Innovate Alabama Talent Pilot Program application portal closing tomorrow

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May 22, 2025

Alabama businesses looking to shape the future of the state’s workforce can apply for the Innovate Alabama Talent Pilot Program until Friday at 5 p.m. CST.

The one-year pilot initiative aims to support Alabama-based industry partners in launching and testing innovative, work-based talent development models. These can include paid internships, STEM-focused education, and hands-on entrepreneurship training designed to strengthen the state’s talent pipeline.

Eligible proposals must:

Be led by an Alabama-based industry partner focused on talent development.
Target students or educators in K-12, higher education, or the adult workforce.
Emphasize STEM and/or entrepreneurship.
Demonstrate clear goals, measurable outcomes, and a plan for scalability.
Prioritize regional, rural, or collaborative efforts.

Organizations selected for the program will receive one-year grants to pilot strategies that better prepare Alabamians for future jobs and boost long-term workforce competitiveness across the state.

For more details or to apply, visit innovatealabama.org. Questions may be directed to stayandgrow@innovatealabama.org.

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