Monday, May 13, 2019

Biocom Institute Gets $150K Grant To Help Veterans Get Into Life Sciences

The Biocom Institute, a nonprofit which helps with workforce develompent in the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) areas, says it has received a $150,000 grant, which will help veterans gain access to careers in the life sciences. According to the Institute, the $150,000 Workforce Accelerator Fund grant came from the California Workforce Development Board. Biocom said the funding will support its "Gateway to Life Science Careers for Veterans" project, which will help recognize veterans’ existing skills and provide educational opportunities and networking with leaders from the life science industry. The program will include job matching, assessment, career symposiums and fairs, as well as workshops and mentorship programs.