Our Programs

GearUp Analyst Program (GAP)

A 3-year comprehensive program transforming university students into industry-ready professionals through rigorous technical training, mentorship, and real-world experience.

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The Problem - Can We Afford to Wait?

Only 10% of 290k+ university graduates are employed within a year. Some take up to 10 years to find a job.

The Root Causes

Lack of employable skills
Poor corporate ethics among graduates
Insufficient funding for entrepreneurship
Limited industry capacity
Problem Illustration

Our Solution - GAP Model

A 3-year curriculum that emphasizes mindset transformation and fosters a lifelong learning mentality.

Technical Training
Phase 1

Technical Training

  • Industry-recognized training programs & certifications
  • Reinforce skills through practical assignments and workshops
  • Mock interviews, resume review, and personal branding sessions
Miniships & Opportunities
Phase 2

Miniships & Opportunities

  • Gain real-world work experience through short projects
  • Sponsorship and job opportunities from referring companies
Personal Development
Phase 3

Personal & Professional Development

  • Relevant career webinars with industry panels
  • Network with industry experts
  • Core soft skills development: Communication, leadership, problem-solving
Community Engagement
Phase 4

Community Engagement & Special Events

Our analysts annually participate in projects aimed at giving back to their communities and addressing societal issues for economic growth.

Our Impact So Far

Within 3 years, our program has achieved remarkable milestones. We take pride in the accomplishments of our past analysts.

1,200+
Training Hours
800+
Practical Hours
300+
Volunteer Hours

Our Results So Far

Our analysts have exemplified the unparalleled quality of our program through these achievements.

Received 5+ job offers
Secured full-time roles with Bank of America (UK), Genser Energy, and Injaro Investments
Won the Unilever Africa IdeaTrophy Competition
Completed 30+ online courses, virtual internships, and professional certifications
Completed multiple internships - Bank of America (UK), Affinity Ghana, Renmo Homes
Qualified for the SEO Africa class program
Qualified for SEO Africa International Program (Goldman Sachs Spring Insight) 2022
Acted as accountability mentors to new GearUp Analysts
Our Results
Testimonials

What Our Participants Say

Hear directly from our participants about the transformative impact of our programs

No one has ever challenged me like GearUp has. The program in just one year has profoundly influenced my personal and professional growth. This program has inspired me to take initiative, built my confidence and communication skills, and continually seek self-improvement.

Seyram Esi Ametepe

Seyram Esi Ametepe

2022 GearUp Analyst

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