Supporting exceptional undergraduates from less-advantaged backgrounds to secure top tech jobs.
Research consistently shows that the UK tech workforce does not reflect the wider population, with those from lower socio-economic backgrounds and state schools significantly underrepresented.
upReach's Tech500 programme, established in partnership with The Hg Foundation, helps talented undergraduates from less advantaged backgrounds secure graduate roles in the technology sector. The programme supports 500 Associates at any one time.
Tech500 offers participants comprehensive and exclusive training, networking and development opportunities to boost their success rates in progressing to top jobs. upReach also works with leading technology firms to influence hiring behaviours and to support them in their commitment to social mobility and diversity in the workplace.
The Hg Foundation is also proud to be supporting upReach to grow its capacity and partnership work by funding an independent evaluation of impact, to determine a causal link between upReach’s activities and employment outcomes.
“The Tech500 programme has helped deepen my knowledge within the Technology sector, develop new skills that are key in interviews/application processes and has exposed me to unique insight weeks, technology programmes and internship/placement opportunities. Not only was my assigned programme coordinator extremely helpful, but everyone takes joy in seeing you achieve your goals. I took part in these events frequently and this ensured my performance in my application process was of the highest standard.”
