Year 2025 - 2026

Social Tech Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship

Pilot

Digital Marketing

Capability Building for Non-Profits

Marketing and Communications

The Social Tech Apprenticeship was an intensive, full-time programme designed to bridge youths to meaningful digital roles within social impact organisations. Participants were trained in practical digital and communications skills before being matched to real projects under industry mentors.

Supported by the Foundry Forward Fund, the programme emphasises workplace readiness, reflective learning, and real accountability — giving participants hands-on experience while supporting the digital needs of partner organisations.

Target Audience

Youths from underserved communities interested in pursuing a digital design career in the social sector

Partners

Scale

5 participants

Learning Objectives

Students will learn:

Professional digital communication skills for non-profit sector
Content creation for organisations
Video and design fundamentals
Project management basics
Workplace collaboration and feedback
Reflective practice and documentation

By the end, students will be able to:

Contribute to real organisational projects
Work with mentors and stakeholders
Produce usable media and communications outputs
Navigate a professional work environment

Students will learn:

Professional digital communication skills for non-profit sector
Content creation for organisations
Video and design fundamentals
Project management basics
Workplace collaboration and feedback
Reflective practice and documentation

By the end, students will be able to:

Contribute to real organisational projects
Work with mentors and stakeholders
Produce usable media and communications outputs
Navigate a professional work environment

Funder

3 Key Highlights

Hatch’s 1st structured apprenticeship programme
Going beyond digital marketing training to work readiness
Out of 5 participants, 3 were matched to apprenticeships and 2 to full-time roles

About this Partnership

What if we could accelerate digital and marketing capabilities of nonprofits and charities by providing capabilities-as-a-service?

Team Reflections

"What felt special to me about the Social Tech Apprenticeship was seeing young creatives grow into confidence as they explore using digital for good in the social sector. The most valuable part of it was watching them move from hesitating to speak up during client interviews to taking ownership, communicating clearly, and presenting their solutions proudly.

I believe that the Social Tech Apprenticeship not only helps youths see themselves differently in the workplace, but also bridges a gap for organisations that experience a talent shortage, giving them access to capable young talent."

Julia Nazarene, Programme Manager

Stats and

Stories

"Through STA, I learned that design and creativity can do more than sell—they can spark reflection and connection. A key takeaway for me came from the industry sharing that showed that effective communication is rooted in deep research and insight. The supportive learning environment and community made the experience especially meaningful. STA created space for growth, and Priya’s guidance set a strong foundation for understanding what impactful non-profit communications look like."

“This was my first time working on real projects. It helped me understand what working life is actually like.”

"Not only did I manage to gain new skills, but I also mastered my craft by practicing more. The program has definitely allowed me to understand the social sector and its impact on a deeper level through the training and the industry sharings. A moment that stood out to me was definitely the demo day. Presenting my work in front of others in a “demo” setting was an eye-opening experience. I truly felt accomplished after that."