DirectEmployers Institute

DirectEmployers Institute DirectEmployers Institute is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing learning to life for socioeconomically disadvantaged students.

The National Science Foundation reports that since 2004, growth in STEM jobs has been 3 times faster than in non-STEM jobs, with STEM workers earning 26% more than non-STEM counterparts. However, women comprise only 24% of the jobs in technical or STEM fields and African Americans and Latinos each comprise only 3% of the technical workforce. DirectEmployers Association envisions a future in which

students who are low income, from underrepresented groups, and have disabilities gain hands-on project-based experiences and workplace learning opportunities with local employers to prepare them to enter high wage careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) and explore contemporary business practices with local employers. To achieve this vision, we work closely with educational and youth-serving organizations to identify high potential, socioeconomically disadvantaged students and match them with employers that are committed to increasing equality and diversity in their workforce.

Are you in healthcare?Our STEM YES! students are planning and running a Juneteenth health fair as their summer capstone....
06/01/2026

Are you in healthcare?

Our STEM YES! students are planning and running a Juneteenth health fair as their summer capstone. We have volunteers signed up — and we need a few more.
Doctors, nurses, dentists, pharmacists, and healthcare professionals of every kind.

Friday, June 19 · 1:00–3:00 PM · Indianapolis

Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1990435785014?aff=oddtdtcreator
Or scan the QR code on the graphic. Tag a healthcare hero who should be in the room.

Happy June! 🎉 And you know what that means...⏳ 14 DAYS until STEM YES! Summer Camp kicks off!This summer, young people i...
06/01/2026

Happy June! 🎉 And you know what that means...

⏳ 14 DAYS until STEM YES! Summer Camp kicks off!

This summer, young people in our community are going to walk into rooms they've never been in, meet professionals who look like them, and discover what they're truly capable of. And it all starts in TWO WEEKS. 🚀

We've been working hard behind the scenes and we cannot wait to show you what we've been building. The countdown is ON.

Share this with someone who needs to see it. 👇

Big things are happening behind the scenes 👀✨Our team has officially entered planning mode for this year’s STEM Summer C...
05/28/2026

Big things are happening behind the scenes 👀✨

Our team has officially entered planning mode for this year’s STEM Summer Camp, and we’re only TWO WEEKS away! From brainstorming activities to building experiences that inspire the next generation of leaders, innovators, and creators — we’ve been hard at work making this camp unforgettable. 🚀

These moments are just a glimpse of the passion, teamwork, and purpose that drive what we do every day.

If you haven’t registered yet… this is your sign. Spots are filling fast, and trust us — you do NOT want to miss out! 🔥

05/27/2026

Every great professional started somewhere. For our interns, that somewhere is right here. 💙

Week 1 of our summer program brought some of the most driven young people into our space — and we spent the week investing in them the way they deserve.

From crafting the perfect elevator pitch to learning how to send a professional email, cold calling with confidence, and getting their first taste of DI — our interns showed up and showed OUT.

At DirectEmployers Institute, we believe that underrepresented youth don't just deserve a seat at the table — they deserve the tools to build their own. This is week 1. Just wait for what's coming. ✨

Today we pause to honor the service members who gave their lives and the families who carry that absence every day.Thank...
05/25/2026

Today we pause to honor the service members who gave their lives and the families who carry that absence every day.

Thank you. 🤍

Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at DirectEmployees Institute.Today we celebrate the mothers, parents, teachers, mentor...
05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at DirectEmployees Institute.

Today we celebrate the mothers, parents, teachers, mentors, and partners who guide, support, and inspire us every day. Thank you for the care, strength, and encouragement you bring to the lives around you.

Wishing you a beautiful and meaningful Mother’s Day

STEM YES! REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN.Summer learning. Job shadowing. Hands-on projects. Employer visits. Volunteering hour...
04/21/2026

STEM YES! REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN.

Summer learning. Job shadowing. Hands-on projects. Employer visits. Volunteering hours. College prep sessions. A Certificate of Completion in your hands by the end of June.

Students in grades 7–12 spend two weeks inside Indianapolis's most respected companies, working side by side with professionals in science, healthcare, engineering, and technology.

$20 per family. Free breakfast and lunch every day. Over 30 hours of summer learning per session.

Scan the QR code to REGISTER TODAY. Seats are limited. First come, first served.

Tag a parent or student who needs to see this.

Sharrell Norman Howard has been part of the DirectEmployers Institute family for over three years, serving on our Board ...
03/31/2026

Sharrell Norman Howard has been part of the DirectEmployers Institute family for over three years, serving on our Board of Directors with the kind of commitment and insight that only comes from someone who truly lives this mission.

Her work building career academies, coaching educators, and creating pathways for students into STEM careers is not just professional experience, it is personal conviction. Every conversation she has brought to this board has reflected that. So when it came time to elevate our Board President, the answer was clear.

We are proud to officially welcome into this new role. Welcome, Madam President.

This is why we do what we do. 💛Jeylan walked through our doors as a 2025 intern. This year, he's receiving engineering i...
03/24/2026

This is why we do what we do. 💛

Jeylan walked through our doors as a 2025 intern. This year, he's receiving engineering internship offers — and took a moment to say thank you.

That message reminded us exactly why this work matters. Now we're looking for the next Jeylan.

🎯 We're hiring Spring & Summer 2026 Interns
⏰ Deadline: March 30th
🔗 High School Students
https://www.workandlearnindiana.com/internships/detail/28706

🔗 College Students:
https://www.workandlearnindiana.com/internships/detail/28361


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March is Women’s History Month, a time to recognize the women who have shaped our world through courage, innovation, and...
03/06/2026

March is Women’s History Month, a time to recognize the women who have shaped our world through courage, innovation, and leadership.

At DirectEmployers Institute, this month holds even deeper meaning. As a Black woman-owned organization, we understand the power of opportunity, mentorship, and representation. Every day we work to ensure young women have access to experiences that allow them to discover their voice, explore their potential, and see themselves as future leaders.

From STEM labs to leadership discussions, we watch young women grow in confidence, curiosity, and courage. These moments matter because they are where the next generation of innovators, problem solvers, and change makers begin to see what is possible.

As we celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8, we also celebrate the young women who are already shaping the future. We are proud to be uplifting and preparing the next generation of women leaders.


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9100 N. Purdue Road, Suite 400
Indianapolis, IN
46268

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(317) 388-5362

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