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.

APPLY

Get on-the job experience to develop business, tech, and leadership skills. Increase your earning potential. Gain resources to jumpstart your career.

APPLY TO THE PROGRAM

HIRE

Bring innovative minds and cutting-edge technology together to serve your business needs. Expand your talent pipeline by employing tomorrow’s leaders today.

HIRE A GRADUATE

INVEST

Support racial equity and social justice work through education and career development programs. Build communities and empower a new generation of tech stars.

INVEST IN THE FUTURE

ENGAGE

Get involved with i.c.stars and make an impact in the industry. Volunteer as a mentor, attend our events, donate resources, make a gift, or become a sponsor.

ENGAGE WITH
US

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.

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BUILT FOR RESILIENT PROBLEM-SOLVERS.

i.c.stars is a highly selective program for people who love learning as much as they love tech. We’re looking for motivated problem-solvers who have overcome adversity and want to help other people.

APPLY TO THE PROGRAM

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.

BECOME AN EMPLOYER

EVENTS

Hack the Dream 2024

January 15, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 1:30 pm CST

i.c.stars |* Hack the Dream 2024 Monday, January 15th, 2024 10:00am - 1:30pm Hatch 41, Chicago, IL PURCHASE EVENT TICKET . . . Join i.c.stars for Hack the Dream- a social impact hack-a-thon that celebrates the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by bringing together technology and community organizations. This engaging [...]

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Past Events

Hack the Dream 2024

January 15, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 1:30 pm CST

StarBash 2023 “The Sport of IT”

November 29 @ 4:15 pm - 8:30 pm CST

Join us as CIOs, sponsors, and alumni take center stage for i.c.stars’ largest fundraising and networking event of the year!

TechBash 2023

November 14 @ 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm CST

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: Steven Barger - [...]

iOpener 2023 – The Generational Impact of AI

September 14 @ 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm CDT

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 [...]

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