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PARTNER INTEREST

There are several exciting ways for you to make a positive impact on students. Check off what you are interested in, and we will contact you about opportunities.

Short term engagement

Bullet (•) beside each title below indicates possible virtual activity

detailed descriptions

  • Guest Speak •

    Speak to a class about your industry, company, and career path.

    Prep time: <2 hours; Engagement time: 45 minutes to 1 hour; Impact: 30-45 students (*AC)

  • Worksite Tour

    Host a group of students for part of the day in your workplace.

    Prep time: <2 hours; Engagement time: 1 to 3 hours; Impact: 30-45 students (*AC)

  • Career Fair •

    Speak to students about your industry, company, and career path.

    Prep time: <1 hour; Engagement time: 1 to 3 hours; Impact: 30+ students (*AC)

  • Resume Review •

    Provide guidance to student(s) on their resume development.

    Prep time: <1 hour; Engagement time: 15 to 45 minutes; Impact: 1-3 students

  • Informational Interview •

    Speak to a student in person, on the phone, or video conference to answer questions about your industry, company, or career path.

    Prep time: <1 hour; Engagement time: 15 to 45 minutes; Impact: 1-3 students (*AC)

  • Job Shadow

    Host a student at your worksite for a half or full day.

    Prep time: <2 to 5 hours; Engagement time: 4 to 6 hours; Impact: 1-3 students per employee (*ASC)

  • Mock Interview •

    Simulated professional job interview.

    Prep time: <1 hours; Engagement time: 15 to 45 minutes; Impact: 1 student per interview (*AC)

  • Skills Workshops •

    Session to teach a specific skill (Microsoft program, coding, etc.).

    Prep time: <1 hour; Engagement time: 1 to 2 hours; Impact: 5-25 students per session (*SC)

  • Guest Judge

    Judge student projects, competition, or expo event.

    Prep time: <1 hour; Engagement time: 1 to 5 hours (contingent on event); Impact: 30-100+ students (*AC)

Long term engagement

Bullet (•) beside each title below indicates possible virtual activity

detailed descriptions

  • Internship or Apprenticeship •

    Host a high-quality paid intern.

    Prep time: <2 to 5 hours; Engagement time: 80+ supervision hours; Impact: 1 student per supervisor (*ASC)

  • Mentor / Project Mentor •

    Mentor a student or group of students.

    Prep time: <1 hour; Engagement time: 30 minutes to 1 hour per session; 80+ total hours, Impact: 1-5 students (*ASC)

  • Financial or In-kind Contributions •

    Help the academy or academies by donating funds or providing needed resources.

  • Join the Advisory Board •

    CEEC Foundation advisory board membes work closely with academy leadership to provide comprehensive, ongoing support to academy staff and students. Membes act as ambassdors in their networks and communities to create opportunities for CEEC students.

    Engagement time: 3 to 4 hours per month