WELCOME TO PROJECT UP: WHERE DREAMS MEET OPPORTUNITIES
Hi there! đ Welcome to ProjectUP! Weâre thrilled youâre here because this isnât just any initiativeâitâs a movement. A movement to ensure every student, no matter where theyâre from, gets the chance to shine.
Letâs rewind to October 2022. Two students, Theresa Oghenetejiri Enemua and Osayi Orumwense, saw a problem. Too many talented students were missing out on life-changing opportunities simply because they werenât in the ârightâ place or school. So, they decided to do something about itâand ProjectUP was born. What started with just 25 sixth-form students has now grown into a thriving community of over 400 young go-getters. And guess what? Weâre only just getting started.
So, What Exactly Is ProjectUP?
Glad you asked! Simply put, weâre here to help students find their path to success. Think of us as your friendly neighbourhood guide to navigating the maze of internships, work experience, and career opportunities.
Hereâs how we do it:
1. **We Point You in the Right Direction** đŚ
Thereâs no one-size-fits-all roadmap to success. Thatâs why we connect students with the right resources, programmes, and events that align with their goals. Whether itâs an application to a top firm or a niche opportunity, weâve got your back.
2. **We Offer Informal Mentoring** đŹ
Need a bit of advice or someone to chat with about your next big move? Our informal mentoring system lets you request guidance from experienced peers whoâve been in your shoes.
3. **We Organise WorkshopsâIf You Want Them** đ¤
Donât love boring, cookie-cutter workshops? Neither do we. Thatâs why we only organise them if you tell us itâs something youâd like to see.
Our Impact (AKA Why Weâre So Proud đĽš)
Thanks to ProjectUP, students have landed amazing opportunities with big names like:
- Clifford Chance
- PwC
- London Stock Exchange
- Allen & Overy
We donât partner with these companies (yet⌠maybe someday đ), but weâre pros at pointing students in their direction and saying, âThis is for YOU!â
Weâve already expanded to include first-year law studentsâespecially those at non-Russell Group universities. Because talent isnât limited to a postcode or a school ranking.
Why We Do What We Do
The truth is, the system isnât fair. Opportunities are often concentrated in a few places, leaving too many brilliant minds overlooked. But weâre here to flip the script. At ProjectUP, weâre all about opening doors, breaking barriers, and making sure every student knows their potential is limitless.
Join the Movement
So, what are you waiting for? Check out the rest of our site, connect with us, or just say hello. Whether youâre a student looking for a nudge in the right direction or a professional ready to give back, thereâs a place for you at ProjectUP.
This is your sign to stop waiting and start chasing those big dreams. Welcome to ProjectUPâwhere your future gets a glow-up. đ