Our Impact
During our two-year pilot program, we looked at student participation in the program, their preparedness for a career, and access to opportunities. We documented improvement in all these areas, and we will continue to track student progress as they seek and attain good first-positions following college.
Watch the video to learn how FirstGen Ahead helped Mariane and Selina with their career search!
Student Testimonials
Latchman
“FirstGen Ahead has allowed me to build and develop relationships with people that I otherwise would not have met and has taught me the importance of networking, especially at this time looking for career opportunities.”
Mariane
“With the help of my coach and mentors I met through FirstGen Ahead, I have established an elevator pitch, developed a strong resume and cover letters, scheduled several informational interviews with individuals in the industry that I am interested in, and overall feel well prepared for my career after college.”
Selina
“As a first-generation student, I often experienced imposter syndrome in college and had a lot of doubts about whether I could obtain my dream job after college. I am so grateful for my coach, Viola, and the support network at FirstGen Ahead who not only helped me develop the networking skills that I needed to lay out the journey of finding my dream job, but also believed in me and encouraged me to tap into my potential. I learned to dream big at FirstGen Ahead.”
Victoria
“Joining FirstGen Ahead has helped me become more confident in my professional skills, we all as connected me with amazing individuals that I am continuously learning from.”
Wanyi
“I decided to join FirstGen Ahead in hopes of fostering new connections as I start to explore more career opportunities that may interest me.”
Xavian
“FirstGen Ahead has opened me up to a new realm of opportunities and prepared me for my professional future.”