Be Nimble Foundation, Lilly partner on talent recruitment
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The Be Nimble Foundation, which focuses on creating a diverse and inclusive tech ecosystem, has entered into a partnership with Indianapolis-based Eli Lilly and Co. (NYSE: LLY) to help recruit and train candidates.
The foundation will serve as a talent source for the pharmaceutical company’s Skills First @ Lilly program, which provides candidates without four-year college degrees greater access to potential jobs that they may not have had through traditional recruiting methods.
“Establishing this relationship with the Be Nimble Foundation will create a new pathway for talent from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and educational paths to connect with Lilly,” said Terry Morris, associate vice president, racial justice at Lilly.
Be Nimble’s training programs allow cohort members from diverse backgrounds to complete Microsoft and Google certifications.
Be Nimble says since 2020, more than 70 people from underrepresented groups have trained for positions at Lilly, including information technology, clinical research and development, and manufacturing.
Each cohort will last 2-3 months. After the students complete the program, Lilly will interview candidates for potential two-year apprenticeships.
The partners say the apprenticeships serve as a gateway opportunity to full-time career positions at Lilly.