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become a hiring partner

First-generation college students are uniquely positioned to thrive in their careers. Basta works to connect you with talent you don’t meet through your typical recruitment channels!

AVERAGE application TO interview
conversion rate: 3%

basta average application to interview conversion rate: 30%

PARTNERS

AlphaSights
BNY Mellon
Build America Mutual
Bloomberg
Citi group
Critical Mass
Donors Choose

Fitch Ratings
Fisher Brothers
Hall Capital
HavenTech
Justworks
Snapchat
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Why Partner With BASTA?

  • Get tailored resume books to meet your hiring goals and access a vetted prospect portal for low-lift recruitment all year.

  • Host exclusive events with prospective applicants. Bring employees into the mix to level up your employee engagement strategy.

  • Get feedback from Basta hires and applicants on their experience, including custom dashboards revealing aggregate candidate performance.

Basta fellows conversing during a fellowship workshop to build their social capital.

Basta partners with top companies and nonprofits in various sectors, including tech, finance, and professional services.

Join companies like these in partnering with Basta

EMPLOYER Partners

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Making it easier to run a business by handling the nitty-gritty of payroll, benefits, compliance, and HR.

JUSTWORKS

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Bloomberg LP

Using the power of technology to connect the world’s decision makers to accurate information on the financial markets–and help them make faster, smarter decisions.

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SNAPCHAT

Empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together.

Employer partners say:

  • Etienne Vasquez, Bloomberg LP headshot

    Etienne Vasquez, Bloomberg LP

    “My experience with Basta has been nothing short of excellent. In addition to the wonderful students we've engaged and hired, Basta's team and leadership has always been passionate, organized and driven to provide the best experience for their cohorts and their partners.”

  • Jason Tumility, Justworks headshot

    Jason Tumility, Justworks

    “We appreciate the open lines of communication, candid conversation, and thought partnership around roles that are the best match for their Fellows. And it's especially gratifying to see Fellows develop in their careers here, and speak to the next generation of talent.”

Volunteer Force

Want to LEVERAGE YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERTISE TO CLOSE THE EMPLOYMENT GAP? VOLUNTEER WITH BASTA AND SUPPORT FIRST-GENERATION COLLEGE STUDENTS TO LAUNCH GREAT CAREERS!

OPPORTUNITIES range from one-off informational interviews to ongoing mentorship.