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    Connecting learners to global internships, competitions, workshops, masterclasses and power skill courses, all designed to prepare learners for an evolving future.

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    All designed to help you grow academically, professionally and personally with 360° feedback. 

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    Workshop · VirtualSaint Louis University

    Tech for Sustainability Workshop: AI, IoT and Data

    How AI, IoT and data analytics monitor, predict and optimize systems for environmental and social impact.

    Apply by 26 Sep 20265 days left
    Internship · RemoteSaint Louis University

    Project Management Trainee Early Remote Internship

    Work as a PM Trainee Intern contributing to the strategic planning of a global AI-focused virtual event.

    Apply by 29 Sep 20268 days left
    Internship · RemoteSaint Louis University

    Data Visualization Trainee Early Remote Internship

    Analyze real opportunity data to generate insights, build dashboards and report findings.

    Apply by 29 Sep 20268 days left
    Internship · RemoteSaint Louis University

    Data Visualization Associate Early Remote Internship

    Analyze real learner and opportunity data to identify trends, measure performance and support growth.

    Apply by 29 Sep 20268 days left
    Internship · RemoteSaint Louis University

    Project Management Associate Early Remote Internship

    Develop practical solutions to improve adoption of a project management tool inside a growing organization.

    Apply by 29 Sep 20268 days left
    Internship · RemoteSaint Louis University

    Mobile App Development with Flutter Virtual Internship

    Build cross-platform mobile apps from the ground up using Flutter and Dart, for Android and iOS.

    Apply by 29 Sep 20268 days left
    Why Excelerate?

    Learning beyond the classroom

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    Global teams
    Industry mentors
    Real-world projects
    Scholarships available
    Flexible learning experiences
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    Built for every stage of your journey

    High school students collaborating in a modern classroomUniversity students working on a hands-on projectRecent graduates in a professional office settingCareer explorers learning in a coworking space
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    How it works?

    A journey that adapts to you

    No fixed path. These are the moments that shape every learner's experience.

    01

    Apply

    One profile, no fee, no prior experience needed.

    02

    Join

    You are matched to a global cohort and a mentor.

    03

    Collaborate

    Work with a real team on a real brief.

    04

    Complete

    Deliver your work and get structured feedback.

    05

    Grow

    Earn recognition and take the next experience.

    Our Learners

    One global community

    Connecting learners across 190+ countries through meaningful experiential learning opportunities.

    In their words

    Stories from across our community

    Learners share how Excelerate helped them build confidence, collaborate globally, and grow through real experience.

