Host a Scholar

NobleReach Scholars are mission-driven, entrepreneurial early-career professionals looking to use their skills to have a positive impact.

What is the Scholars Program?

The NobleReach Scholars program is a full time, one-to-two-year, fully compensated program in Washington, DC that connects highly-skilled business, technical, and scientific talent to government agencies and mission-driven organizations looking to solve tough problems.

Scholars work in one of 5 strategic domains:

Artificial Intelligence
Biotechnology
Business Process Innovation
Computing & Cybersecurity
Materials & Manufacturing

Why Should Your Agency Sponsor a NobleReach Scholar?

Access Top Talent

We curate and deliver a group of finalists tailored to your needs, drawing on our robust network of academic and industry partnerships, at no cost to you.

Effective & Efficient Hiring

NobleReach has specific expertise in navigating the ins-and-outs of government contracting—from both sides. We move faster than recruiting firms. And, our substantial endowment enables us to share the cost and scale your programs.

Learning & Development

We support Scholars through the hiring and onboarding process and provide an orientation bootcamp, quarterly professional development and 1:1 mentorship throughout their program year, at no cost to you.

Setting Up a Scholars Program at Your Agency

A Flexible Approach For Scholar Placement

NobleReach will partner with you to establish a Scholars program at your agency. We will craft a program that fits your agency’s authorities, budgets, and needs:

Simplest approach. If your agency agrees to fund government positions, NobleReach will help fill those positions and train, mentor, and support your Scholars. First, we recommend setting up a simple no-cost memorandum of understanding (MOU). Then, your agency can appoint personnel under Schedule A(r) (the accepted hiring authority for fellowship programs) or under a direct-hire authority.
Alternative approaches. If needed, NobleReach can share in a portion of your agency’s cost for the personnel. Or, if you choose to hire individuals as Intergovernmental Personnel Act Agreements (IPAs) or contractors, we can help set up a cooperative or sole-source agreement. Then, individuals can be detailed as IPAs, contractors, under Schedule A(r), or under direct-hire authority.

Sponsor Requirements

Commitment to host a Scholar in a one-to-two year program
A dedicated supervisor committed to mentorship
Meaningful assignments and valuable deliverables
Alignment with at least one strategic domain:
1. Artificial Intelligence
2. Biotechnology
3. Business Process Innovation
4. Computing & Cybersecurity
5. Materials & Manufacturing
NobleReach will ensure compliance with organization-specific protocols, including security clearance, onboarding, and performance management

Interested in Hosting a Scholar?

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