GIT Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)
Keywords
public interest technology , PIT , Experiential Learning , Curriculum , Entrepreneurship , Justice Equity Diversity Inclusion , Career Pathways and Pipelines
Project
Authors
Ondin, Zerrin
Harris, Joyelle
Moon, Nathan
Date Submitted
2021-04
Material Type
Report
Secondary Material Type
Institution
Georgia Tech (Georgia Institute of Technology)
Industry Partner
License
CC BY
Funding Source
Network Challenge Grant 2
Additional Public Access
https://create-x.gatech.edu/launch/startup-launch
https://cidi.gatech.edu/itep
https://cidi.gatech.edu/itep
Abstract
The Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP) aimed to create a career training and placement targeting college students with disabilities and from underrepresented minorities who are interested in becoming Public Interest Technology (PIT) entrepreneurs. Focusing on challenges specifically related to the disability divide and racial equity, ITEP objectives were to provide (1) instruction, (2) mentorships, (3) externships, and (4) business coaching to nurture a new generation of entrepreneurs.
Industry (NAISC)
Public Interest Technology -- Curriculum -- Career/Workforce Pipeline
Occupation (SOC)
Business and Financial Operations Occupations (13-0000)
Instructional Program (CIP)
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services (52)
Credit Type
Credential Type
Bachelors Degree
Educational Level
2nd Year Community College or equivalent
Upper division of Bachelors degree or equivalent
Upper division of Bachelors degree or equivalent
Skill Level
Intermediate Level