InUnity, a hybrid word formed by merging “Innovation” and “Community,” embodies our commitment to pioneering change within the community itself. We firmly believe that true innovation emerges from the hearts and minds of the community’s own members.
InUnity represents a visionary initiative focused on nurturing innovation within local communities, ultimately driving positive societal change. At its core, InUnity champions the idea that by educating and empowering youth, communities can thrive, leading to the advancement of entire nations. In practical terms, we aim to instil a sense of empathy and responsibility in young minds toward their communities through structured engagement with stakeholders and grassroots innovators.
In pursuit of our mission, we’ve set our sites on developing products tailored for the emerging consumer base in tier-2 and tier-3 cities. Moreover, we’re dedicated to enabling students from these regions to become the creators of these products. This is accomplished by forging partnerships with educational institutions, collaborating with ecosystem partners, and tapping into the knowledge and resources offered by industry associations.
InUnity is a catalyst for change, embracing education, entrepreneurship, and community engagement as powerful tools to usher in positive transformations across societies.
To this end, we have collaborated with ComedKares and set up state of the art Innovation Hubs in regions across Karnataka like Bangalore, Tumkur, Mysore, Belagavi, Mangalore, Kalaburagi. ComedKares is also running this pilot program in AKTU, Lucknow.

InUnity LLP is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Industry Connect Manager to build and nurture strong relationships with industry professionals. This role is crucial for bridging the gap between academia and industry, providing engineering students with valuable real-world experiences and opportunities. The Industry Connect Manager will be responsible for developing and executing strategies to engage industry professionals in mentoring, workshops, curriculum validation, collaborative projects, and fundraising.

Key Responsibilities:

• Stakeholder Acquisition: Identify, target, and engage potential industry partners, including corporations, startups, research institutions, and government agencies. Develop and implement outreach strategies to connect with relevant decision-makers.

• Industry Relationship Building: Identify, cultivate, and maintain strong relationships with key individuals and organizations in relevant industries. Develop a robust network of industry contacts.
• Identify industry Mentors and Management: Identify experienced professionals to serve as mentors for engineering students, providing guidance on career paths, industry trends, and professional development. Manage the mentor-mentee relationship and ensure effective communication.
• Problem Statement Sourcing: Proactively identify and collect real-world problem statements from industry partners. Understand their challenges and translate them into actionable projects for our programs.
• Reporting and Tracking: Maintain accurate records of stakeholder interactions, partnerships, and problem statements. Track key metrics and report on progress regularly.
• Workshop and Training Coordination: Organize and coordinate industry-led workshops, seminars, and training sessions for students, covering relevant industry skills, technologies, and best practices.
• Curriculum Validation and Enhancement: Engage industry experts in the review and validation of program curricula, ensuring alignment with current industry needs and standards. Gather feedback and incorporate it into curriculum updates.
• Academia-Industry Collaborations: Develop and manage collaborative projects between academia and industry, such as hackathons, design challenges, joint research projects, and other initiatives.
• Internship and Placement Support: Facilitate internship and placement opportunities for students with industry partners, providing support throughout the application and onboarding process.
• Fundraising and Sponsorships: Identify and secure sponsorships and funding from industry partners for events, programs, and student projects. Develop and execute fundraising strategies.
• Industry Insights and Trend Analysis: Stay up-to-date on industry trends, emerging technologies, and skill requirements, providing valuable insights to the organization and students.
• Strategy Development: Develop and implement strategies to effectively bridge the industry-academia gap, ensuring that students are well-prepared for the workforce.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Number of active industry partnerships established.
• Number of students participating in industry-led workshops and events.
• Number of industry professionals serving as mentors.
• Number of successful student internships and placements.
• Amount of funds raised from industry sponsorships.
• Level of student satisfaction with industry engagement activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Proven experience in industry relations, business development, or a similar role.
• Strong network of contacts in relevant industries (preferred).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships. 1 
• Experience in event planning and fundraising.
• Strong understanding of the engineering education landscape and industry needs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

To Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter to hr@inunity.in. Please include “Industry Connect Manager  Application” in the subject line.