Infosys Foundation USA has partnered with the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE) and MakerUSA to strengthen digital workforce development across the United States. The collaboration aims to build 21st-century digital skills, expand inclusive career pathways, and support communities preparing for a technology-driven economy.
At NACCE’s Annual Conference in Coronado, California, Infosys Foundation USA announced the winners of its Digital Workforce Innovation Program. Six institutions — including community colleges, four-year universities, and historically Black colleges — were selected to receive funding to enhance workforce readiness initiatives that encourage innovation, problem-solving, and digital fluency.
NACCE led the competitive selection process, prioritizing schools with strong plans for sustainability, alignment with workforce needs, and measurable outcomes. As part of the 18-month program, the institutions will receive financial support, expert coaching, technical assistance, peer collaboration, and opportunities for student mentorship and research.
To scale access to digital learning, awardees will integrate Infosys Springboard, a platform offering more than 11,000 modules on AI, cloud computing, data analytics, professional skills, and other in-demand areas. Participants will also benefit from SkillPointe, NACCE’s career exploration technology that provides guidance on skilled trades, training, scholarships, salaries, and job prospects.
Leadership from NACCE and Infosys Foundation USA emphasized that the initiative demonstrates the power of higher education and corporate collaboration to create future-ready talent. MakerUSA will contribute by connecting institutions to a nationwide network of organizations focused on inclusive maker education and ensuring alignment with local labor market needs.
Over the next two years, this program is expected to reach more than 3,000 learners, helping them gain access to sustainable pathways in STEM and equipping them to succeed in the age of artificial intelligence.
