Forage offers free, virtual work experiences delivered by leading companies. No prior experience needed!
Each experience includes tasks simulating the real-world experience of that career. Experiences are 6-8 hours each, and students gain the skills to succeed.
There are many reasons to try out a virtual work experience, including:
- Explore different careers
- Gain experience and skills through real-world tasks created by the companies
- Add the experience to your Resume & LinkedIn (see referencing policy on how to showcase the program)
- Students do not need to apply, and there is no cost involved
How does Forage work?
Students work through self-paced hypothetical tasks designed to simulate the work of an intern or graduate at that organization. Each program takes 6-8 hours and is completely free, open-access, and self-paced.
Benefits of participating in Forage:
- Employers are 2x more likely to invite a Forager to interview.
- Employers are 4x more likely to extend an offer to a Forager.
- Students receive curated resources to learn relevant industry skills.
- Students receive video instructions directly from senior employees at chosen companies.
- Access through the designated Yale Forage site
- For more information, visit the FAQ’s about Forage
Below is a sample of some of the companies and programs involved:
- Consulting – Accenture Future Innovator in Training; PWC Digital Assurance; BCG Strategy
Consulting; Deloitte Technology Consulting - Technology – PWC Cybersecurity Case; Goldman Sachs Engineering; BCG Digital Transformation; BCG Data Science & Advanced Analytics
- Finance – Citi (Investment Banking); Citi Markets (Sales and Trading) and Securities Services;
J.P.Morgan (Investment Banking); J.P. Morgan (Commercial Banking), Day with KPMG Audit & Assurance - Law – LEOCussen Centre for Law (Human Rights Law); Latham & Watkins (Mergers &
Acquisitions); Kilpatrick Townsend (Patent Law); Clifford Chance (Climate Change); Herbert
Smith Freehills (Digital Law); Morrison Foerster (Patent Strategy & Prosecution) - Human Resources – GE Explorer
- Business – Lululemon Merchandising, Sydney Romantics Branding and Design, Discover
Marketing Analytics at Wayfair - Social Impact – Virtual Startup Internship Innovating for Smart Cities, Engaging the
community through Teach for Australia
Example of how to include a Forage Experience in your Resume:
This is just one example and should be used as a guide to show the specific skills gained.
[Employer Name], [Specific Experience Name] Virtual Experience Program Participant, [Date Completed]
• Participant in the Forage [Insert specifics]
• Tasks completed include: Market Research, Data Analysis, Understanding Consumer Needs, Client Recommendation, and Next Steps
