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Unlock Your Potential with access to paid, remote work experience

Kickstart your professional journey with resume-worthy, hands-on PAID work experience, and support every step of the way.

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>50,000

Learners on the AscentUP Platform

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90%

Learners using AscentUP report being more prepared for day 1 of their jobs

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82%

of Bridge program participants report that the program has increased their ability to find a job

Get ahead with career-focused training and
real world project work experience

Introducing the AscentUP Bridge Program - gain access to an exclusive, paid internship opportunity - no experience needed.

your training journey
30 hours of paid,
remote work experience

The AscentUP Bridge Program offers:

  • Comprehensive professional development training
  • Tailored one-on-one success and career coaching
  • 30-hours of a paid, project-based work experience

Commit 30 hours to a meaningful experience that not only boosts your resume but also amplifies your skill set. Upon internship project completion and fulfilling all program milestones, you’ll earn a $300 stipend.

Elevate your career aspirations with AscentUP!

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apply for an internship through ascentup

Apply for an Internship through AscentUP

Start by submitting your short application to get matched with a project-based work experience through the AscentUP Bridge Program. Just fill out a simple application to take the first step towards a world of opportunities.

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Complete Training & Meet with a
Matching Expert

Once your application is complete, we invite you to engage with targeted training modules and partake in a meeting with our matching specialist. During that matching meeting, you'll share more about your career goals and receive personalized, one-on-one career coaching. This tailored support will help us to align your skills with our open projects and prepare you for success in the professional world.

get selected

Get Selected

If your skills and interests align with the open projects submitted by employers, you could be selected. We’re looking for motivated individuals ready to take their careers to the next level. If you're not selected right away, don’t worry—you'll be placed on our waitlist for future opportunities that match your skills and interests!

get started with a project

Get Started with a Project

After your meeting with our matching expert and with training under your belt, you’ll be placed in a project group and matched with an employer and project. You’ll also gain exclusive access to a work-based project platform, where you’ll engage with your project team, your employer, and complete all project work.

complete your project with an employer

Complete your Project with an Employer

Collaborate with peers on a group project that challenges you to apply your new skills in a real-world setting, giving you practical experience employers value.

get paid 300 for your work

Get Paid $300 for Your Work!

After successfully completing the program and your project, you’ll earn a $300 stipend as a bonus for your hard work and commitment to growing your career.

Ready to Advance
Your Career?

Apply now for the the AscentUP Bridge Program and gain vital training,
one-on-one coaching, and a valuable, paid project-based work experience.

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We’re passionate about supporting professionals on their journey to success and helping organizations provide
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FAQs

The AscentUP Bridge Program is designed to provide selected participants with comprehensive career training, coaching, and hands-on work experience through our AscentUP Platform and a project-based work experience.
The program is open to Ascent borrowers looking to enhance their career prospects through professional development and real-world experience. Priority is given to early program applicants who complete their training and demonstrate a strong motivation and readiness for career advancement and whose skills match the projects we have available.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applicants who complete training and whose skills match our projects available will be selected. Applicants not initially selected will be placed on a waitlist for consideration should spots open.
Participants will undergo a tailored training program focused on key professional skills and personal development. It consists of five micro courses which take <25 minutes to complete. Additionally, one-on-one coaching sessions will provide personalized guidance to help you build the professional skills necessary for success.
Once you complete the initial training and coaching, you’ll be matched with a project group, employer, and project. You’ll also receive credentials to access a project platform, where your project will be managed.
You'll engage in practical, real-world projects that are designed to challenge and enhance your skills. The projects vary across different industries and will be matched to your interests and the skills you wish to develop.
No, there is no cost to apply or participate. The program is fully funded, aiming to invest in your future success.
While the project itself is a learning experience and not a paid position, upon successful completion of the program and your project, you will receive a $300 stipend.
To earn the stipend, you must complete all assigned micro-courses, successfully finish your group project, and meet all other program milestones.

Yes, the program is designed to be flexible to accommodate your current commitments. However, you will need to ensure you can dedicate the necessary time to complete the program requirements.

The project requires a 30 hour commitment over the course of 6 weeks, so you can expect to spend about 5 hours a week on the project.