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  • Her dad, her best friend, biggest mentor and the most incredible and involved father, was diagnosed with this disease in May of 2021. After his diagnosis, Katherine anxiously searched the internet and social media platforms for glioblastoma resources and glioblastoma research and sadly discovered little of either and a lot of pessimistic and difficult information.

    This is when she knew she needed to use her action based personality and her passion for philanthropy and event planning to find a way to make a difference in the brain cancer space. She wanted to create a space of community support for all those impacted by this terrible disease and to raise funds for research. After 6 months of hard work, learning, a lot of planning and an application to the IRS, Gray for Glioblastoma was born.

    Gray for Glioblastoma continues to be Katherine’s passion every day in memory of her father, Craig, who passed away in March of 2023 after almost a two year battle with Glioblastoma. In recognition of her outstanding efforts, Katherine was nominated for Forbes 30 Under 30 and DC 25 Under 25 Innovators this year, a testament to her exceptional leadership and impact.

    Beyond her philanthropic endeavors, Katherine is also deeply involved in the worlds of events and communications, skillfully harnessing her expertise to drive change. She spearheaded an influencer program for Gray for Glioblastoma involving over 40 influential figures with a collective following of 20 million, exemplifying her ability to bridge various spheres to amplify her mission.

    Instagram: grayforglioblastoma

    Website: https://grayforglioblastoma.com/

Kate Snedeker is CEO and founder of Gray for Glioblastoma, a registered 501(c)(3) organization, to raise money for research and awareness of glioblastoma, an aggressive type of brain tumor.

Staj Plans

  • Book a 30-minute 1-on-1 video call, ask questions, and get expert advice

    $100

  • Shadow your dream host In-person for 4 hours.

    Gather in-person experiences, learn the tricks and tips in a new industry and develop your skills with a mentor in the space.

    $300

  • Experience your dream job at the highest level by shadowing hosts in person for a full day

    $500

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FAQs

  • Staj literally translates to 'intern' in french. Short for stagiaire, which is common in fine dining when chefs test out a kitchen before they get hired.

    To us, Staj is providing personalized job shadowing experiences allowing you to see the good, bad, and ugly of your "dream job" before taking any risks.

  • Job shadowing is an opportunity for individuals to observe professionals in their desired field to gain insight into a specific career or industry. With Staj, you can browse available job shadowing opportunities, apply to shadow professionals in various fields, and schedule sessions based on your interests and availability. Each job shadowing experience is designed to help you understand the day-to-day responsibilities and get an inside look at your desired industry.

  • Once you apply to shadow your desired host, someone from our team will follow up with you to schedule a 15-minute introductory call with you and the host. During this call, both you and the host will meet virtually, discuss your learning goals, review a sample agenda, and schedule the in-person Staj experience.

    A few days before the Staj experience, you will receive an email with the meeting address and reminders on how to prepare.

    On the day of your Staj, you will meet your host at the previously discussed location, and your host will guide you through the Staj, sharing valuable insights into their industry.

  • The Staj prices vary depending on your desired time and outcome with the host. Check out the prices listed on each host page in the "Staj Plans" section for more information.

  • After you’ve gained invaluable insights and tips for your dream industry, the world is your oyster!

    The Staj experience provides an inside view into your desired field. If you are interested in more time shadowing your dream job, please apply for the Staj Professional experience on your desired hosts page.

    Staj also offers additional programs to continue your mentorship relationship with your host. Continued mentorship is an opportunity after your Staj experience.

    Additionally, Staj serves as a feeder program, helping individuals secure roles at the companies they have shadowed. If you are interested in exploring a permanent position, please indicate your interest through the Apply Now form.