Ballmer Group Awards $4 Million Grant to Genesys Works for AI-Driven Career Training
Genesys Works, a national nonprofit focused on career pathways, has secured a $4 million grant from the Ballmer Group. The funding is designated to expand paid internship access and modernize curriculum to prepare high school students for an evolving workforce increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence. The investment will support program growth through 2030, including testing new delivery methods and updating technical training. This initiative precedes a major fundraising campaign tied to the organization's 25th anniversary in 2027. The program aims to bridge the readiness gap for Gen Z students by providing hands-on professional experience with corporate partners. Recent performance data highlights the impact of these skills, with interns reportedly building AI tools used daily by supervisors and identifying significant cost savings for employers. Long-term outcomes from the program show alumni earning an average annual income of $67,000 and achieving higher degree attainment rates compared to their peers.
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