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.

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APPLY

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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EVENTS

Join i.c.stars at Summerfest Tech

June 27 - June 29

Come visit i.c.stars at booth 19 during Summerfest Tech. The Exhibit Hall will be open daily from 12:30 - 2PM for open Networking. Grab some cool i.c.stars shades before heading to the Big Gig Join our very own Larry Cowans, Program Manager from the i.c.stars Chicago Office as he facilitates a panel discussion [...]

Ride the River charitable Bike Ride

July 29 @ 9:30 am - 2:00 pm CDT

AE Cares Ride the River for charity event is back for a second year, and we want all of YOU to join us on July 29th for a beautiful 11 mile bike ride along the scenic Oak Leaf Trail. Proceeds from this year’s event will go to the Stars and Stripes Honor Flight and i.c.stars [...]

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Past Events

i.c.stars |* Chicago: iOpener Innovation Conference 2023

August 24 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm CDT

i.c.stars |* iOpener Innovation Conference 2023 Friday, August 24th, 2022 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 [...]

Ride the River charitable Bike Ride

July 29 @ 9:30 am - 2:00 pm CDT

AE Cares Ride the River for charity event is back for a second year, and we want all of YOU to join us on July 29th for a beautiful 11 mile bike ride along the scenic Oak Leaf Trail. Proceeds from this year’s event will go to the Stars and Stripes Honor Flight and i.c.stars [...]

Join i.c.stars at Summerfest Tech

June 27 - June 29

Come visit i.c.stars at booth 19 during Summerfest Tech. The Exhibit Hall will be open daily from 12:30 - 2PM for open Networking. Grab some cool i.c.stars shades before heading to the Big Gig Join our very own Larry Cowans, Program Manager from the i.c.stars Chicago Office as he facilitates a panel discussion [...]

Capitalize on Wisconsin 2023

May 11 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm CDT

i.c.stars |* Capitalize on Wisconsin 2023 Thursday, May 11, 2022 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Best Place at the Historic Pabst Brewery All-inclusive conference pass includes: *Buffet breakfast starting at 7:30 AM *Keynote speakers *Two interactive table discussions facilitated by our VIP table hosts *Two networking breaks *Visibility both at the event and [...]

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