TERMS OF SERVICE Internship projects and coaching services

1. Introduction

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to internship projects and use of the career coaching services ("Service") provided by Careerist Inc (“Careerist”, “Company”). By purchasing the Services, you (“Student”, “student”, “you”, “participant”) agree to be bound by these Terms and you confirm that you (a) are above the age of 18 (except if you reside in the state of Alabama and Nebraska you must be 19 years old or older, and you must be 21 years old or older if you reside in Mississippi), and (b) have accepted Careerist Inc. PRIVACY POLICY and Careerist Inc. website TERMS AND CONDITIONS as an integral part of these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Service.

2. Service Description

2.1. Internship Project

Internship Project offers the opportunity to gain beneficial practical experience by participating in internal and external projects, including completing tasks provided by Careerist´s partner company.

The internship is for students' educational benefit. The internship is unpaid, indicating neither the Careerist nor the partner company provides financial compensation to students participants of the internship. Internship does not involve the formal employment of the student by the Careerist or Careerist´s partner company.

The duration of the internship project is limited to the period in which the internship provides the students with beneficial learning and in no case shall exceed six months.

By accepting the participation in the internship program, Student acknowledges and understands that the internship is a training and educational experience for which the Student will not receive any wages, employee benefits, or other compensation. The Student further acknowledges and understands that the Careerist and its partner companies will not consider the Student to be an employee during the internship and that the Careerist and its partner companies are not required to hire the Student as an employee or contractor upon completion of the internship. The internship will be performed remotely and students agree to have necessary equipment and stable internet connection.

Internship projects may be subject to eligibility criteria indicated by Careerist Inc.

Please be informed that by joining an internship, you accept full responsibility for the applicable laws, including but not limited to labor and immigration laws and regulations. If it is applicable to your situation, you agree to obtain all necessary visas and permissions and to comply with all applicable regulations to be eligible to get access to the internship. You agree to indemnify, defend and hold Careerist, along with its affiliates, officers, directors, contractors, employees, subsidiaries, educational partners, agents, and permitted assigns, harmless from any liability for, or assessment of, any claims or penalties or interest with respect to such labor or immigration requirements, including any liability for, or assessment of, penalties imposed on Careerist, its affiliates, officers, directors, contractors, employees, subsidiaries, educational partners, agents, and permitted assigns, by the relevant authorities with respect to any violations of labor or immigration laws set forth herein.

By joining the internship program, you agree to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) and/or unpaid internship agreement as may be required by the internship project’s terms and conditions. Please be aware that Careerist reserves the right to cancel the internship program if you refuse to sign the NDA and/or unpaid internship agreement.

2.2. Career coaching services:

Career Coaching services include:

• Three (3) mock interview sessions;
• Recommendations from career coach on how to build a LinkedIn profile and resume;
• recommendations from career coach regarding job search strategies (the geography and number of relevant positions to apply for, and extra information regarding the interview process in tech companies).

The student is entitled to use these services no later than twelve (12) months from the date of purchase. Any extension of this period is subject to availability and at the sole discretion of the company.

CAREERIST CAREER COACHING SERVICES FOR NON-US STUDENTS ARE LIMITED TO MOCK INTERVIEW SESSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS ON BUILDING A LINKEDIN PROFILE AND RESUME. CAREERIST DOES NOT OFFER STUDENTS SERVICES RELATED TO APPLYING FOR WORK OR INTERNSHIP VISAS OR ANY OTHER TYPE OF AUTHORIZATION TO LIVE AND WORK IN THE US. CAREERIST DOES NOT OFFER SERVICES RELATED TO JOB SEARCH MARKET GUIDANCE OUTSIDE THE US.

Each consultation with the career coach is scheduled to last 30 minutes. The consultation will begin at the scheduled time, and it is the responsibility of the participant to join the Google Meet / Zoom session promptly. If you arrive late, the consultation time may be reduced accordingly, as the session will still end at the originally scheduled time.

Advance Notice for Rescheduling or Cancellation:

• If you need to cancel or reschedule your consultation, please notify us at least 24 hours in advance.
• You agree to reschedule sessions to a time slot that is available in the Career Coach calendar;
• You may reschedule sessions only for justified reasons, such as personal emergencies or unforeseen circumstances. You will strive to fulfill your commitments;
• You must communicate any changes to the session schedule to the Coach in writing via email or text message

3. Payment and Pricing

The total price for the Services is as indicated in the payment link, payable through the methods outlined at checkout. By purchasing the Services, the Participant authorizes Careerist Inc. to charge the selected payment method for the total amount indicated.

