Volunteer Virtual Classroom Speaker (Engineering/IT Professional 1)
Pathful Inc. · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- United States
Job highlights
- Volunteer to speak virtually about engineering/IT careers.
- Share your professional journey and career success tips.
- Engage with 100 Grade 8 students remotely.
- Opportunity lasts 20 minutes on May 21, 2026.
- Enhance your LinkedIn profile with volunteer experience.
About the role
Volunteer Virtual Classroom Speaker
Pathful Inc. is seeking a volunteer Virtual Classroom Speaker with an Engineering/IT background to share their professional journey and career success tips with students. This is a remote opportunity, allowing participation from anywhere with a stable internet connection and a computer with a camera.
Role Overview
As a Volunteer Virtual Classroom Speaker, you will bring real-world application, professional experience, and relevance to the classroom curriculum. You will interact virtually with an educator and their students, focusing on topics related to engineering and IT careers.
Key Responsibilities
- Share your personal career journey and experiences in engineering or IT.
- Provide practical tips and advice for career success in the tech field.
- Engage with students and educators in a virtual classroom setting.
- Contribute to making learning more relevant and applicable for Grade 8 students.
Key Questions Answered
- What is the goal of this volunteer opportunity? To connect classroom learning with real-world professional experiences in engineering and IT.
- Where can I participate from? Anywhere with a reliable internet connection and a computer with a camera.
- What is the duration of the session? 20 minutes.
- What grade level will I be speaking to? Grade 8.
- What is the topic? Engineering/IT Professional 1.
Proposed Dates and Times
- May 21, 2026: 12:45 PM, 1:19 PM, 2:54 PM, 3:28 PM (America/New_York time zone)
Benefits
- Gain experience that can strengthen the volunteer section of your LinkedIn profile.
- Make a positive impact on students' understanding of engineering and IT careers.
Key skills/competency
- Volunteer
- Virtual Speaker
- Engineering
- Information Technology
- Career Advice
- Public Speaking
- Communication
- Mentorship
- Classroom Engagement
- Professional Experience
Skills & topics
- Volunteer
- Virtual Speaker
- Engineering
- IT Professional
- Career Advice
- Classroom Speaker
- Remote Volunteering
- Mentorship
- Education
- Tech Career
How to get hired
- Understand Pathful's Mission: Research Pathful Inc. and its commitment to connecting students with real-world career insights.
- Tailor Your Application: Highlight your engineering or IT background and your passion for mentorship in your volunteer application.
- Prepare Your Talking Points: Outline key aspects of your career journey and impactful advice you can share in 20 minutes.
- Test Your Tech: Ensure your internet connection and devices (computer, camera) are ready for a virtual session.
- Be Ready to Engage: Prepare to interact with students and educators, making the session dynamic and informative.
Technical preparation
Test internet connection and camera functionality.,Familiarize yourself with virtual meeting platforms.,Prepare visual aids if helpful for presentation.,Ensure device is charged and ready.
Behavioral questions
Describe a challenging career decision you made.,How do you inspire others to pursue goals?,Share a time you explained a complex topic.,How do you adapt your communication style?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the time commitment for a Volunteer Virtual Classroom Speaker at Pathful Inc.?
- The virtual session is a brief 20-minute commitment. This allows for a focused interaction with the students without a significant time investment.
- Can I volunteer as a Virtual Classroom Speaker from anywhere?
- Yes, as long as you have a stable internet connection and a computer with a camera, you can participate from any location. This makes the role highly accessible.
- What specific topics should I cover as an Engineering/IT Professional volunteer?
- The focus is on sharing your personal career journey and providing practical tips for career success in engineering or IT fields. Tailor your insights to resonate with 8th-grade students.
- Will Pathful Inc. provide support for preparing my virtual classroom session?
- Yes, Nepris, a platform supporting these interactions, will provide support and next steps to help you prepare and ensure a successful session.
- How can this volunteer experience benefit me professionally?
- This volunteer opportunity can be highlighted on your LinkedIn profile, strengthening the volunteer section and showcasing your commitment to education and mentorship.
- What is the grade level of the students I will be interacting with?
- You will be interacting with Grade 8 students. This means your presentation should be engaging and understandable for early-teenagers.
- Are there any specific technical requirements for the Volunteer Virtual Classroom Speaker role?
- A good internet connection and a computer or device with a camera are required for this virtual volunteer role.