Pathfinder Day

Pathfinder Day provides students with micro-internships that connect them with local businesses and organizations. It offers short-term professional experiences to gain industry insights, understand real-world challenges, and cultivate essential skills, bridging the gap between education and industry for future career success.

Pathfinder day

Charting a course to success through industry visits

Pathfinder Day is an exciting opportunity for students to engage in micro-internships and explore their potential in the working world. This unique event partners with local businesses and organizations, connecting students with professionals and providing them with short-term professional experiences. By participating in Pathfinder Day, students not only gain valuable insights into various industries but also get the chance to apply their knowledge and skills in a real-world setting.

Exploring as a Student

Discover your potential and gain a competitive edge with Pathfinder Day. Our unique program allows students to immerse themselves in micro-internships, gaining valuable industry insights and real-world experience. Through hands-on projects and collaborations with professionals, students develop essential skills that prepare them for future career success. Expand your network, build connections, and stand out to potential employers by participating in Pathfinder. Don’t just learn about your dream career – experience it firsthand with Pathfinder.

PARTICIPATING AS AN EMPLOYER

Unlock a wealth of talent and fresh perspectives for your organization with Pathfinder Day. By offering micro-internships, you can connect with motivated and ambitious students eager to gain industry experience. Leverage their energy and enthusiasm to tackle real-world challenges and bring innovative ideas to the table. Forge relationships with emerging talent, identify potential future employees, and foster a strong network of skilled professionals. By participating in Pathfinder, you contribute to developing a talented workforce while receiving invaluable contributions from bright and ambitious students.

Pathfinder Day
April 2024

Pathfinder Day is an exciting event that will soon bring together Riverside Unified School District and a range of businesses and organizations in and near Riverside, California.

This year’s edition of Pathfinder Day will place a particular emphasis on Cybersecurity Defense, catering to the growing importance of protecting digital assets. Students participating in Pathfinder Day will have the unique opportunity to learn firsthand how various businesses and organizations in Riverside handle cybersecurity tasks and efforts. Through immersive experiences and hands-on projects, students will gain valuable insights into professionals’ strategies and practices to safeguard digital systems and data. By collaborating with industry leaders, Pathfinder Day aims to bridge the gap between classroom knowledge and real-world application, equipping students with essential skills and knowledge in the field of cybersecurity defense. Participating businesses and organizations are excited to share their expertise and engage with the students, fostering the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.

Riverside Unified School District

Riverside Unified School District provides engaging, innovative, and equitable learning experiences for all students. Strongly believing in all students being career ready, RUSD works closely with Tomorrow’s Talent to bridge education directly to industry.

City of Riverside

The City of Riverside is committed to providing high-quality municipal services to ensure a safe, inclusive, and livable community. The City of Riverside’s IT Department is dedicated to fostering the growth and development of future IT professionals to ensure the safety and security of the Riverside community.

The County of Riverside

The Riverside County Information Technology (RCIT) department provides information technology services to County departments and agencies. It is entrusted with managing and safeguarding the County’s enterprise and mission-critical solutions and infrastructure.

We encourage other Riverside businesses to join in on the Pathfinder Day festivities and experience the joy and excitement of inspiring and mentoring the next generation of talented individuals in our community.

Participate as an Employer