{"id":8515,"date":"2026-05-21T12:07:42","date_gmt":"2026-05-21T12:07:42","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/gpstrianglenews.com\/index.php\/2026\/05\/21\/capture-columbia-program-returns-to-connect-students-with-local-opportunities\/"},"modified":"2026-05-21T12:07:42","modified_gmt":"2026-05-21T12:07:42","slug":"capture-columbia-program-returns-to-connect-students-with-local-opportunities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gpstrianglenews.com\/index.php\/2026\/05\/21\/capture-columbia-program-returns-to-connect-students-with-local-opportunities\/","title":{"rendered":"Capture Columbia Program Returns to Connect Students with Local Opportunities"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"236\" data-end=\"426\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Columbia Opportunity Resource<\/span><\/span> (COR) is once again offering college students and interns a chance to build meaningful connections in the Midlands through its Capture Columbia program.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"634\">The free initiative, designed for students working or interning in the greater <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Columbia<\/span><\/span> area, will run from May 27 through June 24. Registration is currently open at ourcor.org.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"636\" data-end=\"1006\">Capture Columbia aims to introduce participants to the professional and social landscape of the region while fostering enthusiasm for building a future in Columbia. The program features weekly sessions held on Wednesday evenings from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., offering a mix of networking, professional development, and behind-the-scenes experiences at well-known local venues.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1391\">&ldquo;I fell in love with Columbia for many reasons, because I saw so many opportunities,&rdquo; said <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Daniel Rickenmann<\/span><\/span> during the Summer 2021 Capture Columbia graduation. &ldquo;I challenge these students to think about Columbia when making their career choices. What COR is doing for our city is incredible, and with Capture Columbia on your r&eacute;sum&eacute;, people are going to notice.&rdquo;<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1669\">Participants will have the opportunity to meet a wide range of professionals, including government officials, business leaders, and executives from companies with strong internship and entry-level hiring pipelines. Students must attend all five events to complete the program.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"ox0v8v\" data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1689\">Event Schedule<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"2787\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1hhx31s\" data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1894\"><strong data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1728\">May 27 &ndash; Bingo Networking Night<\/strong><br data-start=\"1728\" data-end=\"1731\" \/>Kick off the program at Savage Craft Ale Works with a relaxed, interactive networking event designed to help students build confidence in engaging professionals.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1c8i7nu\" data-start=\"1896\" data-end=\"2116\"><strong data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"1924\">June 3 &ndash; Table for Six<\/strong><br data-start=\"1924\" data-end=\"1927\" \/>Held at the <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Koger Center for the Arts<\/span><\/span>, this small-group dinner pairs participants with community leaders for in-depth conversations about leadership, growth, and career paths.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"xh5e5c\" data-start=\"2118\" data-end=\"2339\"><strong data-start=\"2120\" data-end=\"2156\">June 10 &ndash; Career Growth Keynotes<\/strong><br data-start=\"2156\" data-end=\"2159\" \/>Taking place at the <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Girl Scouts of South Carolina Mountains to Midlands<\/span><\/span> Leadership Center, this session features keynote speakers offering practical guidance on launching a career in Columbia.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1nlwx68\" data-start=\"2341\" data-end=\"2523\"><strong data-start=\"2343\" data-end=\"2368\">June 17 &ndash; Career Fair<\/strong><br data-start=\"2368\" data-end=\"2371\" \/>Hosted at the <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center<\/span><\/span>, students can connect with employers, receive r&eacute;sum&eacute; feedback, and participate in mock interviews.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"7xr8i6\" data-start=\"2525\" data-end=\"2787\"><strong data-start=\"2527\" data-end=\"2569\">June 24 &ndash; Capture Columbia Celebration<\/strong><br data-start=\"2569\" data-end=\"2572\" \/>The program concludes at <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">701 Whaley<\/span><\/span> with a networking celebration bringing together students, alumni, and community leaders. Participants will be recognized with a special commemoration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2789\" data-end=\"2987\">The program is open to any college student participating in a summer internship, apprenticeship, or job in the Columbia area. Employers may also nominate candidates through the registration process.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2989\" data-end=\"3045\">For additional details or to register, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/ourcor.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ourcor.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Columbia Opportunity Resource (COR) is once again offering college students and interns a chance to build meaningful connections in the Midlands through its Capture Columbia program. The free initiative, designed for students working or interning in the greater Columbia area, will run from May 27 through June 24. 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