Your Child Builds a Real AI Project in 6 Weeks
The AI-First Builders Program is a 6-week online cohort for Grades 8–12. From career assessment to portfolio-ready project—your child doesn’t just learn, they build.
50,000+
Students Assessed
6 Weeks
Program Duration
15+
Portfolio Deliverables
9
Live Sessions
What Students Build in 6 Weeks
Real AI-powered projects in career interest areas — not generic assignments.
AI Career Advisor Chatbot
Sustainable Fashion Brand Pitch
Mental Health Awareness App Prototype
AI-Powered Study Planner
Skills That Compound for a Lifetime
Self Discovery
Brainwave Assessment: MBTI + Aptitude + RIASEC. 30+ page career report with personalized career clusters.
Stride Assessment Engine
AI Tools Fluency
Master ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, Canva AI, Gamma, and Notion AI for research, creation, and presentation.
ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity
Design Thinking
Empathize → Define → Ideate → Prototype → Test. Real problem-solving framework used by Stanford d.school.
Figma, Canva
Project Building
15-day traineeship project in your career interest area. Mentored by industry professionals.
Domain-specific tools
Communication & Pitch
Elevator pitch, presentation skills, professional email writing. Build your personal brand narrative.
Gamma, Google Slides
Career Strategy
3-year career roadmap (8–10) or university shortlist with 27,000+ database (11–12). LinkedIn profile setup.
Stride Career Library
Portfolio Assembly
Compile 15+ deliverables into a presentation-ready portfolio. Professional resume with AI assistance.
Canva, Notion
6 Weeks. Saturday + Sunday. From Confused to Career-Ready.
Each weekend has 2 live sessions with pre-session prep, hands-on activities, and clear deliverables.
Pre-Session Prep
- ➤Complete Brainwave Assessment (MBTI + Aptitude + RIASEC)
- ➤Receive 30+ page personalized career report
Assessment Debrief & Career Exploration
- ✓Personality type deep-dive (MBTI)
- ✓Aptitude strengths mapping
- ✓Career cluster identification (RIASEC)
- ✓AI-powered career research with Perplexity
AI Tools Bootcamp
- ✓ChatGPT prompting fundamentals
- ✓Claude for research and analysis
- ✓Canva AI for visual creation
- ✓Hands-on: Create career mood board
Outcome
Students know their personality type, aptitude strengths, and top 3 career clusters
Deliverable
Career mood board + AI tools portfolio
Pre-Session Prep
- ➤Research chosen career cluster using Perplexity
- ➤Identify a real-world problem to solve
Design Thinking: Empathize & Define
- ✓Empathy mapping exercise
- ✓Problem statement formulation
- ✓User persona creation with AI
- ✓How Might We questions
Design Thinking: Ideate & Select
- ✓Brainstorming with AI assistance
- ✓Solution ideation (quantity over quality)
- ✓Feasibility-impact matrix
- ✓Project scope definition
Outcome
Clear project brief with defined problem, user, and proposed solution
Deliverable
Design thinking canvas + project brief
Pre-Session Prep
- ➤Gather reference examples for your project
- ➤Set up project workspace in Notion/Canva
Rapid Prototyping
- ✓MVP definition and feature prioritization
- ✓Prototype building with AI tools
- ✓Gamma presentation creation
- ✓First iteration feedback
Project Development
- ✓Prototype refinement based on feedback
- ✓Visual design with Canva AI
- ✓Content creation with Claude
- ✓Progress check-in with mentor
Outcome
Working prototype/mockup of the project ready for testing
Deliverable
Project prototype v1
Pre-Session Prep
- ➤Prepare 3-minute project walkthrough
- ➤List top 3 challenges faced
Industry Mentor Session
- ✓Project presentation to industry mentor
- ✓Professional feedback and iteration plan
- ✓Industry insights and career advice
- ✓Mentor Q&A
Project Iteration & Communication Skills
- ✓Implement mentor feedback
- ✓Elevator pitch workshop
- ✓Professional email writing
- ✓Personal brand narrative
Outcome
Polished project with professional feedback incorporated
Deliverable
Project v2 + elevator pitch script
Pre-Session Prep
- ➤Finalize all project assets
- ➤Draft professional resume with AI
Portfolio Assembly
- ✓Compile all deliverables into portfolio
- ✓AI-assisted resume building
- ✓LinkedIn profile setup (Grades 11–12)
- ✓Portfolio design and formatting
Presentation Prep
- ✓Final presentation building
- ✓Pitch practice with peer feedback
- ✓Career roadmap creation (Grades 8–10)
- ✓University shortlist (Grades 11–12)
Outcome
Complete portfolio with resume, project, and all deliverables
Deliverable
Professional portfolio + resume + career roadmap/university shortlist
Pre-Session Prep
- ➤Rehearse final presentation (5 min)
