BRDG Bridge to Connect
BRDG Career Launchpad
TALENT IS EVERYWHERE. OPPORTUNITY IS NOT.
Talented first-generation STEM students have the drive to succeed - but often lack the professional experience, industry connections and mentors that help turn a college education into a career. BRDG changes that.
TODAY, YOUR GIFT IS DOUBLED.
Help first-generation STEM students make the leap from college to career.
THE INNOVATION CHALLENGE
A five-month, real-world career experience where students don't just learn about the professional world - THEY WORK IN IT.
• Tackle a real-world challenge
• Manage a $3500 project budget
• Build a working prototype
• Present to industry professionals
Along the way, they build the problem-solving, communication, teamwork and leadership skills employers want - plus the confidence and connections to launch a career.
REAL PROJECTS-Working prototypes | REAL COACHES-Industry guidance | REAL PITCHES-Industry judges
WE PUT STUDENTS IN THE REAL WORLD - AND IT LEADS SOMEWHERE.
Students and alumni are building careers at:
BOEING | NVIDIA | LADWP | USAA | FOX | CHEWY
Serving: 100+ STUDENTS | 24 COACHES
DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT - SEPTEMBER 16
YOUR GIFT DOESN'T JUST SUPPORT A STUDENT.
IT HELPS LAUNCH A CAREER.
BRDG Board members
Bridging First Gen Students From College To Career