Altoona LaunchBox supported by the Hite Family

Penn State Altoona invites local employers to participate in our annual Part-Time Job Fair, connecting organizations with motivated students seeking flexible employment opportunities during the academic year. Whether you are looking to fill positions in customer service, hospitality, healthcare, retail, recreation, office support, or other industries, the Part-Time Job Fair provides an excellent opportunity to recruit dependable and enthusiastic Penn State students. Benefits of participating include: 📍Meet qualified students face-to-face 📍Promote your organization and build brand awareness on campus 📍Fill immediate staffing needs 📍Develop a pipeline of future interns and full-time employees 📍Strengthen connections with Penn State Altoona and the local community Registration is now open, and space is limited. We encourage employers to reserve their spot early. Join us and discover how Penn State Altoona students can help your organization thrive. https://lnkd.in/gJSZUG2W

Join us for “How to Start a Side Hustle” from 12:05 to 1:05 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 20, in the Pond View Lounge of the Slep Student Center at Penn State Altoona. This event is open to all faculty, staff, students, and community members. No pre-registration required - hope to see you there!

Across Pennsylvania, our LaunchBox & Innovation Network is fueling local innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth—one community at a time. With 24 innovation spaces statewide, the network provides free access to coworking space, legal and IP resources, pitch competitions, makerspaces, mentorship, and more. Whether you're an early-stage founder, student innovator, or local entrepreneur, your nearest LaunchBox is ready to support your next step. Explore the full network & discover what’s happening in your community: https://lnkd.in/d3sQU_r Altoona LaunchBox supported by the Hite Family Berks LaunchBox Corner LaunchBox Brandywine LaunchBox Beaver Valley LaunchBox (Powered By Penn State) Happy Valley LaunchBox powered by PNC Bank Lehigh Valley LaunchBox Great Valley LaunchBox @ Penn State Harrisburg Launchbox powered by Penn State York LaunchBox, powered by Penn State Fayette LaunchBox Mont Alto LaunchBox, powered by Penn State Scranton Launchbox Shenango LaunchBox Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill LionLaunch

We’re excited to announce Global Entrepreneurship Week Penn State—coming November 17–23! This international celebration of innovation brings together entrepreneurs, small business owners, startups, and organizations through in-person and virtual events. Expect a week full of presentations, workshops, and networking designed to strengthen our entrepreneurial ecosystem. We invite you to: ✔️ Host an event: https://lnkd.in/eGNzH2_e ✔️ Registration to attend coming soon Let’s celebrate and support entrepreneurship together! #GEW2025 #PennStateGEW #Entreprenurship

Veterans. Transitioning service members. Military spouses. You have the discipline, leadership, and drive. We help you build the business. At the Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) at Penn State, we connect the military-connected community with the tools, training, and trusted guidance needed to start and grow a successful business. Through a collaborative ecosystem of support, we offer: ✔️ Expert-led entrepreneurial training ✔️ Personalized, one-on-one business mentoring ✔️ Access to capital and government contracting opportunities ✔️ Navigation across federal, state, and local small business resources Whether you’re validating a new idea or scaling your existing venture, our team is here to support every step of your journey. 🔗 Learn more about our no-cost services: vboc.psu.edu/services

🌍 Global Entrepreneurship Week at Penn State | November 17–23 Calling all entrepreneurs, innovators, and change-makers! 🚀 Join us for seven days dedicated to exploring new ideas, building connections, and turning visions into reality. From workshops to networking events, GEW 2025 is the perfect opportunity to gain insights, collaborate with peers, and take your entrepreneurial journey to the next level. Stay tuned for event details and announcements—this is a week you won’t want to miss. #GEW2025 #PennStateGEW #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #PennState