CAREER GUIDANCE FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Mobile application
Challenge
How might we help high school students seeking career guidance online who struggle to find mentors that are relatable, easy to approach, and willing to connect with?
Prevalence of the problem
Competitors
Barriers to adoption
● Usually merit-based
● Time-consuming
● Enforced by parents
● Lack of personal connect
● Might not foster long-lasting relations.
● Focused on career advancements
Solution
An app that helps high school students to find mentors that can guide them and connect with them on a personal level
How is our solution better
Easy access and personal connection with the mentors from the comfort of home.
Improve student curiosity through career exploration
Assessing drivers of student interest and engagement
Expanding access to students who lack resources
Motivation and inspiration that would lead to increased self-esteem and fruitful careers
Lifelong mentor-mentee relations