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Get Job-Ready for an AI-Powered World

Build the Human + AI Skills Employers Want Most

AI is transforming every industry—and the professionals who thrive will be those who combine human judgment with AI fluency. These programs prepare you for this future through hands-on, real-world learning experiences that build both the technical AI skills and the human skills employers value most.

Choose Your Path

An 8-week consulting externship or a 4-week AI skills sprint. Both programs are fully remote, part-time, and designed to boost your skills that matter now.

Two Programs. One Goal: Your Career Success.

8-Week Externship

AI-Powered Nonprofit Consulting

Work in a team to solve a real challenge for a nonprofit organization—using AI tools to accelerate your research, analysis, and recommendations.
What You'll Do:
Use AI tools to gather insights and analyze data faster
Apply critical thinking to validate AI outputs and develop strategic recommendations
Collaborate with teammates to deliver a final presentation to your nonprofit client
Learn responsible AI practices for professional settings
Receive mentorship and feedback from industry professionals
Duration: 8 weeks
Commitment: ~10 hours/week
Format: Fully remote, part-time
Stipend: $200 upon completion
4-Week Sprint

Human + AI Skills Intensive

Fast-track your AI fluency through focused modules on prompt engineering, ethical AI use, AI-enhanced storytelling, and data-driven influence.
What You'll Do:
Build practical AI skills through focused, hands-on learning modules
Develop human skills like communication, critical thinking and ethical judgment
Apply what you learn to real scenarios through exercises and discussions
Connect with professionals through panels and workshops
Duration: 4 weeks
Commitment: ~5 hours/week
Format: Fully remote, part-time
Stipend: $100 upon completion

Skills You'll Build

Both programs develop the human + AI skills that employers rank as most valuable:

Human Skills

  • Critical thinking & problem-solving
  • Communication & storytelling
  • Collaboration & teamwork
  • Ethical judgment & decision-making
  • Adaptability & lifelong learning

AI Skills

  • Prompt engineering & AI tool fluency
  • AI-assisted research & analysis
  • Validating & refining AI outputs
  • Responsible AI use in professional settings
  • Human-AI collaboration workflows

Sponsored by PwC

These programs are made possible through a collaboration with PwC US. PwC’s purpose — to build trust in society and solve important problems — is at the core of everything we do. It guides how we serve our clients, our people and the world. To help our clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes, PwC provides professional services across Audit and Assurance, Advisory and Tax.

As part of these programs, you receive:

  • Stipends for successful program completion ($200 for externships, $100 for sprints)
  • Mentorship from PwC professionals on real-world challenges
  • Access to live panels and Q&A sessions on AI in the workplace
  • Feedback on your work and professional development

Who Should Apply

These programs are open to US-based learners who want to build practical, career-relevant skills. No degree required. No prior consulting or AI experience necessary.

These programs may be a strong match for you if you are:

  • Curious about how AI is changing careers and industries
  • Motivated to learn through hands-on, collaborative experiences
  • Ready to invest ~5-10 hours per week in your professional development
  • Available to attend scheduled remote meetings throughout the program (all sessions are recorded)

Program Details

Timeline

Programs start in June 2026. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis—apply early.

Format

Fully remote and part-time. Designed to complement alongside school, work, or other commitments. All meetings and events are recorded for flexibility.

Stipend Eligibility

To receive your stipend, you must:

  • Successfully complete all program requirements and deliverables
  • Maintain high attendance at scheduled meetings and sessions
  • Be located in the United States

Geographic Eligibility

Open only to applicants located in the United States.

Ready to Build Your Future?

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Apply early.