Our Story
1.2 billion lives will change forever due to workplace automation technology. Everyone, from fresh graduates to working professionals, will feel the impact. How can we get ahead of this challenge? That’s the question founder Sundar Kumarasamy tackled when establishing Excelerate in 2022. Learning and adaptation are the only ways to stay relevant in the workplace of the future. We all must become lifelong learners and continuously improve.
With two decades of experience as a Senior Leader in institutions like Northeastern, Sundar Kumarasamy observed the complex challenges faced by learners, employers, and institutions in bridging the skills gap. This inspired the birth of Excelerate, aiming to provide a critical pathway to access and opportunity for all. It removes barriers, accelerates career development, and prepares learners for lifelong success.
Excelerate, powered by VEmpower Global Strategy Services LLC FZ, is an experiential learning platform offering personalized experiences and internships to help learners build the skills needed for a rewarding future.
Our mission
Our Vision
Activate Experiences.Accelerate Skills.Advance People.
Excelerate Enables Learners to Identify their GPS
- P1 : Passion By exploring different opportunities
- P2 : Potential Through advancement to various skill levels
- P3 : Purpose By collaborating on social projects
- P4 : Possibilities By connecting with employers, peers
- S1 : Strengths Skills, talents, knowledge and attributes
- S2 : Struggles Blind spots and yet to be developed skills
About Sundar
Sundar Kumarasamy is a prominent figure in higher education and enrollment management, known for his innovative leadership. With over 25 years of experience, he has notably transformed student experiences worldwide. As the Founder and CEO of Excelerate, a pioneering experiential learning platform, Sundar focuses on providing equitable access to diverse learners, offering experiential opportunities that cultivate skills essential for success in the modern professional landscape. His accomplishments include achieving remarkable application boosts and improved selectivity rates during his tenure at Northeastern University, along with groundbreaking innovations in student engagement technology at The University of Dayton. Sundar’s visionary leadership and strategic initiatives have reshaped student recruitment and engagement strategies, contributing to positive change in education and lifelong learning.
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Frequently asked questions
Excelerate is a global career development platform that connects learners with real-world internships, competitions, skill-building courses, and mentorship programs to help them gain future-ready skills.
Internships on Excelerate are flexible, hands-on experiences that allow learners to work on real-world projects with industry leaders. These internships vary in duration and are designed to help you build practical skills and enhance your employability.
Internships on Excelerate offer varied benefits—some provide monetary stipends, while others offer micro-scholarships, skill certifications, and industry mentorship. Each listing specifies the benefits, so you can choose what suits you best.
Excelerate offers flexible internship durations—most internships last around four weeks, but some extend up to 6–10 weeks depending on the employer and project scope.
Excelerate is open to students, recent graduates, and young professionals from various fields who are looking to gain hands-on industry experience. No prior experience is required—just a willingness to learn!
Yes! Upon successful completion of an internship, you receive a verified certificate, and in some cases, badges and micro-scholarships that add value to your career profile.
Excelerate stands out because:
- It offers micro-scholarships & industry mentorships alongside internships.
- You can participate in competitions & upskilling programs beyond just internships.
- Employers directly engage with learners, creating better hiring opportunities.
- No prior experience required—Excelerate helps you learn & grow.
No! Many internships on Excelerate are beginner-friendly, designed to help students and fresh graduates gain real-world experience. Some roles may require specific skills, but Excelerate provides learning resources to help you build the skills you need.
Yes! You can apply to as many internships as you like, but make sure you can commit to the responsibilities if selected.
Frequently asked questions
Excelerate is a global career development platform that connects learners with real-world internships, competitions, skill-building courses, and mentorship programs to help them gain future-ready skills.
Internships on Excelerate are flexible, hands-on experiences that allow learners to work on real-world projects with industry leaders. These internships vary in duration and are designed to help you build practical skills and enhance your employability.
Internships on Excelerate offer varied benefits—some provide monetary stipends, while others offer micro-scholarships, skill certifications, and industry mentorship. Each listing specifies the benefits, so you can choose what suits you best.
Excelerate offers flexible internship durations—most internships last around four weeks, but some extend up to 6–10 weeks depending on the employer and project scope.
Excelerate is open to students, recent graduates, and young professionals from various fields who are looking to gain hands-on industry experience. No prior experience is required—just a willingness to learn!
Yes! Upon successful completion of an internship, you receive a verified certificate, and in some cases, badges and micro-scholarships that add value to your career profile.
Excelerate stands out because:
- It offers micro-scholarships & industry mentorships alongside internships.
- You can participate in competitions & upskilling programs beyond just internships.
- Employers directly engage with learners, creating better hiring opportunities.
- No prior experience required—Excelerate helps you learn & grow.
No! Many internships on Excelerate are beginner-friendly, designed to help students and fresh graduates gain real-world experience. Some roles may require specific skills, but Excelerate provides learning resources to help you build the skills you need.
Yes! You can apply to as many internships as you like, but make sure you can commit to the responsibilities if selected.