OK SB387

Expands the definition of "eligible student" for the STEM Workforce Pipeline Program to include students enrolled in technology center schools under the State Board of Career and Technology Education, in addition to undergraduate and graduate students at higher education institutions

Eligible STEM disciplines include natural sciences, computer science, materials science, engineering, biomedical, biotechnical, data analytics, finance, mathematics, and related support areas for Oklahoma high-tech companies

Applicant organizations seeking internship funds must provide at least 50% matching funds from non-state sources for proposed projects

Program administered by Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology awards competitive internship funds to Oklahoma-based nonprofits and private enterprises to hire student interns for innovative industry projects

Effective date: November 1, 2025