What businesses are saying…

Internships and mentoring are integral to our business strategy at Union Bank of California. Notwithstanding our commitment to diversity, it simply makes good business sense for the Bank to nurture the future talent that will continue the great success of this corporation, both financially, and in providing outstanding opportunities for women and minorities. SAGE Scholars creates a win-win situation for all.

Randy Lowe, Senior Vice President for Employment and Diversity,
Union Bank of California

Although Conexant already employs a great number of interns annually, we were impressed by the quality and value of the very comprehensive SAGE Scholars program and became a founding sponsor. To remain competitive in the semiconductor industry, we invest heavily in training. SAGE Scholars enables us to mentor and cultivate high caliber students during a pivotal stage as they explore and prepare for highly specialized careers, hopefully with the Conexant team.

Dwight Decker, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Conexant Systems, Inc

Parker was one of the first to participate in the SAGE Scholars Program. We are very pleased with the initial results and look forward to participating further. It's a win-win-win program for the participant, the University, and Parker.

Stephen L. Hayes, President, Parker Aerospace Group, Parker Hannifin Corporation

We have been delighted to employ a SAGE Scholar. Recognizing Maria's obvious intelligence and willingness to learn, we quickly expanded her responsibilities. She has contributed significantly to our business operations, our educational mission, and our outreach and marketing efforts. This has been an excellent match and illustrates the value of real-world experience coupled with mentoring.

Gina Moreland, Executive Director, Habitot Children's Museum

It takes long term, visionary planning to create an effective, diverse workforce. Our interns hold their own and serve as a great investment in our future. Given the costs associated with hiring and training, the SAGE Scholars program is a minimal investment that reaps a wealth of returns.

Larry Stupski, Vice-Chairman (Retired), The Charles Schwab Corporation