Seren is a vocational experimentation platform that connects students with professionals to facilitate hands-on experiences in various careers, enabling informed career choices. By allowing users to explore different professions before committing to a path, Seren addresses the high levels of job dissatisfaction among young adults in Brazil.
Funding
$220K 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
Many young adults experience job dissatisfaction due to a lack of practical exposure to different career paths before making educational and professional commitments. Traditional career guidance often lacks real-world insights, leading to uncertainty and potential mismatches between individual skills/interests and chosen professions.
Solution
Seren provides a vocational experimentation platform that connects students and young professionals with industry experts, offering hands-on experiences across various professions. Through short-term engagements, users gain insights into the day-to-day realities of different roles, enabling them to make more informed career decisions. The platform facilitates connections with professionals who share their knowledge and experience, providing a practical understanding of diverse career paths. By offering a "try-before-you-commit" approach, Seren aims to reduce career dissatisfaction and increase the likelihood of individuals finding fulfilling and suitable professions. SerenPass is offered to schools as a pedagogical program to adapt vocational experimentation into the high school curriculum.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes students, young adults exploring career options, educational institutions seeking to enhance career guidance programs, and professionals willing to share their expertise.
Features
- Marketplace connecting students with professionals for vocational experiences
- Web and mobile application (Android and iOS) access
- Diverse range of professions available for exploration
- Remote and in-person experience options
- SerenPass program integrates vocational experimentation into school curriculums
- Platform for professionals to offer mentorship and share career insights