OCAST Launches New Website

August 14, 2009 – The Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology (OCAST) recently launched a new Web site, Service Provider Network and Online Intern Database available at http://ocast.ok.gov. The site features audio broadcasts, online registration for workshops, service providers, solicitation listings and internship opportunities in technology. Other resources for researchers, innovators and entrepreneurs also are available.

The Service Provider Network enables visitors to find qualified third-party resources to develop innovative and advanced technology ideas, management services, processes or products and build commercial enterprises.

The Online Intern Database provides an avenue to increase science and technology education and experience for college students and faculty members in Oklahoma. Students have the opportunity to be connected with a potential future employer. The new system provides services for students, faculty and businesses. Advantages include the following:

• Students – search for internships based on personal criteria; place resume online for view by Oklahoma companies and receive email notifications when a new internship is posted based on specified criteria.
• Faculty – search internship opportunities at an Oklahoma applied research center; enhance experiences outside academia; continue professional development. Faculty members can sign up for email notifications for new internships.
• Businesses – post internship opportunities available at their company and search for students and faculty members who meet their specific requirements.