Resources for Young Leaders

"The future belongs to those that believe in their dreams."

- Eleanor Roosevelt

Career

The Muse: Offers expert career advice, job search resources, and company insights, making it one of the most comprehensive tools for young professionals.

LinkedIn Learning: Provides professional development courses, networking opportunities, and career insights from industry leaders.

Coursera: Offers free and paid courses from universities and companies like Google and IBM, helping young leaders build marketable skills.

edX: Provides access to courses from top universities worldwide, enhancing knowledge and skills across various fields.

Khan Academy: Provides free courses on various subjects, including economics, finance, and communication, helping young leaders develop a well-rounded skill set.

Enactus: Global network for students interested in social entrepreneurship.

WayUp: Specializes in internships and entry-level job opportunities, particularly useful for college students and recent graduates.

Handshake: A fantastic platform for college students and recent grads to find internships and entry-level jobs.

Forage (formerly InsideSherpa): Offers free virtual job simulations with top companies, helping young professionals gain real-world experience.

Harvard Business Review (HBR) Ascend: Aimed at early-career professionals, featuring leadership and career growth articles.

Idealist: A great resource for young professionals looking to work in nonprofit, mission-driven, and social impact careers.

Career Rookie: Focuses on early-career job seekers and provides entry-level job listings.

Roadtrip Nation: Encourages career exploration through storytelling and interviews, which can be inspiring but is less practical for direct job searching.

CoolWorks: Best suited for seasonal and adventure-driven jobs rather than long-term career-building, making it the least effective for young leaders focused on professional growth.

TED Talks: Work & Leadership: Inspiring talks from top leaders on career development, leadership, and personal growth.

The Global Leadership Summit (GLS): A leadership conference featuring top speakers that help young leaders develop their skills. Offers online courses and webinars.

Finding a College

BigFuture (College Board): College search tool with SAT prep, financial aid, and career exploration.

Common App: A streamlined application platform for over 1,000 colleges.

U.S. News & World Report: Best Colleges – Comprehensive rankings and school data.

Niche: Student reviews and campus life insights.

Cappex: Admissions chances calculator and scholarship finder.

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Fastweb: One of the largest scholarship databases.

Scholarships.com: A free resource with a large database of scholarships, grants, and financial aid opportunities.

RaiseMe: Earn micro-scholarships while in high school.

Peterson’s: Scholarship finder and test prep.

Going Merry: A platform that allows students to apply for multiple scholarships with a single application.

United Negro College Fund (UNCF): Provides scholarships for Black students pursuing higher education.

Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF): Offers scholarships for students of Hispanic heritage.

Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund: Supports Asian and Pacific Islander students with financial need.

Native American Scholarships (AISES): Provides financial aid for Indigenous students in STEM fields.

Point Foundation: Offers scholarships for LGBTQ+ students.