Apprenticeships
Textbooks and lecture halls can only take you so far when you want to create change in the world. Getting hands-on experience out in the world makes all the difference. That’s where Take Action Lab’s apprenticeships come in.
Let’s get into it:
01 WHAT TO EXPECT
Tilting Futures will match you with an organization advancing issues you care about so you can get hands-on experience and learn how to make a meaningful contribution.
MATCHING
Share your interests and skills in a questionnaire, and we’ll pair you with an apprenticeship along with 1-2 other students. You’ll find out your placement a few weeks before you travel.
LEARNING
Being curious and proactive goes a long way. Look for ways to tailor your role, and match your skills with the organization’s needs.
MENTORSHIP
An experienced supervisor provides training and mentorship to help maximize your learning and your impact. Learn from their guidance, and from being part of a larger team.
LOGISTICS
Your apprenticeship relies on you being there for 5-8 hours, 4 days a week. Commuting could mean a walk, Uber-ride, or public transport. Expect a 15-45 minute trip. However you travel, commute costs are covered by your living stipend.
Human Rights,
South Africa
We’ll help you team up with an amazing organization that’s contributing to causes from the UN’s Universal Declaration of Human Rights: Food Security, Education, Women’s Rights, Youth Empowerment, and Human Migration.
Youth Empowerment | Human Migration
Madhav
Produced radio shows on human rights issues
Madhav learned broadcast journalism from anti-apartheid activists at Africa’s oldest community radio station. He conducted interviews and aired original shows.
Human Migration | Education
Rayan
Taught digital literacy skills to refugees
Rayan boosted job access for refugees by linking them with job opportunities, providing resume support, and teaching digital literacy.
Women’s Rights | Education | Food Security
Kurt & Anushka
Worked with grandmothers impacted by HIV/AIDS
Because of HIV/AIDS, many grandmothers became the primary caregivers for their grandkids. Kurt and Anushka worked with these inspiring women on health, education, and empowerment initiatives.
Food Security
Alex
Created social videos for a food charity
Alex put his video and social media skills to good use by showcasing how this organization is combating food insecurity in a big way.
Youth Empowerment | Education
Hemanth & Anna
Worked with youth transitioning out of foster care
Hemanth and Anna learned to lead workshops that helped foster youth gain life skills like budgeting and teamwork.
Education | Human Migration
Karine
Helped teach English and History
Karine became an assistant teacher at a school tailored for immigrant students from Zimbabwe and nearby countries.
Food Security
Natasha
Food Security
Arman
Supported fundraising efforts at a food charity
Arman joined the fundraising team at a food security non-profit. He helped engage donors and win grants.
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