Upward Pathways is DREAM’s newest avenue for partnering corporations with DREAM alumni—making a transformational difference in their futures. You can refer to this section to find opportunities that are available through DREAM’s close partnerships with organizations in a wide range of sectors. These partners understand the value add of engaging DREAM alumni, and have expressed interest in finding ways to involve this community in their companies/organizations. You can contact DREAM’s Career Development Manager Mikasa Famorca at mbenjamin@wearedream.org for more information.
Partner Spotlights
One of DREAM's oldest partners, the Yankees recently hosted the 2023 Legends Career Conference at Yankee Stadium, with a record-number of Legends in attendance. The organization also opens eight-week summer internships for college students and recent grads to learn more about working for a Major League franchise.
One of the “big four” global consulting firm, KPMG operates in 143 countries and territories across the globe, offering audit, tax, and advisory services. Earlier this year, reps from the company hosted Legends and DREAM Charter High School juniors in their midtown offices, where they learned about the history of the company, spoke with volunteers of varying departments, and toured their new office space.
CareerSpring offers a platform to provide additional exposure to internships and career opportunities. They offer support in identifying the best-fit internship opportunities and provide advising directly from a professional in your prospective career field. Join today to get support with your career journey, even if you’re not sure where to start. Use this link and enter the passcode “DREAM” to register.
CAREER RESOURCES DATABASE
The Legends Team has put together a Career Resources Database to help you with your next move. Whether you're on the pro-pathways track, a new college student, or a soon-to-be graduate, these resources can help you find the opportunity that's right for you. Before diving in, take a look at the database instructions.
LEE: Leadership for Educational Equity
The Legends Team is excited to announce our new partnership with LEE, a nonprofit civic leadership development organization dedicated to empowering its members with tools and resources to grow their careers, expand their networks, and take action to fight for equity in their communities. Through our partnership, DREAM staff and alumni receive free memberships to LEE, with exclusive access to personalized career coaching, job opportunities, leadership training, networking events, and more.
Click here to activate your LEE member benefits today and start amplifying your impact now.
Career Pathway Resources
NYC CTE (programs for multiple pathways)
The FOOL (how to market yourself in 2023)
The Balance Money (what to wear for an interview)
The Muse (interview tips and tricks for multiple jobs)
Google Docs Tips (ways to improve resumes and google docs)