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BuildingEarly careersBacked 2023

Skilbi

Founded by Emmanuel Noel

A platform where college students explore career paths, complete skill challenges and ask working professionals for a coffee chat, built for the students who don't already have somebody to ask.

What they do

Skilbi gives students without a professional network a way to meet mentors and employers, and matches on what somebody can do rather than on a resume.

Who it's for

Students, volunteer mentors, and companies hiring early-career talent, with a focus on first-generation and minority students.


What they've done, with sources
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