University Leadership Program
HACE’s University Leadership Program aims to provide high-potential students with the access, insight, and professional development opportunities to reach their career goals. As part of the program, students also build social capital by connecting with HACE corporate partners, which helps grow a dynamic and inclusive workforce.
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enhanced career preparation
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acquired negotiation strategies
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increased confidence as leaders
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broadened professional networks
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gained interview success tools
Participant Profile
Designed for nationwide Hispanic and/or Latino/a/x/e undergraduate students (enrolled in a community college or 4-year college/university)
Program Benefits for Students
• $1,000 stipend upon completion of program
• Establish and build your personal brand
• Create a personal career plan
• Connect with high-caliber professionals representing HACE’s corporate partners and HACE’s alumni
• Access to resource library with tools for college and career readiness
Program Language
All sessions and materials are in English. Based on availability, bilingual (English and Spanish) guest speakers share their struggles, successes, and lessons learned. If there are any language barriers, please address with the Programs Department, programdept@haceonline.org.
Fall 2024 Information
Onboarding
Application Period
Application Deadline: August 4, 2024
Attendance Policy
We expect all participants to attend each session as scheduled. Given the fast-paced nature of our learning environment, we allow for only one missed session at maximum. Please note that the group presentation doesn’t qualify as an excused absence unless there’s a genuine emergency.
Tution
The cohort’s tuition is complimentary for accepted students thanks to our sponsors.
Onboarding
HACE Introduction & Program Overview
Onboarding is designed to give participants an overview of HACE, resources, and program requirements. Accepted participants must attend one of the following sessions
August 26, 2024 (Monday) @ 3:00pm-3:30pm PST/5:00-5:30pm CST/6:00-6:30pm EST
August 28, 2024 (Wednesday) @ 12:00pm-12:30pm PST/2:00-2:30pm CST/3:00-3:30pm EST
Sessions
September 9, 2024 – Session 1: Personal Branding & Elevator Pitch
September 16, 2024 – Session 2: Resume & LinkedIn
September 23, 2024 – Session 3: Effective Networking & Building Relationships
September 30, 2024 – Session 4: Preparing for Job Interviews
October 7, 2024 – Session 5: Negotiating and Landing Job Offers
October 14, 2024 – *Skipping this week to honor Indigenous Peoples’ Day and to allow students to focus on their group presentations
October 21, 2024 – Session 6: Best-fit Work Setting & Work-life Integration
October 28, 2024 – Session 7: Personal Finance
November 4, 2024 – Session 8: Team Project Presentation
November 18, 2024 – Session 9: Graduation and Networking
*Sessions are held on Mondays from 3:00-5:00pm PST/5:00-7:00pm CST/6:00-8:00pm EST via Zoom.
Applications Closed
Additional Program Information
Contact students@haceonline.org or call 312-435-0498.
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Partner Sponsorship Information
Contact partners@haceonline.org or call 312-435-0498