We Bridge the Gap from College to Career
First-Generation / Low-Income is a Status, Not a Limitation
We are on a mission to promote first-generation and/or low-income (FGLI) students’ transitions from college to career by providing specialized skills training, practical experience, professional development, and one-on-one mentoring for those in STEM pursuits
Providing specialized training & practical experience with software tools
Developing career profiles & professional growth plans
Sharing professional development strategies like networking & salary negotiations
Fostering entrepreneurial mindsets
56% of college students are first-generation
54% of first-generation college students come from low-income families
Only 20% of first-generation college students finish their degrees
Only 23% of first-generation college students had paid internships
Hephaestium serves as a mentor to FGLI college students, empowering them to reach their full potential
Contact
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Email
info@hephaestium.org