Jebbee is an innovative career networking platform designed to connect students with schools, professionals, mentors and career opportunities tailored to their interests. Unlike traditional job boards, Jebbee offers an interactive, modern social media experience where students can explore diverse career pathways, connect with professionals and find educational opportunities that match their interests and aspirations. The free app leverages AI-driven matching capabilities to recommend careers, schools and opportunities based on personality, interests and skills.
The platform creates a space that mirrors an authentic conversation with peers, mentors and professionals. Jebbee helps students make informed decisions about their future careers, whether they’re interested in pursuing a college degree, vocational training or entering the workforce directly out of school. Its socially connected features, like virtual career days and mentorship opportunities, facilitate low-pressure, real-world learning and career exploration, offering students valuable insights without the stress.
Jebbee is available to high school and college students, educational institutions, and businesses, fostering a dynamic ecosystem of career development and support.
Platform:
Jebbee is a mobile app, available for download on both iOS and Android devices.
URL:
https://www.jebbee.com
Problem solved:
Jebbee solves the challenge of limited career exposure and lack of preparation for the workforce. Many students graduate without a clear sense of career direction or the skills needed to succeed in the workplace. Jebbee’s SchoolMatch helps students explore educational options based on their interests, budget and desired environment. CareerMatch introduces them to diverse career paths, while Virtual CareerDay helps them to access mentors via video and learn more about careers aligned with their goals and interests. It empowers them to make informed, confident decisions about their future.
Age/grade range:
Jebbee is designed primarily for high school, college students and recent graduates (ages 13-24) exploring career paths, but it also serves educational institutions such as high schools, vocational schools, community colleges and universities, as well as businesses seeking to connect with young talent for internships, mentorships and cultivate their next generation of talent.
Core/supplemental/special needs/extracurricular/professional development?
Jebbee focuses on career readiness and professional development, supporting students in exploring, planning and executing their career journeys. It provides access to both traditional and non-traditional career pathways, with a strong emphasis on personalized career exploration, mentorship and networking.
Topic:
Jebbee supports career exploration, workforce readiness and professional networking across various pathways, whether students are considering four-year universities, community colleges, vocational schools, apprenticeships or direct-to-workforce opportunities. It provides personalized recommendations, connecting students through content with mentors, industry professionals and job experiences that align with their unique interests, skills and goals. By expanding beyond traditional degree routes, Jebbee ensures that all students have access to the opportunities that best suit their aspirations.
Lesson time needed:
Jebbee is a flexible platform that can be used as a supplemental tool for career readiness programs, requiring anywhere from 15 minutes for quick exploration to ongoing engagement over months for deeper networking and mentorship. VIrtual CareerDay can be easily integrated into any career exploration curriculum, and even provides a framework for students to interact with professional mentors, and receive video answers to their questions which are then put into a presentation that can be shared with the class, creating a library of career videos. The platform allows students to progress at their own pace, making it adaptable to different levels of involvement and engagement.
Pricing model:
Jebbee is free for students, providing access to career exploration, networking and mentorship at no cost. For institutions (schools and universities), Jebbee follows a subscription-based model to support enhanced features and administrative tools designed to foster career readiness programs. It is currently free for high schools in Michigan. In the future, students can opt for premium features for a more personalized, in-depth experience.
What makes your product unique?
Jebbee stands out by making career exploration feel engaging, familiar, accessible and fun — just like social media. Jebbee differs from traditional, transactional job boards by providing a student-first experience with an interactive platform that’s easy to navigate and fun to use.
With its AI-driven matching features and personalized career recommendations, Jebbee transforms the career readiness process into an engaging journey, not a daunting, all consuming decision. The platform’s social media-inspired UI encourages ongoing interaction, and its clean, intuitive design keeps students engaged as they discover new career paths and opportunities.
The platform integrates social learning principles through peer-to-peer mentorship, professional connections and real-world insights, making it a collaborative space for knowledge-sharing. Scaffolding techniques ensure students are gently guided through the career exploration process, gradually building their understanding of different career paths as they progress. This approach helps students feel supported, confident and excited about their future.
What users are saying:
"There’s nothing out there like this. When we can meet kids where they’re at, it’s the social media age, and it’s fun, it’s going to directly impact them in their education. It will help build community, it’s going to help build empathy. I don’t think you can ask for more, and I think putting it into practice it’s going to make a huge difference in kids' lives."
-Sam Skeels, Principal Adrian (MI) High School.
“Jebbee will revolutionize how schools approach career and college readiness. The app is incredibly user-friendly for both students and professionals in business and industry. Our students have really enjoyed the "TikTok"-style reels that let them scroll through and explore various careers, schools, and everything related to career and college planning. We also love the concept of the virtual career day event—it provides a fun and engaging way for students to connect with local business professionals and gain insight into different professions.”
-Tori Thrush, Career/College Readiness Consultant Char-Em Schools HHP
"At Michigan State University, we think about recruiting students as a developmental process, rather than as a sorting process, " said Mark Largent, Vice Provost and Dean of Undergraduate Education at Michigan State University. "From the very first time we engage with a prospective student until long after they graduate, we help our students explore their passions, learn about career options, and develop transferable skills. That's what excites me about Jebbee—it allows for dynamic career exploration, allowing our students to align their passions with their education and ultimately their career paths."
-Mark Largent, MSU
