solving approaches 
  • Opportunities to identify future talent 

Benefits to your organization: 

  • Cost-effective innovation support 
  • New ideas backed by academic research 
  • Stronger connections with emerging talent 

Capstone Project Opportunities by Programs 

Host an FDU Vancouver Internship 

Develop Talent While Building Your Workforce 

Provide meaningful internship opportunities and help students gain hands-on experience in professional environments. Internship sponsorship enables you to mentor students while identifying strong candidates for future employment. You and your organization can give back and be an active contributor to the future workforce of BC and Canada.  

Your role: 

  • Offer structured, real-world learning experiences 
  • Mentor and guide student interns 
  • Provide feedback to support development and growth 

Benefits to you: 

  • Build a talent pipeline tailored to your organization 
  • Increase productivity with motivated and skilled students 
  • Strengthen your brand as an employer of choice 
  • Contribute to the development of future professionals 

Internship Opportunities by Program 

Email careerservicesv@fdu.edu to connect with one of our career services team members to learn more about FDU Vancouver internship opportunities.  

Why Collaborate with FDU Vancouver?  

FDU Vancouver offers industry organizations a unique opportunity to engage with a dynamic, globally minded academic environment while driving meaningful impact in the region. By collaborating with experienced faculty and researchers, industry partners can tap into applied expertise, innovative thinking, and research-driven insights that address current business challenges. 

  • Access a diverse, globally focused student body 
  • Collaborate with experienced faculty and researchers 
  • Strengthen ties between industry, academia, and community 
  • Contribute to economic and social impact in the region 

Learn more: Employer Engagement & Opportunities | FDU Vancouver Services