- ➤Invite family to parent orientation
Demo Day
- ✓Final project presentations
- ✓Peer voting and feedback
- ✓Parent orientation session
- ✓Certificate ceremony
Graduation & Next Steps
- ✓Internship certificate distribution
- ✓1-year dashboard access walkthrough
- ✓Career library and Kazama AI bot intro
- ✓Alumni community onboarding
Outcome
Students graduate with complete portfolio, certificates, and ongoing support
Deliverable
Internship certificate + program certificate + 1-year dashboard access
15 Portfolio Deliverables. Not 1 PDF Report.
Every student walks out with tangible proof of what they can do — ready for college applications, internships, and their first career conversations.
What Your Child Builds
7 deliverables created by the student during the program
Career Mood Board
AI-designed visual exploration of top career clusters
Design Thinking Canvas
Problem → User → Solution framework document
Project Prototype
Working MVP built with AI tools in chosen domain
Presentation Deck
Professional pitch deck created with Gamma/Canva
Elevator Pitch
60-second personal brand narrative (recorded)
Professional Resume
AI-assisted resume tailored to career interests
Portfolio Package
All deliverables compiled into shareable format
What the Program Provides
8 deliverables generated by assessments, mentors, and the platform
Brainwave Career Report
30+ page psychometric assessment (MBTI + Aptitude + RIASEC)
Career Roadmap
3-year action plan (Grades 8–10) or university shortlist (11–12)
Internship Certificate
From partner company based on traineeship project
Program Certificate
AICTE NEAT-approved, backed by Google for Startups
Mentor Feedback Report
Detailed industry mentor evaluation of project
LinkedIn Profile Draft
Grades 11–12: optimized profile with strategy guide
AI Tools Portfolio
Documented evidence of AI fluency across 6+ tools
1-Year Dashboard Access
Career library, Kazama AI bot, all assessments
Portfolio Pieces
Ready for colleges, internships & careers
What Others Give vs What Launchpad Gives
| Feature | Others | Stride Launchpad |
|---|---|---|
| Starting point | Generic program for everyone | Personalized from Brainwave Assessment data |
| Assessment depth | None or basic quiz | 30+ page psychometric report (MBTI + Aptitude + RIASEC) |
| AI skills training | Not included | 6+ AI tools: ChatGPT, Claude, Canva AI, Gamma, Perplexity, Notion AI |
| Project output | No project or generic assignment | Real AI-powered project in student’s career interest area |
| Design thinking | Not taught | Full Stanford d.school framework (Empathize → Test) |
| Industry mentors | No mentor access | 1:1 feedback from professionals (McKinsey, IITs, IIMs) |
| Live sessions | 1 counselor session | 9 live sessions across 6 weekends |
| Portfolio pieces | 0–1 (PDF report only) | 15+ tangible portfolio deliverables |
| Internship certificate | Not available | From partner company based on project |
| Post-program support | None | 1-year dashboard: career library, AI bot, assessments |
| University matching | Basic list | 27,000+ university database with personalized shortlist |
| Communication skills | Not included | Elevator pitch, email writing, presentation skills |
| Price | ₹2–5K assessment OR ₹30K+ premium programs | ₹17,999–19,999 for the complete journey |
Starting point
Assessment depth
AI skills training
Project output
Design thinking
Industry mentors
Live sessions
Portfolio pieces
Internship certificate
Post-program support
University matching
Communication skills
Price
Learn from Industry Professionals
Piyush Gupta
Career Guidance & People Science
Stride Ahead
Manoj Sethi
Brand You Coach, CEO GILP
GILP
Saveera Bahl
Founder Director
Manasvi Wellbeing
Nilay Pandey
Founder & CEO
Agrix
Himanshu Gupta
QA Manager
Aspire
Sneha Verma
Certified Career Coach
Stride Ahead
Our mentors bring real industry experience across technology, wellness, entrepreneurship, and career coaching. Join the program to get matched with the right mentor for your career interests.
