Connecting industry professionals with regional high school students in need of mentorship or guidance.
February 2 - April 10 | Weekly Virtual Meetings + Two In-Person Events
Be an additional mentor to students creating a mobile app and host one-hour weekly virtual meetings. Join the in-person the kickoff event in February to welcome students and the final pitch event where all students will share their mobile app idea to compete for $20,000 (split evenly among the team). Mentors provide constructive criticism about their app, encourage a problem-solving mindset, and offer advice about STEM in general.
Take part in one, two, or three Cohorts | In-Person or Virtual
June Cohort: June 15 - June 26
July Cohort: July 13 - July 24
August Cohort: August 10 - August 21
Act as a mentor to the participants of L.A.U.N.C.H. and encourage them to pursue an active role in the future of STEM. Your commitment can be anywhere from 2-16 hours of volunteer time per Cohort, spread out over 2-16 weeks, depending on your level of involvement. As a L.A.U.N.C.H. mentor, you'll have the chance to inspire and empower students to pursue their dreams and aspirations while sharing your expertise, insights, and experiences to help them navigate their career paths.
Internships
Flexible Scheduling | In-Person or Virtual
Showcase your company culture, support your team, and invest in the future of STEM by hosting a high school-level intern. Internships are flexible and customizable to fit your company’s needs while giving students real-world exposure to STEM careers. Make a meaningful impact on the next generation of talent!
Job Shadowing
Flexible Scheduling | In-Person
Showcase your company culture and give students a behind-the-scenes look at STEM careers through a one-day job shadow. This low-lift opportunity allows your team to inspire students, share real-world insights, and help them explore potential career paths.
Ready to help empower the next generation of Pittsburgh’s workforce?
Have questions? Contact Rafalene Costanza at rcostanza@pghtech.org.
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