• Installment Payments: If the Services offer payment via installments, the Participant agrees to make all installment payments on time according to the agreed schedule. Failure to complete payment may result in revocation of access to the Services.
• Currency: All prices are listed and payable in US dollars.

4. Refund Policy

To request a refund, you must contact us at [email protected] within seven (7) days of Service commencement, providing your reason for the refund request. After this period, all sales are final, and no refunds will be issued. If you are eligible for the refund, it shall be processed within 30 days of the refund request date. For the avoidance of doubt, first communication with an internship coordinator or a career coach means the start of using Service.

5. Careerist Communication Policy

All students agree to abide by the Careerist communications policy, which forbids the following:

• Harassment or discrimination of any kind, including but not limited to race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or disability;
• Offensive or abusive language, personal attacks, or threats towards fellow users, staff, or any individuals;
• Posting or sharing of explicit, inappropriate, or offensive content;
• Unauthorized sharing of confidential company information;
• Spamming or excessive self-promotion;
• Violation of any applicable laws or regulations in our communication channels.
• We believe adherence to these guidelines will help foster a positive and inclusive learning environment at Careerist.

To create a welcoming and inclusive environment that promotes learning, collaboration, and positive engagement, please keep to the following communication guidelines:

• Be respectful and treat others with respect, kindness, and empathy;
• Foster positivity and try to keep discussions positive, encouraging, and supportive;
• Stay on topic and keep conversations focused on the program content and objectives;
• Embrace different perspectives, respect diverse opinions, and engage in constructive discussions.

6. Cancellation and Termination

• Participant Cancellation: You may cancel your participation in the Services at any time; however, no refunds will be provided unless within the terms outlined in the refund policy (section 4 of these Terms).
• Termination by Company: We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Services if you breach these Terms, engage in unlawful behavior, or misuse the Services. In addition, Careerist may suspend Services or immediately terminate them if: (i) you use the services in a way that disrupts or threatens the services or violates the Careerist communication policy; (ii) we determine, in our sole discretion, there is evidence of fraud with respect to your account; (iii) we receive notice or we otherwise determine, in our sole discretion, that you may be using services for any illegal purpose or in a way that violates the law or violates, infringes, or misappropriate the intellectual property rights of any third party. In the event of termination due to a breach of these Terms, no refund will be provided.

7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Careerist Inc. will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, loss of data, or personal injury resulting from your using the Services, even if Careerist Inc. has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

8. Disclaimers

• No Guarantees: The Services are intended to provide educational content and tools to support participants' learning and professional skills. However, Careerist Inc. makes no guarantees of specific outcomes or success as a result of using the Services. Careerist Inc. is not an employment agency, recruiter, or staffing service, and we do not guarantee employment, job placement, or career advancement as a result of participation in our programs. While our internship and coaching Services may provide participants with tools, strategies, and resources to help them pursue job opportunities, all career-related decisions and outcomes are the sole responsibility of the individual participant. Participants acknowledge that success in any endeavor depends on many factors outside the control of the Company, including but not limited to individual qualifications, market conditions, and external circumstances.
• Disclaimer of Warranties: The Services are provided on an "as-is" basis. To the maximum extent permitted by law, Careerist Inc. disclaims any and all warranties, express or implied, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

9. Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

10. Changes to Terms
Careerist Inc. reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website. Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

11. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, USA. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in the State of Florida, USA.

CLASS ACTION WAIVER. YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT ANY CLAIM YOU MAY HAVE AGAINST CAREERIST, INCLUDING CAREERIST’S PAST OR PRESENT EMPLOYEES, CONSULTANTS OR AGENTS, SHALL BE BROUGHT INDIVIDUALLY AND YOU SHALL NOT JOIN SUCH CLAIM WITH CLAIMS OF ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY OR BRING, JOIN OR PARTICIPATE IN A CLASS ACTION AGAINST CAREERIST.

12. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms or the Service, please contact us at:

Careerist Inc.

680 S Cache Street, Suite 100-8790

Jackson, WY 83001

By accepting these Terms You acknowledge that You have read these Terms, understand them, and agree to the conditions outlined in these Terms.
Accepting these Terms by clicking the check-box “I accept”, “I agree” or similar shall be deemed as effective as an original executed signature page.