Red Clover Reader is a U of I student-led early stage EdTech startup. Our team was finalist for the 2018 Cozad NVC and part of the current iVenture Accelerator cohort. We are a two-sided online marketplace that is addressing parents’ concerns surrounding poor quality screen time and lack of diversity in children’s literature. We collaborate with independent authors of children’s books to feature their work on our platform for use at home and in school. Our website is live with close to 100 books that can be read in full online and purchased in print.
As our startup evolves, we look forward to collaborating with talented U of I students throughout the upcoming semesters to build a stronger platform. We're looking for creative team players studying (or with expertise in) software development, design, marketing, communications, journalism, creative writing, education, media or have a passion for kid’s literature. We’re also open to a longer term collaboration, such as the CTO and VP of Marketing positions we currently have available.
A great opportunity to earn flexible technical or business class credits through TEC498 or BADM395, while gaining experience working with a startup! Compensation might also be with equity (on a vested schedule) as appropriate.
If interested, please email Melanie Keil at contact@redcloverreader.com or mkeil2@illinois.edu for consideration.