    Working on real-world projects allowed me to apply my skills in meaningful ways. I felt supported by mentors and teammates, built my confidence, and grew both personally and professionally.
    Yeswanth P., Master's student, United States
    What I found really enjoyable was the opportunity to collaborate with people from diverse cultures and geographical regions. That inclusivity shaped my personality, and I really appreciate i…
    Teddy B., 3rd-year undergraduate, Ghana
    One of the most valuable aspects was being part of a diverse global team. Collaborating across time zones and learning to understand different perspectives was both enjoyable and enriching.
    Houria M., Graduate, Pakistan
    This experience has been incredibly valuable for my professional growth. I developed stronger leadership, problem-solving, teamwork, and decision-making skills that will help me in future ro…
    Sinethemba D., Graduate, South Africa
    The real-world work improved my skills and confidence. I especially enjoyed collaborating with a diverse team and learning from their perspectives; the mentorship and hands-on experience wer…
    Dehan A., Graduate, Bangladesh
    Meeting people from different cultures, finding common ground with my teammates, and making new friends were highlights. Learning through practice and receiving weekly feedback made the expe…
    Yasmine S., 4th-year undergraduate, Egypt
    The practical application of skills, collaborative teamwork, and structured learning environment made this a highly engaging experience that contributed significantly to my professional and…
    Reuben M., Master's student, Kenya
    The team meetings were the most enjoyable and helpful part for me. They gave me the opportunity to communicate with an Excelerate Associate and get to know learners from other teams.
    Patricia P., 3rd-year undergraduate, Philippines
    Collaboration and teamwork were areas where I needed to grow before I found this opportunity. Excelerate gave me the chance to work and communicate with team members in different countries a…
    Joseph G., Learner, Nigeria
    Overall, the experience was both engaging and educational. It helped me develop practical skills in coordination, documentation, stakeholder communication, and virtual collaboration.
    Ava S., 3rd-year undergraduate, Cameroon
    Team collaboration reminded me of the value of working together and helped me develop skills for the workplace. The global exposure was what I enjoyed most and will be helpful in my career.
    Aakash U., Master's student, India
    As a beginner, the intensive teamwork gave me support, guidance, and feedback throughout the experience. The structured tasks, mentorship, and collaborative approach made learning engaging a…
    Mohamed M., Learner, Sierra Leone
    Communicating with people from different countries was my favorite aspect. Although working across time zones was challenging, sharing ideas and knowledge with the team made the collaboratio…
    Ishan C., 4th-year undergraduate, Nepal
    Bringing together team members from across the globe helped us become more professional in solving problems and communicating. I learned how compromise can foster a strong collaborative envi…
    Arsema M., 4th-year undergraduate, Ethiopia
    Joining forces with learners from diverse backgrounds was a highlight. Excelerate's motivating and respectful environment encouraged us to strive for excellence and made the experience enjoy…
    Jana M., 3rd-year undergraduate, Egypt
    Working with a team spread across several countries taught me how to collaborate across time-zone differences. That international exposure was an important part of the experience for me.
    Adeosun A., Master's student, Canada
    The support from associates and coordinators was meaningful, and the global environment encouraged skill development. Collaborating with a team and completing tasks on time will help me in t…
    Awais A., 4th-year undergraduate, Pakistan
    I learned to balance work and personal life with flexibility while connecting with peers worldwide and collaborating with people from diverse backgrounds.
    Andiswa N., 3rd-year undergraduate, South Africa
    Getting hands-on experience with real tasks was one of my favorite aspects. I learned practical skills in planning, creating timelines, developing engagement strategies, and managing uncerta…
    Maryam O., High school student, United Arab Emirates
    Exposure to real-world challenges and a collaborative environment helped bridge theory and practical application in a meaningful way, strengthening both my technical abilities and profession…
    Emmanuel O., Master's student, Nigeria
    The most enjoyable part was collaborating with brilliant, supportive, and understanding teammates. The experience helped me strengthen my communication and leadership skills through practica…
    Pranjal R., 4th-year undergraduate, Nepal
    What I enjoyed most was the supportive atmosphere. Everyone was open to questions and willing to share advice, which made it a great environment for learning.
    Blessing A., Learner, Nigeria
    I learned how to collaborate remotely with team members to achieve a common goal. The instructors were always helpful, and the experience made global teamwork feel practical and achievable.
    Kwame O., Master's student, United States
    The practical, well-structured experience helped me understand how to plan tasks, set timelines, and track progress. The guided activities and templates made each step easier to put into pra…
    Bridgitte, Learner, Zimbabwe
    Working on real-world projects allowed me to apply my skills in meaningful ways. I felt supported by mentors and teammates, built my confidence, and grew both personally and professionally.
    Yeswanth P., Master's student, United States
    What I found really enjoyable was the opportunity to collaborate with people from diverse cultures and geographical regions. That inclusivity shaped my personality, and I really appreciate i…
