The Volunteer Experience

I truly enjoyed speaking with PCF scholars. They were personable and gave me a great first impression of who they were and what they were interested in learning from our meeting. They have a bright future ahead of them!

Michelle Miranda

Chief Operating Officer/ Co-Founder

The Va Hub

The PCF scholars brought great questions and were exceptionally prepared, making for some insightful conversation. I was impressed with how organized and straightforward the event was. A big thank you to PCF for hosting such a well-coordinated event, I can't wait for next year!

Enrique Corado

Director of Technology and Operations

Site Service Software


About
The Event

The Volunteer Experience
Each year, PCF Scholars have the opportunity to virtually meet with professionals from a variety of industries to explore fields and professions they may not have been exposed to or considered before.

Illuminating Pathways
This event isn’t about job placements; it's all about exploring career paths! Every year, PCF Scholars connect virtually with professionals from diverse industries, gaining insight into careers they may not have previously considered.

Our Invitation to You
As a business professional, we invite you to be part of this impactful event. By sharing your expertise and insights into career paths and workforce readiness, you’ll help broaden the perspectives of our scholars, guiding them toward fulfilling career opportunities. Your conversations can make a lasting difference in the lives of these first-generation college students, supporting their journey to a successful and meaningful career after college.

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“The true value of networking lies not in how many people you meet, but in the mutual learning and knowledge exchange that occurs when you connect with others who can teach you something new."

- Unknown Author

The Student Experience

Learn from Business Professionals

Each year, over 100 professionals volunteer to share their career journeys with students like you. This event gives you access to real-world insights and advice—something you won’t typically find at the university level or through an online search.

Virtual Immersive Experience

As a participant in this event, you’ll have the chance to schedule three one-on-one virtual meetings with volunteers from different industries. Plus, you can join in on our social wall and photo booth to share your experiences and learnings with the larger PCF community. Who knows where these connections might take you? The possibilities are endless!

Event
Agenda

Agenda

07/12/2025 10:00 am to
10:30 am

Welcome Session

We’ll kick off the day by welcoming you and answering any questions you may have before the first meeting begins. Students and volunteers will each have their own separate welcome session.

07/12/2025 10:30 am to
12:30 pm

1:1 Meetings

Students and volunteers will connect in their individual virtual meeting spaces for informational interviews.


07/12/2025 12:30 pm to
01:30 pm

Student Wrap-Up

Students will gather together for a wrap-up session, where we’ll share any final announcements and reflections on the day.


Meet our
Event Partners



If you’re interested in supporting this event, we invite you to become one of our valued company partners. The event wouldn’t be possible without the generosity of corporate partners like you, as we rely on your support to cover the costs and ensure its success each year.

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