INDUSTRY EXPLORATION SERIES
Al in the Industry
Industry Exploration with a Special Focus on Working at a Data Center
- DISCOVER
- PREPARE
- CONNECT
WHY THIS EXPERIENCE MATTERS
This event combines career preparation, industry education, networking, and direct employment opportunities into one engaging experience. Participants will explore high-growth careers while gaining practical tools that improve their readiness for internships and employment.
Explore careers in Al and data centers
Build professional confidence
Connect with employers and mentors
Leave with tangible career assets
WHAT PARTICIPANTS CAN EXPECT
Professional
Headshots
Receive a complimentary professional headshot for Linkedin, resumes, personal branding, and online profiles. Walk away with a polished, career ready photo you can use immediately across professional platforms.
One-on-one Resume Review
Meet individually with industry professionals, career advisors, recruiters, hiring managers, and potential employers. Receive personalized feedback to strengthen your resume and improve interview readiness.
Breaking Into Tech Workshop
Learn what data centers do, explore entry level career paths, key certifications, what employers value, and how AI is shaping infrastructure careers, plus an inspiring real world career journey.
Live Hiring & Internship Opportunities
Connect directly with recruiters, explore internships and apprenticeships, apply for entry-level technology roles, and potentially interview on-site.
PROGRAM SCHEDULE
5:00 PM
Set Up
5:30 PM
Doors Open
6:00 PM-7:15 PM
Career Exploration Experience
Professional headshots, networking, one-on-one resume review, career exploration resources, live interviews, marketing internship, second internship TBD
7:15 PM-8:00 PM
Featured Workshop: Breaking Into Tech
8:15 PM-8:30 PM
Closing + Community Connection
Reflection, next steps, networking, and invitation into future Mixer youth programming.
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY
2-5 students may be hired on-site
Compensation example:
$20/hour. 30 hours/week. 2-month internship
Potential summer earnings:
approximately $2,000-$4,000
Internship winner announcements:
selected recipients are announced live on stage and invited to share their goals and what they hope to gain from the internship.
Recognition may include:
swag, flowers, certificates, mentorship access, and software access.
EVENT GOALS
- Introduce participants to careers in Al and data centers
- Connect employers with emerging talent
- Increase awareness of alternative pathways into technology careers
- Strengthen workforce development across the region
- Help participants leave with a professional headshot, stronger resume, industry connections, and potential employment opportunities
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
High school students
Community college students
Recent graduates
University students
Career changers
Job seekers interested in technology and Al careers
Ready to Join The Next Generation of Talent?
Join students, employers, mentors, entrepreneurs, and creators for an evening designed to connect talent with opportunity.