Company/Organization: Grassroots To Work

Description:

Grassroots To Work is thrilled to offer our High School/K12 Internship Program, a rare and valuable opportunity in todays landscape where internships at the high school level are scarce. This program isnt just an internship; its a comprehensive journey into the professional world. Investing in this enriching 5-week experience opens doors to a realm of opportunities, setting the stage for early career exploration and breaking the work experience barrier, which are critical in today’s competitive world.

Why Internships in High School are Beneficial:

Directly Boosts your College Admissions Application Success - Roughly 60% of undergraduate students have completed an internship - Start Early!!
Early Career Exploration: It allows you to explore various career paths early on, providing clarity and direction for your future educational and career choices.
Breaking the Work Experience Barrier: Early exposure to the workplace equips you with practical skills and experiences, giving you a significant advantage in future job markets.

Why Invest in This Program?

University Advancement: This experience gives you an edge in university admissions, offering direct work experience and professional anecdotes that make your applications stand out.
Digital Upskilling: Work remotely using productivity, communication, and program tools enhancing your digital skills proficiencies.
Global Networking: Connect with students from around the world, enhancing your cultural understanding and creating international connections.
International Exposure: Collaborate with international companies, broadening your perspectives and global network.
Combatting Youth Unemployment: Equip yourself with sought-after skills and experiences, contributing to lower youth unemployment rates in South Africa.

What You Take Away:

Your investment in this program yields far more than the monetary value, including a:
Portfolio of your Completed Projects
Recommendation letter from Grassroots To Work & International Employer
Program Certificate of Completion
Program Report Card
Enhanced Professional CV including new Experiences & Skills gained
LinkedIn Training & Network Building
Comprehensive Careers Guidance Support including Job Searching & Interview Skills
This program is designed to provide outstanding value, preparing you for future career and academic pursuits.

Your Role:

Engage in project-based work with global employers.
Work on weekly projects in small groups with other international students.
Interact with the program employer, learning about the organization and being part of the team.
Participate in a guided curriculum covering diverse business disciplines.
Develop transferable and digital skills in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Work remotely and flexibly using online systems and applications.

Qualifications:

Requirements:

High school students, school leavers, and matriculants.
Eagerness for learning and career exploration.
Ability to commit to the 5-week program, which can be completed during term time or school holidays.
10 - 15 hours per week commitment. Sessions all recorded for full flexibility
Fee required by Interns to participate in program

Hours:

10-15hours per week

Length/Availability:

5 weeks

Start Date:

29/1/2023

End Date:

25/05/2023, 1/3/2024

Deadline:

21/01/2023

Additional Info:

This program isnt just an internship; its a comprehensive journey into the professional world. Investing in this enriching 5-week experience opens doors to a realm of opportunities, setting the stage for early career exploration and breaking the work experience barrier, which are critical in today’s competitive world.

This program is unpaid and will incur a program fee to join and reap all of the experiences and benefits.

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remote  virtualinternship  highschool  k12 

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