Scholars
What is NaviGo Scholars?
Through NaviGo Scholars, Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky businesses have the power to connect with high school students who have the interest and aptitude for their industry.
Business sponsors in our NaviGo Scholars program have the unique opportunity to hand-pick potential future employees, guiding them and training them at an early age. NaviGo staff recruits students to be part of the program, and students apply at the start of the school year. Sponsors then personally select who they want to be part of their personalized NaviGo Scholars group.
What makes this program unique is the NaviGo Coach.
While students get hands-on experiences during their monthly on-site meetings, a NaviGo coach is also on hand, learning along with the students. The coach also serves as a liason, ensuring the sponsor’s desired soft skills and company culture become part of the experience. Additionally, the NaviGo coach meets separately with the students each month as a follow-up, helping them set up the guideposts to achieve their college and career goals.
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Below are the 2023-24 NaviGo Scholars opportunities, listed with the sponsor company, group specifics and application links. Applications will close September 1st! *Transportation to in-person meetings will be the responsibility of the student.
SAVE THE DATE- The 2023-24 Scholars Kick Off Event will be held Sunday, September 10th from 2-4pm at Thomas More University. All Scholars, families and business sponsors are invited to attend.
Northern Kentucky & Cincinnati
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Seeking:
- Sophomores & Juniors with a
strong interest in business and
entrepreneurship
Students will Explore & Experience:
- Idea Generation
- Business Planning
- Building a Framework
- Marketing
- Managing the Competition
- Growing and Scaling Your Business
Schedule:
- Scholars Kick Off- Sunday, 9/10 (2-
4pm) - 2x/month, afternoons or evenings
- On-site at NKU and Gateway
Edgewood Campus - FALL Group (8 meetings, SeptDec) -or- SPRING Group (8
meetings, Jan-April)
Selected students will learn from
successful entrepreneurs and creative
business leaders. Scholars will also
have a NaviGo Coach to provide career
& college planning.
Questions? Please contact:
Jennie LaMothe
Education Careers
Sponsor: Learning Grove
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Seeking:
- Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors
- Interest in any level of education from early childhood – elementary-middle- high school- higher education (college level)
Students will Explore & Experience:
- Careers in teaching at various age levels, content areas, and specialties
- Careers in education administration at different levels
- Careers in higher education (college level)
Schedule:
- Scholars Kick Off- Sunday, 9/10 (2-4pm)
- On-Site at Learning Grove in Covington (333 Madison Ave, Covington)
- 2x/month
- FALL Group (8 mtgs. Sept.-Dec) -or-
SPRING Group (8 mtgs. Jan-April)
Selected students will network with professionals in education from early childhood through college from the NKY region. Scholars will also have a NaviGo Coach to provide career & college planning.
Questions? Please contact:
Jennie LaMothe
Cyber Security & IT
Sponsor: U.S. Bank (Cincinnati)
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Seeking:
- Juniors with a strong interest in IT and Cyber Security
- Seniors who were U.S. Bank Scholars last year
Students will Explore & Experience:
- Technology Security
- Detection of Security Hacks
- Prevention of Global Cyber Threat
- Skills Needed to Excel in CyberDefense Careers
- Networking with Top Experts in the Cyber Defense Field
Schedule:
- Scholars Kick Off- Sunday, 9/10 (2-4pm)
- 2x/month -Tuesdays, 4:00-5:30pm
- September – April
- Onsite at U.S. Bank (downtown location) and Gateway Edgewood Campus
Selected students will learn from experts inside U.S. Bank’s Cincinnati Cyber Defense Center! Scholars will also have a NaviGo Coach to provide career & college planning.
Questions? Please contact:
Jennie LaMothe
Advanced Manufacturing & Engineering
Sponsor: Toyota Manufacturing
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Seeking:
- Juniors & Seniors
- A strong interest in Advanced Manufacturing or Engineering.
Students will Explore & Experience:
- Manufacturing of cars, from concept to road-ready
- Teamwork needed to produce 550,00 cars per year
- Careers available in the home of the first Camry built in America
- Educational opportunities for students interested in working for Toyota
Schedule:
- Scholars Kick Off- Sunday, 9/10 (2-4pm)
- First & Third Tuesday of the month, 5-6:30pm, September – April
- On-site at Toyota plant in Georgetown* (*transportation provided) and Gateway Edgewood Campus
Selected students will network with professionals in Toyota’s largest manufacturing center in the world! Scholars will also have a NaviGo Coach to provide career & college planning.
