Launch@Apple, Apple's new college mentorship program that the company unveiled recently aims to help first-generation college students starting 2021.
It appears that Apple is investing not only in technology but also in education as well. Recently, the Cupertino-based tech giant unveiled a project called 'Launch@Apple,' which is a college mentorship program for students due to enter college in 2021. Apple officials say the program is for first-generation college students who will study economics and accounting. The company did not widely announce the program, though according to reports, Apple is hosting a PDF document describing the program. At this time, it is unclear as to whom the document is shared and how, though company officials did mention that applications are already pouring in and are due by the 8th of January next year.
Company officials revealed that their college mentorship program, 'Launch@Apple,' aimed at first-generation college students, will also include support from Apple employees. Those who are accepted into the program will also have the unique opportunity of getting a priority when it comes to paid internship jobs, as well as job shadowing. They also revealed that Apple's college mentorship program is set to start early in 2021, adding that the company is ready to receive applications from those who want to enroll in the program.
Before you prepare and submit your applications, however, you need to be aware that 'Launch@Apple,' the Cupertino tech giant's new college mentorship program set to start in 2021, has notable requirements. To be eligible for the program, you need to be a first-generation college student, either a freshman or sophomore and is majoring in economics, finance, or accounting.
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According to Apple officials, 'Launch@Apple' matches successful applicants with Apple mentors. The new college mentorship program, which is set for 2021, also provides students with resources and opportunities for their personal and professional growth. The program will focus on the essentials to manage and excel in their chosen field of study and in their work. Students will also have numerous opportunities for job shadowing and paid externships, as well as paid internships.
Logan Kilpatrick, an engineer at Apple, posted a tweet just before Christmas about 'Launch@Apple,' the Cupertino tech giant's new college mentorship program set for 2021. Accompanying his tweet is an image that includes all the details that interested participants to ensure they are eligible for Apple's program, as well as everything that needs to be included in the application you wish to submit. Although Kilpatrick's tweet did not include the information, many speculate that the new college mentorship program could be part, or perhaps related to, the Cupertino tech giant's $100 million Racial Justice and Equity efforts.
