The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and Grow with Google have joined forces to launch the impactful Google Hsi Career Readiness Program. This initiative is designed to equip Latino students with essential digital skills, paving the way for enhanced career opportunities and greater economic empowerment. Google’s significant $2 million investment in this program underscores its commitment to fostering digital skills among Latino students, aiming to reach 200,000 students by 2025.
The Google HSI Career Readiness Program is structured as a semester-long digital skills program, available in both in-person and online formats. It is strategically designed to support students at crucial junctures in their professional paths. Whether students are preparing for their first internship or seeking their initial job after graduation, the program offers invaluable resources. Participants will benefit from engaging video lessons, interactive in-person sessions, and practical activities aimed at mastering vital digital and real-world skills. Furthermore, the program facilitates peer networking and personalized guidance through career counseling follow-up discussions.
The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU), established in 1986, is a leading voice for Hispanic higher education. Representing over 500 institutions across the United States, Latin America, and Spain, HACU is dedicated to championing Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs). As the sole national association focused on HSIs, HACU plays a pivotal role in advancing Hispanic educational success.
Grow with Google, since its inception in 2017, has been dedicated to fostering growth in skills, careers, and businesses across America. Through free training, resources, and expert guidance, Grow with Google supports small business owners, veterans, job seekers, students, educators, startups, and developers. To date, Grow with Google has empowered over six million Americans to acquire new skills, leveraging a vast network of over 8,000 partner organizations nationwide.
Hispanic-Serving Institutions interested in participating in this groundbreaking initiative are encouraged to apply for a sub-grant. Detailed instructions for the application process are available here.
To access the sub-grant application for the Google HSI Career Readiness Program, please click here. The deadline for proposal submissions is Tuesday, November 30, 2021. For inquiries or further information, please contact Maria Guadalupe Partida, Student Development Manager, at [email protected].
This program represents a significant step towards bridging the digital skills gap and fostering career readiness among Latino students, empowering them to achieve their full potential in today’s digital economy.
