Graduate With a Job, Not Just a Degree

5 Moves to Land a Paid Internship Before Junior Year (Free Student Guide)

Stop Watching Classmates Get Internships — Get Hired Before Junior Year

Choose your path by October, build a three-project portfolio, and apply at the right time (August, not April)—most full-time offers go to former interns.

Developed by a nationally recognized mentor — USM mentoring award recipient, featured in The New York Times.

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What You Will Receive

Primary Guide — Graduate With a Job, Not Just a Degree: 5 Moves to Land a Paid Internship Before Junior Year

You’ll know how to:

Pick your tech path by October (freshman year).
Build a 3-project portfolio (100+ commits, one hackathon, share on LinkedIn).
Find and apply early to the right companies (Big Tech Aug/Sept; Government Oct; Startups late fall/winter).
Network the tech way (show your work, ask specific questions, engage on GitHub/LinkedIn).
Prep smart for interviews (2 problems/day + 5 short stories).

Bonus Guide — You’re Not Broken: The Tech Student Mental Health Survival Guide

You’ll know how to:

spot burnout early with a simple green–yellow–red check
set daily/weekly minimums (sleep, meals, movement, fun) to stay steady
ask for help the right way (office hours, tutors, study groups)
use campus and crisis resources when things get heavy

Why this Matters

College moves fast. Internship applications open August of sophomore year. If you wait, you’ll miss the early waves and compete with stronger portfolios.
Pick a path early → more projects, better odds, better offers.
Start late → missed deadlines, rushed projects, weaker results.

Act now → Use the guides to start strong and stay on track.

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Who This Is For

High-school seniors heading into CS, Data Science, Cybersecurity, AI, or Software Engineering
College freshmen/sophomores who want paid internships early
Students unsure which tech path fits (CS vs. Data vs. Cyber, etc.)
International students navigating U.S. tech programs and hiring cycles
Anyone aiming for $95K+ starting salaries after graduation

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What Happens After You Download

Once you’ve read the guides, you’ll see exactly why families choose the College Tech Success Challenge — the fastest way to set your student up for internships and job offers before graduation.

Optional: See Your Student’s Readiness Score

Let your student take our Free College Success Assessment and discover:

Tech Major Readiness Score (out of 42)
Best-fit tech majors (CS, Data Science, Cybersecurity, etc.)
Biggest skill gaps to close now

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Turn These Guides Into a 4-Year Plan

Join the College Tech Success Challenge to:

Confirm your student’s tech path before spending $150K+
Create a 4-year roadmap to beat the 40% dropout rate
Learn internship strategies that lead to $95K+ offers
(VIP only) Get a 2-hour live Q&A with Dr. Shumba for personalized feedback

Two ways to join:

Self-Paced: Complete College Tech Success Course (4 Modules – 4 Hours)
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Our Mission

Helping college-bound tech students start strong and land their dream internships through practical courses and tailored coaching.

“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” — Proverbs 27:17
Sharpening future tech leaders through mentorship and guidance.

About Dr. Rose Shumba

Dr. Rose Shumba is a Computer Science department chair, featured in The New York Times, and a mentoring award recipient from the University System of Maryland. For 20+ years, she has helped students choose the right tech path, build practical skills, and land strong internships and job offers. Her approach is clear, parent-friendly, and focused on action.

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