Volunteer information session

Program Overview i.c.stars was founded in 1999 to develop 1,000 community leaders by 2020. Goals and Objectives Enable access to technology careers for resilient inner-city young adults Develop self-sufficient, well-rounded, entry level IT staff Build a new generation of future IT leaders Target Audience Age 18-27 GED or HS diploma Financial responsibilities outside of self (caregiver for relatives) 6 months work experience Windows proficient Program details: 4 month internship, 4 sessions/year 10-15 people per session (“cycle”) Rigorous screening process – 3% of candidates are accepted from 400 candidates considered for each cycle 70 hours per week developing client technology solutions Project-based teaching model provides IT experiences and connections for a career upon program completion Encourages social involvement and Leadership in the community DePaul CTI partnership facilitates continuing education upon completion of program Community 118 i.c.stars alums 60 CIO volunteers, sponsors, and employers of graduates 700 volunteers from CIO and Technology Organizations Download annual report: www.icstars.org/2007.pdf Monday, January 14, 2019 ©2006 i.c.stars. All Rights Reserved.

Program Lifecycle How do we find our 400 candidates each cycle? RECRUITMENT AND SCREENING “ESSENTIALS” TRAINING PROGRAM “BOOTCAMP” CAREER PROGRAM “BRIDGES” How do we find our 400 candidates each cycle? Job Training programs GED program referrals Parents of Alumni High School Teachers Job Fairs Media stories within the Chicago Tribune, Sun Times, and Fox Chicago “The Mother’s Network” How do we select our stars each cycle? 40-60 applicants selected for assessment process Critical Thinking and Persistence test Logic, Leadership and Values test Technical aptitude and attitude interview/work problem Resiliency Panel Interview Online training workshops Client Project 1 - RFP Competition Corporate sponsors present an actual RFP Vendor analysis and communication Proposal writing “Scripted” client meetings Client Project 2 - Business Plan Competition 3 weeks to get an actual web business up and running and generating income $200 Google adwords budget 5 year financial model Pitch to 10 member VC panel Client Project 3 – Non-profit CRM Year long engagement broken down into 4 phases – 1 phase per training cycle SDLC Data modeling Package solution + .NET ETL/reporting Staffing Rotation Graduates work as temporary staff for 12 months Revolving door of young energy Easier to implement than internship program Temp to Perm Graduates work on 2-6 month temporary staff roles “Try before you buy” Project augmentation High quality, low cost Arm’s and leg’s Monday, January 14, 2019 ©2006 i.c.stars. All Rights Reserved.

Impact The i.c.stars program has been highly successful, making a difference, and operating in the black. Since 2000, i.c.stars has graduated 118 participants, 87% of whom have gone on to work in technology at over 30 companies. Monday, January 14, 2019 ©2006 i.c.stars. All Rights Reserved.

Volunteer Opportunities Role Description Frequency Duration/Timing Technology Coach Provide one on one coaching with an intern on web development, programming and database development 2hrs/week September – July Generally 3 months Resume Coach Work one on one with an i.c.stars intern over the course of several months of the program to coach and finalize their resume to a professional state. Can be done virtual 3hrs/month November – July Mock Interviewing Work with multiple interns at each mock interviewing session. Conduct CBI or Technical Mock Interviews on behalf of your own organization to provide real world interviewing experience. Can be done in person or via phone call 2hrs/session Scheduled sessions October – July Teaching join i.c.stars interns for a lunch and share insights on a particular topic of your choice You decide Fundraising events Work with other volunteers on the planning of one of our annual events 2hrs/month committee conference calls Year round High Tea Speaking Join i.c.stars in a one hour session to discuss business and technology strategy 1hrs/session 1-4 Scheduled sessions from October - June Monday, January 14, 2019 ©2006 i.c.stars. All Rights Reserved.

Thank you for supporting our mission! Board of Directors January 14, 2008 at i.c.stars On January 14, 2008, a milestone was reached. i.c.stars had three cycles of training in operation at the same time. Pictured here are soon to be graduates from cycle 14, the new “senior cycle 15” members, and the newbies, cycle 16 who started today. Well on our way toward 1,000 Community Leaders by 2020. Monday, January 14, 2019 ©2006 i.c.stars. All Rights Reserved.