An easy way to spark career conversations in your classroom.


Looking for an engaging, low-lift way to introduce career exploration?

HopeST is a free, nonprofit-built app that helps students explore real-world careers and imagine their futures. Whether you're introducing career exploration for the first time or expanding a college & career readiness program, HopeST meets students where they are and inspires them to dream big.


Why Educators Love It

Nonprofit Mission – Focused on student success

Future-Facing – Helping students explore real career paths

Ready to Go – Start using it today, for free

Committed to Student Data Privacy


How to Get Started

  1. Learn how to introduce HopeST using the training materials

    Use the Educator Slide Deck, Training Video, and Student Slide Deck found in the “Get Started Resources for Educators” section below. These tools will help you quickly understand how the app works and how to walk your students through it with minimal prep.

  2. Sign up for the HopeST Facilitator Dashboard

    This gives you access to the educator tools and lets you support students as they explore careers.

    ➡️ [Facilitator Dashboard]

    Tip: Once you're signed in, you'll also have access to the Custom Lesson Plan Generator, a quick way to build tailored classroom activities based on your goals.

  3. Share the app with your students

    Students can download the app on their phones or use the web version (Chromebook-friendly).

  4. Let students explore careers they’ve never imagined

    They’ll chat with AI-powered professionals and start connecting interests to real jobs.


📚 HopeST Educator Toolkit

Use the sections below to explore lesson plans, support tools, and more.