Level up your future.

THE FREE P2P ACCELERATOR PROGRAM

For high school sophomores in Chicago · $0 to participate

Build real-world skills, meet mentors, and grow your confidence.

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The P2P Accelerator Program is a three-session series designed to help young people build skills, confidence, and connections as they prepare for their futures.

Skills Training: Develop practical skills for personal and professional growth.
Supportive Community: Connect with peers, mentors, and community resources.
Holistic Development: Build confidence, strengthen life skills, and prepare for future opportunities.

Minimum Requirements* To qualify, students must:

Be enrolled in the 10th grade in fall 2025.
Maintain a minimum unweighted GPA of 2.5.
Attend a high school in the Chicago Metropolitan Area.
Qualify for free or reduced lunch or parents/guardians made less than $112,000 in 2024.
Complete the program application in full.
Complete parental media release form
Actively engage in career training workshops to build skills and prepare for future opportunities.
Attend at least four program sessions in persons per semester.

*Applicants that do not meet the minimum requirements may be accepted on a case-by-case basis.

Built for students ready to grow.

What you bring

Drive. A strong work ethic and willingness to engage in training, internships, and workshops.

Adaptability. Openness to new challenges in an evolving workforce.

Team spirit. A willingness to collaborate in diverse teams and environments.

Skills you’ll build for life

Professionalism. Build your resume, professional presence, networking skills, and workplace readiness.
Resilience. Learn strategies to work through challenges and setbacks.
Leadership. Practice taking initiative and managing responsibilities.
Problem solving. Think critically and develop creative solutions.
Communication. Strengthen your verbal and written communication skills.
Emotional intelligence. Build stronger relationships and lead with empathy.