    Teddy B., 3rd-year undergraduate, Ghana
    One of the most valuable aspects was being part of a diverse global team. Collaborating across time zones and learning to understand different perspectives was both enjoyable and enriching.
    Houria M., Graduate, Pakistan
    This experience has been incredibly valuable for my professional growth. I developed stronger leadership, problem-solving, teamwork, and decision-making skills that will help me in future ro…
    Sinethemba D., Graduate, South Africa
    The real-world work improved my skills and confidence. I especially enjoyed collaborating with a diverse team and learning from their perspectives; the mentorship and hands-on experience wer…
    Dehan A., Graduate, Bangladesh
    Meeting people from different cultures, finding common ground with my teammates, and making new friends were highlights. Learning through practice and receiving weekly feedback made the expe…
    Yasmine S., 4th-year undergraduate, Egypt
    The practical application of skills, collaborative teamwork, and structured learning environment made this a highly engaging experience that contributed significantly to my professional and…
    Reuben M., Master's student, Kenya
    The team meetings were the most enjoyable and helpful part for me. They gave me the opportunity to communicate with an Excelerate Associate and get to know learners from other teams.
    Patricia P., 3rd-year undergraduate, Philippines
    Collaboration and teamwork were areas where I needed to grow before I found this opportunity. Excelerate gave me the chance to work and communicate with team members in different countries a…
    Joseph G., Learner, Nigeria
    Overall, the experience was both engaging and educational. It helped me develop practical skills in coordination, documentation, stakeholder communication, and virtual collaboration.
    Ava S., 3rd-year undergraduate, Cameroon
    Team collaboration reminded me of the value of working together and helped me develop skills for the workplace. The global exposure was what I enjoyed most and will be helpful in my career.
    Aakash U., Master's student, India
    As a beginner, the intensive teamwork gave me support, guidance, and feedback throughout the experience. The structured tasks, mentorship, and collaborative approach made learning engaging a…
    Mohamed M., Learner, Sierra Leone
    Communicating with people from different countries was my favorite aspect. Although working across time zones was challenging, sharing ideas and knowledge with the team made the collaboratio…
    Ishan C., 4th-year undergraduate, Nepal
    Bringing together team members from across the globe helped us become more professional in solving problems and communicating. I learned how compromise can foster a strong collaborative envi…
    Arsema M., 4th-year undergraduate, Ethiopia
    Joining forces with learners from diverse backgrounds was a highlight. Excelerate's motivating and respectful environment encouraged us to strive for excellence and made the experience enjoy…
    Jana M., 3rd-year undergraduate, Egypt
    Working with a team spread across several countries taught me how to collaborate across time-zone differences. That international exposure was an important part of the experience for me.
    Adeosun A., Master's student, Canada
    The support from associates and coordinators was meaningful, and the global environment encouraged skill development. Collaborating with a team and completing tasks on time will help me in t…
    Awais A., 4th-year undergraduate, Pakistan
    I learned to balance work and personal life with flexibility while connecting with peers worldwide and collaborating with people from diverse backgrounds.
    Andiswa N., 3rd-year undergraduate, South Africa
    Getting hands-on experience with real tasks was one of my favorite aspects. I learned practical skills in planning, creating timelines, developing engagement strategies, and managing uncerta…
    Maryam O., High school student, United Arab Emirates
    Exposure to real-world challenges and a collaborative environment helped bridge theory and practical application in a meaningful way, strengthening both my technical abilities and profession…
    Emmanuel O., Master's student, Nigeria
    The most enjoyable part was collaborating with brilliant, supportive, and understanding teammates. The experience helped me strengthen my communication and leadership skills through practica…
    Pranjal R., 4th-year undergraduate, Nepal
    What I enjoyed most was the supportive atmosphere. Everyone was open to questions and willing to share advice, which made it a great environment for learning.
    Blessing A., Learner, Nigeria
    I learned how to collaborate remotely with team members to achieve a common goal. The instructors were always helpful, and the experience made global teamwork feel practical and achievable.
    Kwame O., Master's student, United States
    The practical, well-structured experience helped me understand how to plan tasks, set timelines, and track progress. The guided activities and templates made each step easier to put into pra…
    Bridgitte, Learner, Zimbabwe
    Working on real-world projects allowed me to apply my skills in meaningful ways. I felt supported by mentors and teammates, built my confidence, and grew both personally and professionally.
    Yeswanth P., Master's student, United States
    What I found really enjoyable was the opportunity to collaborate with people from diverse cultures and geographical regions. That inclusivity shaped my personality, and I really appreciate i…
    Teddy B., 3rd-year undergraduate, Ghana
    One of the most valuable aspects was being part of a diverse global team. Collaborating across time zones and learning to understand different perspectives was both enjoyable and enriching.
    Houria M., Graduate, Pakistan
