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    Breakthrough Silicon Valley

    Breakthrough Silicon Valley

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    • Listing Type: Volunteer Opportunities
    • Category: International Relief
    • Volunteer Type: Individual, Administrator, Special Events, Other
    • Minimum Age: 12
    • Location:San Jose, California
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    Overview

    Breakthrough Silicon Valley launches high potential, underserved middle school students on the path to college and inspires high school and college students to pursue careers in education.

    We offer many engaging opportunities to share your time and expertise. Here are some ideas to inspire you:

    Counsel a student on his or her college application essays

    Participate in a career development workshop focused on writing resumes, networking, or interviewing skills

    Organize a school supplies drive to ensure Breakthrough students have what they need to be successful in the classroom

    Lead a small group of families on a college tour of your alma mater

    Provide technical and/or creative assistance for Breakthrough’s website

    Provide tech support to our small staff and students

    Help with data analysis to ensure Breakthrough’s effectiveness

    Hire a Breakthrough high school student for a part-time job or offer an internship

    Provide extra-curricular supplies for art projects or sports