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Calbright College is partnering with Riipen, the leading work-based learning platform, to provide paid, project-based experiential learning opportunities to Calbright program completers. In collaboration with California-based employers, participants will gain real-world experience in cybersecurity, data analytics, and human resources. The Calbright Career Bridge program will provide participants with relevant resume–building experiences throughout California.
Why work with Calbright College participants?
Calbright College students have mastered various technical and durable skills, evidenced by their success in rigorous, authentic assessments. By choosing to work with Calbright graduates, employers gain access to a workforce equipped with the necessary technical know-how and fortified with critical, durable skills such as problem-solving, adaptability, and effective communication. These candidates are prepared to contribute constructively from day one, bringing with them a proven ability to apply their knowledge and skills in practical, impactful ways.
What is the Calbright Career Bridge (CCB) program?
The CCB program allows Calbright College participants to engage in employer-led, project-based internships. We support California-based employers in accessing top talent to meet your cyber, data, and HR project needs.
What type of projects can I post?
Employers can post various projects for data, cyber or HR programs. Each project will be matched with a team of 3-5 participants.
Easily turn your business challenges into projects.
Access our template library for inspiration, or browse to see what other employers are looking for. We make it easy for you to convert your business challenge into an off-the-shelf 40-hour project.
Unlock 40-hour, fully subsidized projects for California employers, building and nurturing their talent pipeline.
Calbright College participants have mastered various technical and durable skills and are ready to tackle your cyber, data, and HR projects.
Spaces are limited - post your project now!
A registered US business or non-profit organization with an employee presence in California.
An elected official.
Part of an organization that engages in partisan political activities, and/or a federal, state, territorial, or municipal government.
Many California employers are already eligible
Frequently asked questions
What does an employer project need to include?
Projects should provide 40 hours of work per participant. Each project must be completed within 2-6 weeks. For more information on creating and submitting a project, you can consult this article.
How many projects can I submit and how many participants can I take on?
There is no limit to how many projects an employer can submit to the Calbright Career Bridge program. You will be assigned a team of 5 per project. You must be able to provide at least 5 hours of mentorship and coaching to each project team you are matched with.
What if my project requires more than 40 hours of work?
If this is the case, we suggest splitting the one project into two distinct projects. Keep in mind that working with 3-5 team members means a project can require between 120-200 hours of work.
Register on Riipen platform.
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Request an in-platform match with the program.
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Complete the eligibility form.
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Collaborate and receive deliverables.
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Build a sustainable network of talent and support.
Post your project in 5 simple steps:
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40-hour employer projects
Get the immediate help you need with projects by delegating tasks to participants—completely free for your business.
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Remote mentorship
Test drive talent
Post your tasks and collaborate directly with participants remotely. Organizations must commit at least 5 hours to provide feedback throughout the project.
This is your chance to work with emerging talent who bring fresh ideas and specialized skills to your business. Explore collaborations through fully-subsidized project work and hire the best-fit participants to join your team.
Just mark projects complete to issue compensation.
Your participants will receive a $1000 stipend for their completed project, paid directly by Riipen. All you have to do is review their final submission, provide feedback, and mark the project as complete.
Current Career Bridge programs
WordPress Developer Role
Employer: Light Up The World
Location: Remote
Our team is looking for a WordPress wizard who can help us drive more traffic and improve our website.
- This includes helping speed up our website
- Fixing the Plugins
- Updating our website;
- and helping team members with any questions
Student will:
- handling our plugins
- improve the performance of our website
- update our website (as required)
Computer science & IT | Data | Software Development
Data analytics
- Data manipulation, analysis, and visualization.
- Extracting insights datasets.
- Data cleaning, transforming, and modeling techniques.
- Report generation.
- Data interpretations and recommendations.
- Documentation and knowledge sharing.
- Digital learning strategy.
- Designing digital learning experiences.
- Talent development and Retention strategy.
- Comprehensive learning & development assessment.
HR learning & development
Cybersecurity
- Security architecture and resilience strategy.
- Threat intelligence and vulnerability management program.
- Incident response and risk mitigation plan.
- Security process improvement and change management strategy.
- Hiring and recruitment strategy.
- Workforce planning and budgeting.
- Employer branding and candidate journey mapping.
- Recruitment systems and digital strategy implementation.
