Bridgia provides a digital platform that connects higher education institutions with employers, offering students access to career resources, skill assessments, and internship opportunities. This approach addresses the challenge of student career readiness by facilitating the development of talent pipelines and enhancing employability outcomes for graduates in Africa.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Many students in African higher education institutions lack adequate access to career resources, skill assessments, and employer connections, hindering their readiness for the job market. This gap between academic training and industry needs results in underemployment and limits the potential of graduates to contribute to the workforce.
Solution
Bridgia offers a digital platform that connects higher education institutions and employers to enhance student career readiness. The platform provides students with access to career programs, exploration resources, and skill assessments tailored to their academic journey. By partnering with career centers and internship offices, Bridgia facilitates the development of talent pipelines and aggregates work-ready students for employers, improving employability outcomes for graduates.
Target Audience
Bridgia primarily targets higher education institutions in Africa, specifically career centers and internship offices, as well as employers seeking to build talent pipelines. The platform also serves students across higher institutions, from their first to graduating year.
Features
- Career exploration resources detailing industries, career clusters, and relevant employability and digital skills
- Skill assessments to identify interests and skill gaps, recommending suitable career paths
- Internship and career opportunities from employer partners
- Verifiable certificates of program completion
- Customizable platform for partner institutions and employers