2024 JA Inspire Michigan
What is JA Inspire?
The JA Inspire Virtual Career Fair is Junior Achievement’s capstone career development program for 13-25 year-olds, brought to life by our region’s employers.
Using virtual technology, JA Inspire features an online career exploration event filled with local business exhibits providing downloadable career information and videos. Available at no cost to participants, the JA Inspire program is adaptable for in-class or remote learning. Participants will have the opportunity to explore various career pathways, gain information on career entry and requirements, and access tips on professionalism and business etiquette.
Educators: Why JA Inspire in Michigan?
Satisfy state career exploration and pathway requirements for participants by providing them an incredible virtual experience that is either self-guided or teacher facilitated.
Increase participant knowledge of career pathways and pre-requirements needed for future success. Use this information to support participation in special programs, career technical education and out-of-school initiatives.
Increase parental knowledge of career pathways.
Inspire and prepare the next generation for future success at Michigan companies, colleges and training programs.
Reduce the exodus of Michigan’s best & brightest youth to companies and careers outside of this great state.
School Systems, Home School Networks, Community Organizations or Parents
Participation is easy. Impact is life changing:
Register your participants
Complete the pre-program curriculum filled with helpful tips on identifying career pathways and businesses youth may be interested in pursuing
Incorporate into lesson plans, live, and/or virtual career exploration opportunities for participants to explore careers pathways, training programs and post-secondary education opportunities available in Michigan
Complete the Pre & Post Assessments to let us know what you/your participants have learned.
REGISTER FOR JA INSPIRE:
Registration Questions can be directed to: Soumaya Arabi, Senior Program Manager, sarabi@ jamichigan.org (313) 962-5681
Corporations, Entrepreneurs, Small Businesses, Community Based Organizations:
Share incredible opportunities with the next generation of employees, trainees, and customers!
Select your desired sponsorship level to unlock your JA Inspire benefits. All sponsorship levels include opportunities to showcase careers, training, and products your company provides.
Identify a point of contact within your organization
Work with JA to leverage benefits.
Exhibitor Questions can be directed to: Linda Morrell, Development Manager, lmorrell@jamichigan.org (313) 962-0593