Remote Volunteer Back-End Developer

About ILevelUP iLevelUP is a future-readiness platform built to support students through the complex journey of college and career preparation. It transforms what is often a confusing and overwhelming process into a guided, engaging, and interactive experience where learners complete quests, earn rewards, and gain confidence as they prepare for life after high school. The platform uses AI-driven personalization and a gamified design to make future planning more accessible and motivating for students who face barriers to traditional support systems.

About ILevelUP iLevelUP is a future-readiness platform built to support students through the complex journey of college and career preparation. It transforms what is often a confusing and overwhelming process into a guided, engaging, and interactive experience where learners complete quests, earn rewards, and gain confidence as they prepare for life after high school. The platform uses AI-driven personalization and a gamified design to make future planning more accessible and motivating for students who face barriers to traditional support systems.

Many students, especially first-generation or underrepresented students, lack consistent access to trusted guidance on college applications, financial aid, scholarships, and career exploration. iLevelUP was created to bridge that gap by offering a comprehensive suite of tools and mentorship that meets students where they are - digitally, intuitively, and with clear pathways toward success.

Our mission is to empower all students by providing gamified, AI-driven guidance for college, careers, and scholarships, making higher education and future planning more accessible, engaging, and achievable regardless of a student’s background or support network.

We envision a world where every student, regardless of socioeconomic status or prior access to resources, has the confidence, knowledge, and direction needed to pursue their goals and achieve their dreams.

• Equity and Inclusion We design tools for students who often fall through the cracks of traditional guidance systems, ensuring no one is left behind.
• Innovation Through gamification and AI personalization, we make future planning interactive and tailored to individual strengths and interests.
• Student-Centered Support Every feature and resource is built around what helps students succeed - from college matching and scholarships to life-skill development.
• Impactful Mentorship Virtual Trail Guides provide structured support that helps learners build confidence, make informed decisions, and take meaningful action.

• Students (Middle School through College) Especially those who are navigating college and career decisions without extensive support velUP offers tools for exploration, financial planning, academic readiness, and career alignment.
• First-Generation and Underserved Learners The platform is intentionally built to serve students who may lack access to traditional guidance counseling or mentorship.
• Educators and School Programs Schools, counselors, and college readiness programs can use iLevelUP to augment their support systems with AI-powered tools and gamified engagement that complements existing efforts.
• Partners and Sponsors Corporations, nonprofits, and investors who care about expanding access to education and workforce development can collaborate with iLevelUP to reach more students and strengthen community impact.

• Gamified Quests Students complete quests that build real readiness - from exploring careers and colleges to obtaining scholarships, financial aid insights, and essential life skills.
• AI-Driven Personalization Intelligent matching connects students to opportunities (schools, careers,…