Living Wage and Job Availability Study Unveiled

This analysis, which defines a living wage in GO Virginia Region 3 and assesses the availability of jobs that meet or exceed this threshold, will inform and guide workforce and economic development strategies.

More Companies are Hiring and Upskilling Talent with ATDM

Companies can participate in multiple ways: by hiring skilled graduates, sending new hires for accelerated training or upskilling existing employees.

Industry 4.0 Kiosk Allows for Customizable Manufacturing Scenarios

This interactive feature illustrates the adaptability of Industry 4.0 systems, where workflows aren’t hardcoded but can be modified without extensive reprogramming.

Additive Manufacturing & Advanced Materials Hub Wins Award

IALR is a proud partner in Virginia's Additive Manufacturing & Advanced Materials (AM²) Tech Hub, a regional initiative uniting Virginia’s advanced materials and additive manufacturing ecosystem. AM² was one of several innovation star award winners.

Featured Opportunity: Work at IALR

We are hiring for a variety of open positions across our different programs and focus areas. IALR offers competitive pay and benefits, growth opportunities and a collaborative culture.

Browse Open Positions

From IALR Leaders

As we celebrate this holiday season and prepare to welcome a new year, I want to express my sincere appreciation to our partners, the people and organizations we serve, and the entire Southern Virginia community.

Together, we’ve made incredible strides in advancing innovation, workforce development and economic growth. The impact of our collective work is changing lives and reaching far beyond our region.

This season serves as a reminder of the power of collaboration and the importance of intentionally investing in one another. May your holidays be filled with peace, joy and meaningful time with family and friends.

I look forward to continuing to work with our partners to build on this momentum in 2026 as we continue to drive innovation and create impactful opportunities for all.

- Telly Tucker, IALR President

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The IALR campus will be closed Dec. 22-Jan. 4 for the holiday season.
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Three IALR Employees Earn Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification – Read

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