BUILD A CONSTELLATION OF TALENT.
i.c.stars develops leaders through a robust training program for underserved young adults. Be the change you want to see in the tech industry.
Join us. Pick your path.
SHAPE THE NEXT GENERATION OF TECH LEADERS.
Committed to racial equity and social justice, i.c.stars drives change with education, training and opportunity. We provide underserved young adults with technology-based workforce development, community leadership training, internships and job placement.
With a pay-it-forward mentality, i.c.stars is shaping the next generation of community-minded technology leaders.
TRAINING A NEW WORKFORCE.
We offer intensive training and a two-year practicum. Through project-based learning, our stars work in teams to solve a range of real-world problems. They work with our corporate partners to cultivate leadership skills, learn civics, and develop a community-first mindset.
99% of alumni volunteer with i.c.stars after they graduate.
PUTTING THOSE SKILLS TO WORK.
With their in-demand tech skills and real-world experience, our stars graduate ready to work and lead the way. Employers that hire stars lower their risk with candidates guaranteed to be great. They’re screened, trained, and prepared to meet your business needs.
10K+ employers have engaged i.c.stars, changing perceptions and practices around nontraditional talent.
EVENTS
i.c.stars |* TechBash 2023 Tuesday, November 14th, 2023 5:30 PM VIP Reception | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Event Fremont, Chicago, IL PURCHASE EVENT TICKET - $250 . . . Join i.c.stars for a star studded end of year celebration including i.c.stars alumni, VIPs, and sponsors! VIP Hosts include: Kevin Boyd, CIO, [...]
Join us as CIOs, sponsors, and alumni take center stage for i.c.stars’ largest fundraising and networking event of the year!
Past Events
Join us as CIOs, sponsors, and alumni take center stage for i.c.stars’ largest fundraising and networking event of the year!
i.c.stars |* TechBash 2023 Tuesday, November 14th, 2023 5:30 PM VIP Reception | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Event Fremont, Chicago, IL PURCHASE EVENT TICKET - $250 . . . Join i.c.stars for a star studded end of year celebration including i.c.stars alumni, VIPs, and sponsors! VIP Hosts include: Kevin Boyd, CIO, [...]
i.c.stars |* Milwaukee iOpener The Generational Impact of AI Thursday, September 14, 2023 The Wisconsin Club Program begins at 12 Noon with Lunch Served and Cocktail Reception following event until 6PM Your All Inclusive Pass Includes: Lunch Keynote & Panel speakers Two interactive table discussions facilitated by our VIP table hosts [...]
i.c.stars |* iOpener Innovation Conference 2023 Thursday, August 24th, 2023 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Blue Cross Blue Shield Tower, Chicago, IL Purchase Single Conference Pass . . . Join i.c.stars for the 2023 iOpener Innovation Conference focused on the theme: IT and Technology Departments Leading as Innovation Centers Listen to engaging [...]
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