Empower Students With Career Readiness That Lasts a Lifetime
See how you can set your high school students up for success with JumpForward Career Services
Did you know...
Three out of four high school graduates say they felt only moderately, slightly, or not at all prepared to make college or career decisions after graduation?
A fully developed career course—complete with curriculum, textbook, and student portal tools—can help change this statistic.
JumpForward equips schools to do more than guide students through career decisions—it sets them up for lifelong success.
JumpForward: High School Career Prep That Works
Pre-Built Curriculum
JumpForward offers a 16-week career development program that is ready to implement and gives students lifelong tools for success. Includes career exploration, personalized planning, and a final capstone presentation.
Step-By-Step Career Exploration & Planning
Our 16-week program delivers a structured career exploration and development curriculum that engages students in thoughtful decision-making—designed to align seamlessly with your school’s agenda.
Delivers Real Outcomes for Students
Students don’t just explore careers. They create a career plan, present it to peers, and gain tools they’ll use well beyond graduation.
Flexible + Affordable
Custom pricing models work within your budget—whether you’re rolling out to one classroom or your entire school.
Customizable
Tailor JumpForward's career planning curriculum with your own delivery style.
What the Curriculum Includes
Career Smart: Career Planning Guide
A comprehensive textbook that walks students through career discovery, research, and personal planning.
Access to Career Services Portal
Capstone Presentation Project
Students present their final career plan—building communication skills and confidence.
Who You’ll Work With
Jim Jump is the Owner and Director of JumpForward Career Services, a student-focused program designed to help college students navigate career planning with clarity and confidence. With over two decades of experience in higher education, Jim created the Career Smart: Career Planning Guide to provide students with practical tools—like resume writing, interview preparation, and mentorship—while guiding them to develop a personalized career plan before graduation.
Throughout his career, Jim has served in multiple roles across institutions such as Lindenwood University, Southern Illinois University – Edwardsville, and Lewis & Clark Community College. His work as a teacher, recruiter, site director, and advisor has shaped his commitment to making career development more accessible, intentional, and student-centered.
Trusted. Ready. Aligned.
Schools have choices of how they can create, develop and achieve career assessment and desire outcomes.
You don’t have to design this student careers pathway alone—we’re here to help you lead the way.
Take the Next Step
Schedule a demo today to select your mandatory career course in time ↓