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BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT

UPCOMING EVENTS:

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Jun 9

Jun 9, 2025

2025 Teacher Tours

Jun 9, 2025

Classes are June 9th, June 10th, June 11th, and June 12th from 9:00am - 4:30pm. Click for more information and to register.

Jun 9, 2025

Jun 16

Jun 16, 2025 – Jun 18, 2025

Middle School STEAM Camp

Jun 16, 2025 – Jun 18, 2025

For incoming 6th- 8th-grade students from Appalachian Ohio Counties.

Jun 16, 2025 – Jun 18, 2025

Jul 28

Jul 28, 2025 – Aug 1, 2025

High School STEAM Camp

Jul 28, 2025 – Aug 1, 2025

For incoming 9th-12th-grade students from Appalachian Ohio Counties.

Jul 28, 2025 – Aug 1, 2025

Community & Career Connected Learning Summit

Sep 26

Sep 26, 2025

Community & Career Connected Learning Summit

Sep 26, 2025

Students as Pathmakers

Supporting our region’s economy today and tomorrow.

Sep 26, 2025

Schedule Makerspace Classes

Annual Events

BB2C’s mission is to foster student, business, & community relationships to inspire career choice through experience, entrepreneurship, and education.

We envision a region of successful students, prosperous businesses, and thriving communities.

We do this through our eight-point approach:

Building Relationships

Bridging Sectors

Responding to Community

Hands-On Learning

Entrepreneurial Mindset

Research & Evidence Based

Comprehensive Support

Growth & Development

Our Network expands throughout Appalachia, OH.

Open Internship Opportunities

Digital Marketing Intern

BUSINESS: WSI Digital Marketing
LOCATION: Vienna, WV

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Web Design Intern

BUSINESS: Marietta/Belpre Health Department
LOCATION: Marietta, OH

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Stories from the Epicenter

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Apr 26, 2025

Students as Pathmakers: Tech Internships

Apr 26, 2025

At the end of March, Ethan and Gabby had a chance to come full circle by presenting on behalf of AI Owl at BB2C’s Discover IT Day. They are now the business representatives connecting with students from in and around Washington County to encourage and inspire students to explore career opportunities in the tech industry. This includes the opportunity to apply for the 2025 HSTI program, which is currently accepting applications from both students and businesses.

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Apr 26, 2025

Mar 28, 2025

Celebrating Our 2024 Business Partners of the Year!

Mar 28, 2025

Each year, we recognize outstanding business partners who have gone above and beyond to support career exploration and community and career connected learning. We had the opportunity to announce and recognize our 2024 Business Partners of the Year at our annual Education After Hours event.

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Mar 28, 2025

Mar 19, 2025

You’re Invited to Education After Hours!

Mar 19, 2025

“Education After Hours is more than just a networking event — it’s an opportunity to continually invest in our community,” said Dan Weaver, BB2C board member and Vice President of HR and Support Services of Memorial Health System. “When businesses, educators, and community leaders collaborate, students gain access to opportunities that prepare them for success. Moreover, these same students are provided with opportunities and careers right here in our own community. Keeping these students here in our community is essential to meeting future workforce needs and BB2C is instrumental in coordinating those collaborations".

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Mar 19, 2025

Feb 28, 2025

STEAM Stories: Community Narratives Inspire Careers

Feb 28, 2025

STEAM Stories is more than just a career resource—it’s a bridge between students and professionals in their communities. The project collects real-life stories from post-secondary students, professors, and professionals in various STEAM fields. Share your STEAM story to inspire students with their future careers.

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Feb 28, 2025

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