Suggested by Brianna Brazle over 3 years ago

First, there is a significant gap in the college to career transition process, especially for students from Minority Serving Institutions. Many minority students face barriers to entry into the workforce and may not have many other opportunities to gain real-world experience.

Second, businesses are increasingly looking for ways to outsource tasks and projects and grow lean teams, but they may struggle to find talented, diverse workers who are eager to gain experience and build their careers. Traditional staffing agencies and platforms like Upwork and Fiverr may not always meet these needs, and may not provide the support and experiential learning that businesses and students need.

• The gig economy is on the rise and businesses are looking for diverse and skilled talent to fill their needs.
• The current economic changes have highlighted the need for intentional pipelines to diversify the workforce and close the skills gap.
• The ongoing conversation around racial and social equity has emphasized the importance of providing access and opportunities for minority students in their career transition.
• The remote work trend has made it easier for businesses to tap into a global talent pool, making it an opportune time to connect them with diverse and skilled students.
• Remote work and the gig economy have made it harder for college students, particularly minority students, to gain the experience and access needed to successfully transition from college to career.
• The COVID-19 pandemic has caused significant disruptions to the job market and traditional recruitment methods, creating an urgent need for innovative solutions to bridge the gap between college students and career opportunities.