Talent Resources
Your ability to succeed is rooted in acquiring and retaining world-class talent. Our team helps you acquire talent, manages employee transition, relocation, and dual-careers, so you can create a vibrant live, work, play environment for you and your business.
Housing Information
The cities of West Lafayette (home of Purdue University) and Lafayette are nestled between Chicago and Indianapolis, making the ever-growing community a central hub for thriving culture and business, yet small enough to still be accessible.
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Relocation Support
We can assist in finding housing, childcare, schools, elder care, and employment opportunities for your spouse/partner.
A great job will bring you here, but a great community will keep you here. People from all walks of life are proud to call Greater Lafayette home. Our bustling community offers a warm, diverse, affordable, and innovative place for you to lay down your roots.
Below is a list of relocation services:
The Greater Lafayette area of Indiana is a vibrant community of families, local businesses, and innovative entrepreneurs located in between Chicago and Indianapolis. One of the fastest growing communities in the Midwest, the Greater Lafayette area provides a thriving culture to live and work.
Art Museum of Greater Lafayette
Visitor’s Guide
Lafayette-West Lafayette Convention and Visitors Bureau
Parks
Lafayette Parks and Recreation
West Lafayette Parks and Recreation
Volunteer Opportunities
Lafayette Habitat for Humanity
Pride Lafayette Community Center
Lafayette Adult Resource Academy
Red Cross-West Central Indiana Chapter
Lafayette Transitional Housing Center
United Way of Greater Lafayette
Community and Economy
Child Care Services
The Child Care Resource Network
Public Schools
West Lafayette Community School Corporation
Private Schools
Montessori School of Greater Lafayette
Families with Special Needs
Greater Lafayette Area Special Services (G.L.A.S.S)
Special Needs Child Care in Lafayette
Little Star ABA Therapy: Autism Therapy
Parenting Networks
Purdue Parent and Family Connections
Senior and Adult Care
Elder Care and Assisted Living
Military
Purdue Veterans Success Center
Purdue Military Research Initiative
Ivy Tech Community College Veteran Services
Transportation
The Greater Lafayette community recognizes and supports diverse races, ethnicities, genders, religions, disabilities and sexual orientation to maintain an inclusive community. Below are a few helpful organizations that focus specifically on ways to help build on our strengths and connect as a diverse culture.
Purdue Asian American and Asian Resource Cultural Center
Purdue Diversity Resource Office
Purdue Native American Educational and Cultural Center
Networking, community involvement and professional development can be helpful components when transitioning to a new community. Below are a short list of opportunities to get involved with local networking groups.
Association of Women Business Owners
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Build Your Future Here
Purdue Research Foundation strongly believes that attracting and retaining top-tier employees is contingent on meeting the needs of dual career couples. Our services assist in ensuring you and your family are prepared for a smooth transition into the community.
Finding suitable career opportunities for both the prospective employee and their spouse/partner is often a critical component of a candidate’s decision to relocate. Our Dual Career services are designed to ease that decision by providing employment assistance to the spouse/partner of the newly hired Purdue Research Foundation employee and/or Research Park staff. Our staff can assist you with:
- Job Search Assistance
- Information and Referrals to Job Openings
- Career Planning
- Informational Workshops
- Support and Advice on Resumes and Cover Letters
- Networking Opportunities
- Community and Volunteer Referrals
- Information about Local Area Employers
- Resources on Relocation
For more information or questions about our services, please contact: Director of Talent, Josh Curry: jgcurry@prf.org
Networking, community involvement and professional development can be helpful components when transitioning to a new community. Below is a list of local networking opportunities.
Association of Women Business Owners
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Upskilling
We can help you tap into a variety of continuing education opportunities at Purdue University and in the Greater Lafayette community. Opportunities range from subject matter certifications to degree programs at all levels.