At Elevate+, we are continually refining and improving our work to better support the students, mentors, employers, and community partners who are vital to our mission. As we grow, we’re making meaningful investments in program design, technology, and communications—all designed to help us scale our impact while staying true to our core purpose: creating equitable access to paid internships and professional development for underserved students. Here’s a glimpse of what’s new:

1. Stronger Professional Development, Stronger Candidates

We’re expanding and deepening our professional development offerings to ensure our interns are equipped not just with opportunity—but with the skills and confidence to succeed. Two recent additions exemplify this approach. Candidate Strategies for Success prepares students to navigate the application and interview process with intention, clarity, and professionalism. Meanwhile, Dynamic Communication: Uncover Your Superpower is a masterclass designed to help students discover and strengthen their unique communication style—a vital skill in any career path. These sessions build on our existing programming and reflect our commitment to helping students show up prepared and empowered.

2. A New Website to Match Our Momentum

We’re excited to be in the final stages of launching a brand-new Elevate+ website. Designed to be more intuitive, visually engaging, and reflective of our values and impact, the new site will make it easier for students, families, partners, and supporters to learn about what we do—and why it matters. We can’t wait to share it with you soon!

3. Smarter Tools for Growing Impact

As Elevate+ expands, so do our operational needs. That’s why we’re moving beyond spreadsheets and email threads to implement Neon One, a robust CRM platform that will help us better manage relationships, improve communications, and streamline the internship placement process. It’s a big step forward in our efforts to deliver consistent, high-quality experiences for all our stakeholders.

Together, these advancements are more than just behind-the-scenes improvements—they strengthen our foundation and position us to grow responsibly, serve more students, and deepen our impact in the years ahead.