The startup develops student management software that integrates a digital job board and event management tools, enabling college students to find employment opportunities and manage campus activities in one platform. This solution addresses the challenges of job placement and event organization for students, streamlining their financial and academic responsibilities.
Funding
$1M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Students face challenges in managing their academic and social lives, often relying on multiple platforms to find discounts, buy and sell books, discover career opportunities, and manage event tickets. This fragmented approach can be time-consuming and inefficient, leading to missed opportunities and a disjointed university experience.
Solution
Orbi provides a unified mobile platform designed to streamline student life by integrating essential resources into a single application. The platform offers features such as access to student discounts from various brands, a marketplace for buying and selling second-hand textbooks, a career portal connecting students with potential employers, and a comprehensive event management system for campus activities. By consolidating these services, Orbi aims to simplify the student experience, enhance engagement, and improve access to opportunities that support academic and professional growth. The platform also provides tools for student associations to manage events, memberships, and finances, fostering stronger campus communities.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes university and college students seeking to simplify their academic, social, and professional lives, as well as student associations and businesses aiming to connect with and engage the student population.
Features
- Discount aggregation from various brands, providing students with savings on essential products and services.
- Second-hand textbook marketplace, enabling students to buy and sell books, reducing costs and promoting sustainability.
- Career portal with internship and job listings, connecting students with potential employers and career opportunities.
- Event management and ticketing system for campus events, simplifying event organization and increasing student participation.
- Community building features, including membership management and targeted messaging for student associations.
- Orbi Pay automates financial reporting for associations, providing detailed sales breakdowns and refund management.
- Orbi Connect facilitates networking at career fairs, enabling smart matching and digital interactions between students and employers.
- Push notifications for event updates, job opportunities, and important announcements.