(a) UMBC shall administer the Program. (b) To carry out the purposes of the Program, UMBC, in collaboration with the Department of Commerce, shall: (1) Utilize an Internet site through which: (i) Students may learn about technology–based businesses, technology–based positions in units of State and local governments, and internship opportunities; (ii) Technology–based businesses may register, post information about internship opportunities, and apply for reimbursement of internship stipends as provided under this subtitle; and (iii) Units of State and local governments may register, post information about technology–based internship opportunities, and apply for reimbursement of internship stipends as provided under this subtitle; (2) Develop application and registration requirements; (3) Develop orientation and training programs for participants in the Program; (4) Review applications and award reimbursements of internship stipends under this subtitle; (5) Provide opportunities for students to meet entrepreneurs, visit technology–related industry incubators, and learn about starting a business in the State; (6) Provide recruitment and training opportunities and support for for students to meet entrepreneurs, visit technology–related industry incubators, and learn about starting a business in the State; (6) Provide recruitment and training opportunities and support for participating businesses and units of State and local government; and (7) Track and assess Program outcomes.
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