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IDEA Square One (IDEA Mississauga), near Rec Room, City Centre Drive, Mississauga, ON, CanadaGoalWorking alongside a team of business professionals, Company Program Advisors act as business mentors, role models and facilitators to a group of 20-25 high school students during an 18-week entrepreneurial journey to create, run and liquidate a business. This unique learning experience empowers young people in grades 9-12 with the skills, connections, and confidence to build something incredible - a business, a community, and a bright future. As a volunteer Company Program advisor, you will inspire students to dream big and set ambitious goals.DescriptionLocation: The program will be running in-person at Brampton City Hall.Date & Time: Monday Evenings from 6-8pm.Number of advisors: Each advising team will consist of 3 to 8 volunteer advisors who work collaboratively to support and facilitate the program.Number of students: With your advising team, you will be supporting a team of 10 to 25 high school students. You will be mentoring the same group of students for the entirety of the program.One business: The group of students you work with will come up with one business to create and run over the 18 weeks.Curriculum: Resources, training, and support for all volunteers are provided by the JA Central Ontario Company Program team.Become a role model and mentor for young people in your community. Empower young people with the skills to build thriving communities. Enhance your leadership, presentation, and facilitation skills. Meet like-minded professionals from across Central Ontario.QualificationsWe encourage volunteers from all professional backgrounds and areas of expertise to participate. Advisors do not require specific expertise or knowledge, only a passion and willingness to support young people and the ability to foster teamwork. The JA Company Program team provides resources, training, and support for all volunteers. Volunteers must complete a Vulnerable Sector Screening Check and provide two references to participate in the program. Note new advisors will be required to attend two virtual trainings in October.Min Age: 18, Max Age: 65, Police Check: Required, Resume: Not required, Driver's Licence: Not required, Proof of Vaccination: Not requiredTime CommitmentThis is a Medium Term (4 - 6 months) commitment starting 2025-11-03 and ending 2026-04-27. Shifts are available on Monday Evenings. Please note the program does pause during late December/early January to accommodate the 2-week school closure over the holidays and in late January when students have exams.TrainingFirst Year Advisor Virtual Training: October 16th from 5:30 - 6:45pm. Full Advisor Virtual Training: October 21st from 5:30 - 7:15 pm. Please note first-time advisors will need to attend both sessions.More DetailsAreas of Interest: Education & Learning, Career Mentorship, Youth Programs, Youth Mentorship. Accessibility: Fully Accessible Workplace. Ideal for: Individuals, Older Adults. #J-18808-Ljbffr