Two Tracks. One Destination: Career Clarity.
Discover Track
Stream selection clarity
- ✓Brainwave Assessment + 30-page career report
- ✓AI tools fluency (6+ tools)
- ✓Design thinking fundamentals
- ✓15-day traineeship project
- ✓Internship certificate
- ✓3-year career roadmap
- ✓9 live sessions
- ✓1-year dashboard access
- ✓10+ portfolio deliverables
Profile Builder Track
College application strength
- ✓Everything in Discover Track
- ✓University shortlist (27,000+ database)
- ✓LinkedIn profile draft + strategy
- ✓AI-assisted resume building
- ✓Professional communication skills
- ✓Elevator pitch training
- ✓University matching support
- ✓15+ portfolio deliverables
Mode
Online, Live
Duration
6 Weeks
Sessions
9 Live (Sat + Sun)
Schedule
Weekends Only
Session Length
2–2.5 Hours
Cohort Size
20–40 Students
Platform
Zoom / Google Meet
Certification
AICTE NEAT Approved
What Students & Parents Say
“I had my first work from home experience as a Product Design intern through Stride Ahead partner company. My suggestions were valued, which helped me gain tons of confidence.”
Supriya Baingaha
Student, IIT Roorkee
“Stride Ahead gave me a clear, step-by-step career path. Their mentorship helped me build skills needed for success.”
Hitendra Singh
BA, University of Limpopo
“I gained practical knowledge in psychology and learned how a company functions in a supportive, confidence-boosting environment.”
Arzu Ahlawat
Student
“As a fresher from engineering with no direction in Digital Marketing, Stride Ahead gave me personalized learning and a launchpad.”
Dypali Dogra
Graduate
“The mentorship experience equipped me with practical skills, from content creation to interview and GD preparation.”
Prachi
Student
“Through guidance, I bagged a Job in Citi Bank with a CTC of 17 lpa. I recommend this session to friends.”
Ankit Hawa
Graduate
“I got deeper insight on professional web designing skills and learned work ethics and group management.”
Sai Kiran
Student
“The elaborate assessment and one-on-one sessions helped me develop management-level role skills effectively.”
Akshita Shrivastava
Graduate, Triedge.in
“Resume building and application tracking were more comprehensive than college offerings. Great career development process.”
Divya Nandan
Graduate
“Direct mentor guidance built my confidence in web development, communication, and time management skills.”
Kuhuk Agarwal
Student, IGDTUW
“My research internship was transformative. I expanded my skill set and learned mentorship perspectives.”
Shreya Ajayan
UI/UX Designer
“Sessions on LinkedIn, resume building, and job strategy were incredibly beneficial for career clarity.”
Kashmira Patil
BE Graduate, IT
“Personality assessments and mentor guidance helped me discover strengths and choose a future-ready field.”
Divya Malviya
Graduate
“Data analytics course was incredibly informative and packed with knowledge about working with data effectively.”
Shelot Mashiti
BA, University of Limpopo
“My mentor supported me throughout, helping refine my resume and LinkedIn, securing an internship.”
Kishore S
Graduate
“Mentorship from industry experts gave insights about required skills, upskilling, and personal branding.”
Madhur Jain
Student
“I aspired to be a Business Analyst but did not know where to start. Stride Ahead helped me prepare.”
Himanshu Singh
Graduate
“Clear understanding of assessment results and guidance on fields to explore and market trends.”
Harshal Gurjar
Student
“Brainwave assessment identified my skills and ideal career path. Their incubator program was valuable.”
Shiva Manoj
Graduate
“My mentor, an AI and project management expert, thoroughly answered all my questions helpfully.”
Tanay
Software Engineer
Recognized by Industry Leaders
Run Stride Launchpad for Your Students
Bring an NEP-aligned, AI-first career readiness program to your school. Contact us for custom school pricing.
- ✓NEP-aligned, AI-first career readiness program
- ✓Complimentary faculty workshop on psychometric report interpretation
- ✓White-labelled certificates with your school branding
- ✓Dedicated school coordinator & cohort management support
Questions Parents Ask
Every Student in Your Child’s Class Has the Same Marks. Only Yours Will Have a Portfolio.
Start with a free career assessment. See what your child is built for. Then build the proof.