    This experience has been incredibly valuable for my professional growth. I developed stronger leadership, problem-solving, teamwork, and decision-making skills that will help me in future ro…
    Sinethemba D., Graduate, South Africa
    The real-world work improved my skills and confidence. I especially enjoyed collaborating with a diverse team and learning from their perspectives; the mentorship and hands-on experience wer…
    Dehan A., Graduate, Bangladesh
    Meeting people from different cultures, finding common ground with my teammates, and making new friends were highlights. Learning through practice and receiving weekly feedback made the expe…
    Yasmine S., 4th-year undergraduate, Egypt
    The practical application of skills, collaborative teamwork, and structured learning environment made this a highly engaging experience that contributed significantly to my professional and…
    Reuben M., Master's student, Kenya
    The team meetings were the most enjoyable and helpful part for me. They gave me the opportunity to communicate with an Excelerate Associate and get to know learners from other teams.
    Patricia P., 3rd-year undergraduate, Philippines
    Collaboration and teamwork were areas where I needed to grow before I found this opportunity. Excelerate gave me the chance to work and communicate with team members in different countries a…
    Joseph G., Learner, Nigeria
    Overall, the experience was both engaging and educational. It helped me develop practical skills in coordination, documentation, stakeholder communication, and virtual collaboration.
    Ava S., 3rd-year undergraduate, Cameroon
    Team collaboration reminded me of the value of working together and helped me develop skills for the workplace. The global exposure was what I enjoyed most and will be helpful in my career.
    Aakash U., Master's student, India
    As a beginner, the intensive teamwork gave me support, guidance, and feedback throughout the experience. The structured tasks, mentorship, and collaborative approach made learning engaging a…
    Mohamed M., Learner, Sierra Leone
    Communicating with people from different countries was my favorite aspect. Although working across time zones was challenging, sharing ideas and knowledge with the team made the collaboratio…
    Ishan C., 4th-year undergraduate, Nepal
    Bringing together team members from across the globe helped us become more professional in solving problems and communicating. I learned how compromise can foster a strong collaborative envi…
    Arsema M., 4th-year undergraduate, Ethiopia
    Joining forces with learners from diverse backgrounds was a highlight. Excelerate's motivating and respectful environment encouraged us to strive for excellence and made the experience enjoy…
    Jana M., 3rd-year undergraduate, Egypt
    Working with a team spread across several countries taught me how to collaborate across time-zone differences. That international exposure was an important part of the experience for me.
    Adeosun A., Master's student, Canada
    The support from associates and coordinators was meaningful, and the global environment encouraged skill development. Collaborating with a team and completing tasks on time will help me in t…
    Awais A., 4th-year undergraduate, Pakistan
    I learned to balance work and personal life with flexibility while connecting with peers worldwide and collaborating with people from diverse backgrounds.
    Andiswa N., 3rd-year undergraduate, South Africa
    Getting hands-on experience with real tasks was one of my favorite aspects. I learned practical skills in planning, creating timelines, developing engagement strategies, and managing uncerta…
    Maryam O., High school student, United Arab Emirates
    Exposure to real-world challenges and a collaborative environment helped bridge theory and practical application in a meaningful way, strengthening both my technical abilities and profession…
    Emmanuel O., Master's student, Nigeria
    The most enjoyable part was collaborating with brilliant, supportive, and understanding teammates. The experience helped me strengthen my communication and leadership skills through practica…
    Pranjal R., 4th-year undergraduate, Nepal
    What I enjoyed most was the supportive atmosphere. Everyone was open to questions and willing to share advice, which made it a great environment for learning.
    Blessing A., Learner, Nigeria
    I learned how to collaborate remotely with team members to achieve a common goal. The instructors were always helpful, and the experience made global teamwork feel practical and achievable.
    Kwame O., Master's student, United States
    The practical, well-structured experience helped me understand how to plan tasks, set timelines, and track progress. The guided activities and templates made each step easier to put into pra…
    Bridgitte, Learner, Zimbabwe
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    Stanley Black & Decker
    Rochester Institute of Technology
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    Rapid Education Prototyping (REP4)
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    About Excelerate

    What Excelerate is

    Excelerate is a global experiential learning platform founded in 2022. It serves students and early-career learners, and works with universities and employers who host and shape the experiences on the platform.

    The platform offers five types of experiences: remote internships, competitions, workshops, masterclasses and power skill courses. Each one places learners on real projects with real teams and deadlines.

    The model differs from traditional internship and course marketplaces in that every experience is remote and open to learners anywhere, and both applying and taking part are free. To date, Excelerate has reached 250,000+ learners across 190+ countries and $10M+ in scholarships have been awarded.

    Start your experiential
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    Explore opportunities, gain real-world experience and prepare for what's next.