Flagship Program
Our flagship program designed to accelerate your career development through mentorship, virtual internships, hands-on projects, and professional training.
Program Details
“Our group molded into a productivity machine, We met outside our scheduled meetings to make further progress on the project.”
Trevor Hummel, Driving Forward 2021 Alumni, Small Business Relationship Manager, Heartland Bank & Trust Company
Real-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 making meaningful contributions to real business challenges.
- Duration: 10 week projects
- Commitment: 8-12 hours per week
- Format: Virtual
- Outcomes: Paid internship on resume, hard and soft skill development
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“The lessons on effective communication helped me present a complex idea to a group of stake holders clearly and confidently.”
Destiny Howell, Driving Forward 2023, PHD candidate, UT-San Antonio
Comprehensive Skills Training
Training program covering both technical and soft skills essential for career success. The courses are part of the top online training platform, Udemy.com.
- Duration: 10 training modules
- Schedule: 60-90 minutes per week
- Format: Udemy training platform
- Access: Opportunity to complete additional classes on Udemy.com
Course Details
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“Without the experience I gained through the keynot speakers and the connections to expand my network, I would not be where I am today.”
Sam Resnick, Driving Forward 2020, Senior Finance Consultant at EY
Focused Skills Workshops
Workships include soft skills plus hard skills. Relevant for the project and career skills. Career panels include roles like consulting, finance, and marketing.
- Format: 60 minute sessions
- Frequency: Weekly
- Topics: Hard skills plus soft skills relevant to the project and workplace.
- Access: Zoom meetings career panels.
Workshops
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“I was paired with an amazing mentor who helped consistently, providing valuable feedback and sharing insights on carrer paths. Her guidance encouraged me to explore more opportunities.”
Niyati Naresh, Driving Forward 2025, University Illinois Chicago 2028
One-on-One Mentorship Program
Get paired with an experienced professional for personalized career guidance, industry insights, and ongoing support throughout your professional journey.
- Duration: 4 months with mutual option to continue
- Meetings: Weekly 1-hour sessions
- Mentor: Industry professional with netowrk plus experience coaching and developing others.
- Support: Resume reviews, mock interviews, career planning
Mentorship Info
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