Ladder Internships connects high school students with startup internships, providing hands-on experience and early career exploration. Their programs allow students to engage in real-world projects, gaining practical insights and a competitive edge for college admissions.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
High school and university students often lack access to meaningful internship opportunities, hindering their ability to gain real-world experience and explore career paths. Securing internships, especially with high-growth startups, can be challenging due to limited networks and competitive application processes.
Solution
Ladder Internships provides a structured program that connects ambitious students with internship opportunities at vetted startups. The platform offers training and support to interns, ensuring they are well-prepared to contribute to real-world projects. Ladder Internships facilitates matches between students and companies based on interests and skills, providing a framework for a successful internship experience. The program includes coaching and mentorship, enabling students to develop professional skills and gain valuable insights into the startup ecosystem.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes high school and university students seeking to gain practical experience, explore career options, and enhance their college applications through internships at startups.
Features
- Curated matching process to align student interests with relevant startup projects
- Eight-week internship programs with a commitment of 5-10 hours per week
- Access to a network of over 50 host companies, including tech, healthcare, and non-profit organizations
- Opportunities to work on projects in fields such as machine learning, software engineering, finance, and environmental science
- Options for CEO internship programs, providing direct mentorship from startup founders
- Combination programs that include mentored research components
- Financial aid options available for eligible students