Questions? Please contact:
Jennie LaMothe
Nursing, Radiology (X-Ray), Laboratory, Respiratory Therapy, and Radiation Therapy (Oncology)
[FALL Only]
Sponsor: St. Elizabeth
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Seeking:
- Juniors & Seniors
- Interest in learning more about careers in Nursing, Radiology (X-Ray), Laboratory, Respiratory Therapy, and Radiation Therapy (Oncology)
- Limited spots available!
Students will focus on Qualities
related to Health Careers:
- Passion for helping others
- Compassion and dedication
- Interest in Math and Science
- Strong communication skills
- Focus on outcomes and attention to detail
Schedule:
- Scholars Kick Off- 9/10 (2-4pm)
- 2x/month- (Mtg 1= 9/20, 10/18, 11/15, 12/6, Mtg 2= TBD)
- Onsite at Gateway Edgewood Campus
- Fall Group- Sept.-December Only
Selected students will learn from St. Elizabeth professionals. Scholars will also have a NaviGo Coach to provide career & college planning.
Questions? Please contact:
Jennie LaMothe
Automotive Careers
Sponsor: The BMW Store
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Seeking:
- Juniors & Seniors
- Interest in discovering the full spectrum of automotive careers from sales to service
Students will Explore & Experience:
- Sales Strategies and Planning
- Management of Dealership Operations
- Parts Receiving and Distribution
- Aftersales Customer Service
- Technicians- entry-level to Master
- Training and educational opportunities for the varied career paths
Schedule:
- Scholars Kick Off- Sunday, 9/10 (2-4pm)
- 2 Meetings a month- early afternoon
- September – April
- Meetings will be held on-site at The BMW Store in Cincinnati, OH and Gateway Fort Wright Campus
Selected students will network with professionals in automotive careers with The BMW Store in Cincinnati. Scholars will also have a NaviGo Coach to provide career & college planning.
Questions? Please contact:
Jennie LaMothe
Electrical & Gas Line Crew, Engineering, Geographical Information Systems/IT
Sponsor: Duke Energy
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Seeking:
- Juniors & Seniors
- Aptitudes:
- Mechanical, electrical, and technical skills
- Problem Solving Skills
- Strong in math and communication
Students will Explore & Experience:
- Engineering (mechanical, civil, chemical, electrical)
- Engineering Technologist
- Electric Line Crew
- Gas Operations
- Solar Energy
- Geographical Information Systems/ IT
Schedule:
- Scholars Kick Off- Sunday, 9/10 (2-4pm)
- 2x/month on Tuesdays, 5:30-7pm
- September – April
- On-Site at Duke Energy Location and Gateway Edgewood
Campus
Selected students will learn from experts inside Duke Energy’s team! Scholars will also have a NaviGo Coach to provide career & college planning.
Questions? Please contact:
Jennie LaMothe
Skilled Trades (Construction, Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, Maintenance)
Sponsor: Building Industry Association & Cutter Construction
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Seeking:
- Freshmen & Sophomores
- A strong interest in construction and skilled trades.
Students will Explore:
- Carpentry
- Electrical
- Plumbing
- Welding
- Maintenance
- HVAC
Schedule:
- Scholars Kick Off- Sunday, 9/10(2-4pm)
- 2x/month 4:00-5:30pm
- September – April
- On-Site at Building Industry Association (2751 Circleport Dr, Erlanger) or Gateway Edgewood Campus
Selected students will learn from the best in the Skilled Trades business! Scholars will also have a NaviGo Coach to provide career & college planning.
Questions? Please contact:
Jennie LaMothe
Read the details
Seeking:
- Juniors interested in Law Careers
- Students with Curiosity, Open-Mindedness, Good Ethics, Great Communication Skills, Strong Analytical Skills
Students will Explore and Experience:
- Exposure to different areas of the law and attorneys and judges who practice in those areas
- Litigation
- Criminal Defense & Prosecution
- State & Federal Judges
- Mock Trial
Schedule:
- Scholars Kick Off- Sunday, 9/10 (2-4pm)
- On-Site at Gateway Edgewood Campus or Chase P. Law School (NKU)
- 2x/month, 5-6:30-pm
- January through April
Selected students will network with Legal Professionals in Northern Kentucky. Scholars will also have a NaviGo Coach to provide career & college planning.
Questions? Please contact:
Jennie LaMothe
Sponsors
Thank you to our 2022-23 NaviGo Scholars Sponsors & Community Partners:
I want to get involved with NaviGo Scholars!
We are excited to offer local businesses the power to connect with students, guide them down a career path, and boost our local workforce.
One of the most exciting and powerful aspects of the NaviGo Scholars Program is the inclusion of a corporate career coach in the model. Having a committed individual who can provide timely, real-world knowledge from a professional perspective adds an invaluable dimension to the NaviGo Scholar’s journey of discovery and decision-making.”