Programs

 

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Virtual Mentoring program

Virtual Mentoring is our way of connecting countless students with professional mentors from across the nation. Students in Middle and High school have the opportunity to connect with and learn from professionals representing diverse career fields ranging from Education, Entrepreneurs, Finance, Government, Medical, Technology and more for a virtual learning experience. More virtual dates will be announced soon!

Students

This is an exciting opportunity to connect with professionals from around the country in career fields that interest you. Our program is for Middle and High school students who are curious about career pathways and how to access opportunities to internships and more. You will need a computer or smartphone, internet access, and an open mind to learn more about the endless opportunities that await you. Sign up today!

Professionals

We have an awesome opportunity for you to pay it forward by mentoring our future leaders of tomorrow.  Mentors can expect to share their career journey in a powerpoint format for Middle and High school students interested in learning more about their career and steps to take to best position them for success. Mentoring experiences will be one hour with Q&A to conclude. Sign up today to play your part in creating a brighter future for all our young people!

 

MENTORING PROGRAM

We have weekly group mentoring for Middle and High School students focused on Exposure, Access, and Skill Development to prepare our youth for conquering their future.

 

Availability

Wednesdays | 6pm to 8pm


Location

Baxter Community Center
935 Baxter Street SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49506

 

YOUTH ETIQUETTE DINNER

Our annual Youth Etiquette Dinner offers young people the opportunity to learn professional dinner etiquette, while dining with local professionals. This event was created to orientate young people to the professional dinner table and equip them with the tools to feel confident navigating the table.

NEXT DINNER OPPORTUNITY:

Wednesday, October 23rd, 2024

Time: 6-8pm

More details coming soon!

 

SPEED NETWORKING

Speed Networking provides local youth the opportunity to meet numerous professionals across industries in 60 minutes. Youth spend 2 minutes with each professional in efforts to build opportunity networks for ALL students.

NEXT SPEED NETWORKING OPPORTUNITY:

Wednesday, May 22nd, 2024

Time: 6-8pm

more details coming soon!


 

JOB SHADOW

Youth everywhere need access to Job-Shadowing to create accelerated roadmaps for career attainment. We partner with local companies who are committed to offering career exposure to youth on an ongoing basis.

If you have a student interested in shadowing one of our Community Partners listed, please contact us for more details.

 

Highlight Reels

 
 

Endless Opportunities Youth Etiquette Dinner

Young People from all over Grand Rapids in Middle or High School were able to receive professional dinner etiquette training, while dining with local profess...

 

Speed Networking

 

7th Annual Back to School Celebration

Checkout our 7th Annual Back to School Celebration for young people in the Grand Rapids Community. Students were able to get FREE hair cuts/styles, school su...