Entrepreneurial Mentorship Program (EMP)｜High School Extracurricular Activities & Work Opportunities

Rita Cheng
Sep 24, 2025
3 min read

Updated: Oct 31, 2025

Wondering how you can explore career paths while still in high school?

From Classroom to Career! Experience Work, Gain Confidence!

Join Menty Education’s Entrepreneurial Mentorship Program (EMP) and work directly with CEOs, founders, and managers across tech, biotech, aerospace, education, and the arts. Gain hands-on experience, build leadership skills, and turn your internship into a powerful highlight for your U.S. college applications.

EMP Program Advantages｜EMP Registration Procedure｜EMP Partnership Start-ups

EMP Registration Form

Entrepreneurial Mentorship Program｜Who Is It For?

Students who want to strengthen their application resumes with impactful extracurricular activities.
Those who wish to go beyond academics by gaining early exposure to workplace culture and accumulating real industry experience.
Students are eager to explore their future by engaging with industries they're interested in.
Individuals eager to demonstrate leadership, real impact, and management skills while producing tangible, verifiable outcomes.

Why does work experience matter before college?

Gain a practical advantage beyond grades and test scores.
Step out of your comfort zone, face challenges, and build confidence.
Adapt to new environments and cultures to strengthen resilience.
Develop problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills.
Learn to balance schoolwork with job responsibilities for independence and self-reliance.
Build valuable professional connections and a strong support network.
Express yourself with confidence and collaborate effectively with others.
Stand out in college applications and prepare for future careers.

Why start-up companies?

Provide unique opportunities beyond traditional industries.
Use emerging technologies and create new business models or services.
Offer a dynamic, innovative environment that encourages fresh ideas.
Maintain flatter structures with open, direct communication.
Foster collaboration, creativity, and team spirit.
Give you the chance to work closely with founders and managers.
Develop problem-solving, adaptability, and entrepreneurial thinking.

What sets this program apart from students finding jobs on their own?

The smarter way to gain work experience!

Go beyond basic tasks or chores—gain meaningful, skill-building experiences.
Receive direct mentorship from professionals to guide your growth.
Experience an integrated work-learning journey instead of a simple job placement.
Build industry insight and take on genuine responsibilities.
Be matched with a curated network of startups for the best fit.
Access end-to-end support—from resume creation to goal tracking.
Maximize learning outcomes with personalized mentorship and measurable growth.

How job experience boosts college applications

Having real job experience gives high school students a powerful advantage in the college admissions process. U.S. colleges value more than academics—they want to see how students form meaningful connections, manage responsibilities, and make an impact through their activities. A strong work record demonstrates commitment, time management, and maturity in ways that simple participation cannot. In addition, outstanding workplace performance can lead to a supervisor’s letter of recommendation, providing concrete evidence of your skills, reliability, and potential. Together, these experiences showcase initiative, responsibility, and leadership—qualities that admissions officers actively seek!

In the EMP(Entrepreneurial Mentorship Program), you will:

Embark on an exciting startup internship lasting 8 to 12 weeks.
Receive direct mentorship from startup CEOs, founders, or managers and gain real work experience.
Join a working company project as a team member.
Gain the chance to receive a letter of recommendation from a company supervisor, which can showcase your competitive edge during the application process.

Standard operating procedure for registration

Fill out the registration form → Consult and plan with the Menty team → Prepare your resume → Interview with the company → Assess mutual fit with the company → Sign the agreement and make payment → Program gets started.