Launchpad Foundations is a free, learn-and-earn program that provides high school students with AI fluency, practical tech skills, and paid work experience, directly preparing them for high-paying tech careers.
The Launchpad Foundations Summer Program is a six-week learn-and-earn opportunity for high school students in Philadelphia, focusing on preparing them for careers in the tech sector. Participants engage in hands-on activities, including AI training, community building, 3D printing, and game design. Students work in teams to design an app that addresses a community problem, mastering core AI fundamental skills like prompt engineering and model comparisons. The program emphasizes both technical and durable skills such as communication, problem-solving, and professional networking. Students gain industry exposure, build a portfolio of relevant projects, and earn a stipend for their participation. The program aims to provide a direct pathway to high-paying tech jobs, offering certifications and real-world work experience.
A typical day involves students working in teams on app design, mastering AI fundamentals, and engaging in activities like 3D printing and game design, all while building professional networks.
This program is ideal for 11th or 12th-grade students in Philadelphia who are interested in exploring technology careers, regardless of prior coding experience, and who are motivated to gain career-ready skills and earn a stipend.
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