A 10-week paid internship built around your career
Our flagship program accelerates your career development through a real-world business project, professional skills training, weekly workshops, and one-on-one mentorship. Fully virtual. Completely free.
Program at a Glance
Four pillars of the program
The flagship program combines four complementary tracks — each designed to give you real skills, real experience, and real connections in your target field.
Real-World Project
Work on a five-person team led by an experienced coach on a real business challenge. Paid internship credit on your resume.
View detailsSkills Training
10 modules on Udemy covering technical and soft skills essential for career success, with continued access after the program.
View detailsWeekly Workshops
60-minute Zoom sessions covering hard and soft skills, plus career panels with professionals in consulting, finance, and marketing.
View details1-on-1 Mentorship
Get matched with an industry professional for four months of personalized coaching, resume reviews, and network access.
View detailsReal-World Project Experience
Work on a project as part of a five-person team led by a coach with professional experience. Gain hands-on experience while building your portfolio and contributing to real business challenges.
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Our group molded into a productivity machine. We met outside our scheduled meetings to make further progress on the project.
Small Business Relationship Manager, Heartland Bank & Trust
Comprehensive Skills Training
A training program covering technical and soft skills delivered through Udemy. You'll have the opportunity to keep learning and complete additional courses even after the program ends.
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The lessons on effective communication helped me present a complex idea to a group of stakeholders clearly and confidently.
PhD Candidate, UT San Antonio
Focused Skills Workshops
Weekly 60-minute Zoom sessions covering hard and soft skills relevant to your project and your career. Career panels bring professionals from consulting, finance, marketing, and more directly to you.
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Without the experience I gained through the keynote speakers and the connections to expand my network, I would not be where I am today.
Senior Finance Consultant, EY
One-on-One Mentorship
Get paired with an experienced industry professional for personalized career guidance. Your mentor brings real experience in your target field — not just advice, but warm introductions and direct network access.
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I was paired with an amazing mentor who helped me consistently — providing valuable feedback and sharing insights on career paths. Her guidance encouraged me to explore more opportunities.
University of Illinois Chicago, Class of 2028
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