From careers to economic mobility
OUR PROGRAMS: CAREER
Discover your path to employment with Heights Philadelphia. We guide students through our five-step career process: exposure, exploration, planning, opportunity, and support. And with our established partnerships, students can tap into internships, mentorship, and job opportunities leading to life-sustaining careers.
Our career support begins long before the application process begins, with industry-focused guidance in middle school, high school, and college.
Career content is embedded into the curriculum of Heights programming.
Small group of individual-focused exploration and planning for career advising with students.
Students are provided hands-on experience and practice with a mentor or guide.
Students have the opportunity to take part in paid internships that offer hands-on experience in a professional setting.
Heights works with anchor partners, workforce partners, and community partners.
Heights offers pathways in five key industries based on the growing needs and trends in Philadelphia:
- Biomedical/Life Sciences
- Healthcare
- Financial Services & Business
- Computer Science & Technology
- Human Services
The Heights alumni network connects both students and professionals to career opportunities and continued support — even years after graduation.
Tap into rigorous summer study collaborations with partner colleges. Students explore a variety of topics including writing, environmental science, and career exploration.
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Enter a clearer pathway to high school selection with summer and weekend programs, tutoring, and advising.
Receive college and career preparation embedded in Philadelphia high schools, including enrichment, summer programs, and 1:1 advising.
Gain a college advisor and connections to greater resources ⎯ including career opportunities, stipends, and scholarships ⎯ at over 70 distinct institutions across the country.
Join Heights and see how far Philadelphia students can go.