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Career Launchers

Empower the Next Generation by Partnering with IgnitingTalent

Become a Career Launcher with IgnitingTalent

Shape the Future by Mentoring High School Students

Your business can play a pivotal role in shaping the future of young talent by partnering with IgnitingTalent as a Career Launcher. Career Launchers are  businesses that partner with IgnitingTalent to provide high school juniors and seniors with hands-on micro-internships.

These short-term, real-world experiences are invaluable and help students explore diverse career paths, discover their passions, and build essential skills. However, it’s not just a one way road of opportunity. From assistance on projects to strengthening your hiring pool,  your business will be immersed in some great advantages as well.

Benefits for Businesses

Make a difference, one student at a time.

  • Mentorship Opportunities

    Provide guidance and support to the next generation, fostering personal and professional growth in young talent.

  • Community Engagement

    Enhance your business's reputation and commitment to social responsibility by actively contributing to the community.

  • Access to Emerging Talent

    Identify and connect with motivated young professionals, creating a pipeline for future recruitment and reducing hiring costs.

  • Fresh Perspective

    Benefit from the innovative ideas and fresh viewpoints that students bring, potentially driving creativity and innovation within your team.

  • Enhanced Team Morale

    Boost employee engagement and satisfaction by involving your team in meaningful mentorship and training roles.

  • Increased Productivity

    Gain additional support for your projects with enthusiastic interns and focus on core business activities while IgnitingTalent handles much of the paperwork, management and oversight.

How It Works

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Apply

Submit a Contact Us Form to share your interest in being a Career Launcher. A member of our IgnitingTalent team will contact you to discuss your internship opportunity.

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Match

Review the process, discuss tasks, and provide feedback to the IgnitingTalent team who will draft a learning plan on your behalf. You will be paired with students whose interests align with your industry and available work hours.

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Mentor

Host the students for hands-on micro-internships, providing guidance and real-world experience.

Our Partners

See What Career Launchers Are Saying

Discover the Impact of IgnitingTalent through our partners' experiences.

“Working with IgnitingTalent is a great experience for my team to work with and to help shape the next generation’s workforce."

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James Charbonneau, Owner, Promoco, Inc.

“I really enjoyed working with the IgnitingTalent team. It was a pleasant experience from beginning to end. Even though there was an outline of what was expected for our intern, I was encouraged to give input. To top it off, our intern was delightful. We really enjoyed having her for a week. I would definitely be willing to partner with IgnitingTalent again in the future.”

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Luvena Leslie, Owner, The Curly Hair Salon

“The first week, they got their hands dirty. We showed them once how to do something and they started doing it. By their second week, I started scheduling work for them solely so when they came in, they had their own jobs to do.”

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Jimmy Betulia, Jr., Guilford Texaco North

Contact Us

We invite you to reach out to ask questions and get more information!

  • 106 Doral Farms Rd, North Branford, CT 06471

  • info@ignitingtalent.org

  • (678) 243-8338

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time commitment for hosting an intern?

Each micro-internship is designed based on your availability and the student’s schedule. They range from one to two weeks, with flexible scheduling options to accommodate both the student's and the business's needs.

How are interns selected and matched with my business?

Interns are selected based on their interests and career goals. We match students with businesses in their fields of interest to ensure a meaningful and relevant experience for both parties.

What kind of support will my business receive during the internship?

Our team will work closely with you to create a customized learning plan which you will review and modify as needed. We provide ongoing support throughout the internship, ensuring a successful and rewarding experience.