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title: Corporate Relations
date: 2026-02-26T11:56:00-05:00
author: Gabrielle Minor
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# Corporate Relations

*University of Maryland*

**Corporate Relations**

Partner with UMD to accelerate innovation, attract talent and maximize impact.



## Why UMD

As a leading public research institution, UMD is committed to creating solutions, developing talent and strengthening communities for tomorrow.


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- **#10** — among public universities _(Forbes America's Top Colleges)_

- **#9 ** — among U.S. public institutions and No. 14 overall for research and development spending _(National Science Foundation's Higher Education Research and Development Survey)_

- **70** — colleges, schools and programs ranked in the top 25 nationwide _(2025 U.S. News & World Report)_



## Partner with UMD


The [Office of University Corporate Relations](https://universityrelations.umd.edu/corporate/about-us) is here to support industry   
in connecting with our exceptional students and faculty to build   
high-impact, high-value partnerships.

- [Contact Us](https://universityrelations.umd.edu/corporate/about-us)



### Research Collaboration and Faculty Expertise

As one of the world’s premier research institutions, the University of Maryland strives to transform lives by discovering new knowledge and putting it to work to benefit the state, our nation, and the global community. UMD research is fueled by more than 4,600 faculty developing innovative solutions to critically important national and global challenges.

- [Research Partnerships](https://research.umd.edu/partnerships)
- [Research Centers](https://research.umd.edu/capabilities/research-centers-and-institutes)
- [Core Facilities](https://research.umd.edu/capabilities/core-facilities)
- [Licensing and IP: UM Ventures](https://www.umventures.org/for-industry)
- [Discovery District Maryland](https://discoverydistrictmd.org/)


### Talent Recruitment and Workforce Development

Hire our talented Terps and invest in the skills and success of your team.

- [Career Fairs and Employer Relations](https://careers.umd.edu/who-we-help/employers)
- [Student Internships](https://careers.umd.edu/who-we-help/employers/recruit-hire-terps/post-jobs-internships)
- [Executive Education and Employee Upskilling](https://exst.umd.edu/professionals-and-post-baccalaureates/executive-education-programs)
- [Alumni Networks](https://alumni.umd.edu/resources/corporate-engagement)


### Student Support and Engagement

Help prepare the next generation of leaders to tackle real-world challenges. Support a campus culture that cultivates curiosity, promotes innovation, and prioritizes student well-being.

- [Capstones and Experiential Learning](https://universityrelations.umd.edu/corporate/capstones-and-experiential-learning)
- [Student Programs and Wellness](https://studentaffairs.umd.edu/support-resources/development/corporate-sponsorship-philanthropy)
- [Contact University Corporate Relations](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfA-Ji92hWKV6JWxR4pTewa_pQq-oLv9e4T_CFu0KHJnO1fKQ/viewform)




- **Innovation & Entrepreneurship** — Discover why UMD is ranked among the nation’s top entrepreneurial institutions and learn how your organization can engage with us to drive innovation forward.  
  
[Innovation Gateway](https://innovate.umd.edu/)  
[xFoundry](https://www.xfoundry.org/)
- **Community Building & Social Responsibility** — Partner with the nation’s first “Do Good” campus to make a meaningful impact while connecting your brand to the community.  
  
[Do Good Campus](https://giving.umd.edu/do-good-campus)  
[Center of Community Engagement](https://communityengagement.umd.edu/)
- **Strategic Investments** — Elevate your organization’s presence on campus through branding and naming opportunities, or other strategic engagements. We welcome the chance to connect.  
  
[Contact University Corporate Relations](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfA-Ji92hWKV6JWxR4pTewa_pQq-oLv9e4T_CFu0KHJnO1fKQ/viewform)