Work-based Learning For All

KnoPro is 100% free and gives high school students meaningful work-based learning experiences they can highlight on resumes and college applications. Sponsored by top companies, each challenge helps students build in-demand skills, confidence, and opportunities to win large cash prizes.

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Students are better prepared for internships and professional work with KnoPro.

Real-World ProjectsDo short, fun projects from top companies in fields like AI, Business, and Healthcare.

Cash PrizesWinners earn cash, and everyone earns points for major prizes and raffles.

Build Your ResumeShowcase your work to potential employers, colleges, and scholarship committees.

MentorshipWork solo or in teams, and get feedback and support from industry professionals.

More than $300,000 awarded to students and schools

KnoPro celebrates student creativity and problem-solving by awarding cash prizes to students and schools for outstanding industry project submissions. These rewards recognize hard work, innovation, and skill development—helping students gain confidence and real-world experience for resumes and college applications.

New Challenge Alert!

Looking for real-world experiences to make your college application and resume stand out? Challenges are competitions you can do on a team or solo—in school or out!—where big money's on the line just by helping solve a pressing industry or community problem with your real-life knohow.

Choose Any Challenge Summer Edition: 2026

It's your chance to win $$$ in our Choose Any Challenge! Take your pick from p... More

Earns

+400 Points

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Daily Skillbuilders

10 minutes a Day. Earn Points & Skills.

Level-up your skills and career knowledge by creating TikTok videos, persuasive emails and more!

BusinessCollaboration

Freelance Fever: Turn Your Skills into Cash!

Effort: 10 minutesHave you ever thought about turning your unique talents into a business? Websites like Fiverr and Upwork let people from around the world offer their skills for hire, whether it’s designing a logo, writing music, creating artwork, or offering project help. Think of it like being your own boss and getting paid for something you’re really good at! In this activity, you’ll get a taste of what it’s like to be a freelancer, market your skills, and create a cool design to stand out from the crowd. Your Task: Think about something you’re really good at—whether it’s drawing, writing, coding, or even video editing. Now imagine you’re creating your own Fiverr profile! Write a short description of the service you’d offer. Why should someone pick you? What sets you apart? Then, sketch or design a thumbnail for your service (you could use Canva, or just do a quick hand-drawn version) that grabs attention and makes people want to click on your gig. Make it creative, unique, and all about YOU! More

Earns:
10 pointsAwarded:
(1) $100 e-gift card

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Testimonials

"KnoPro provides students with fun and exciting opportunities to creatively tap into their thoughts and get rewarded for their ideas. It is an engaging site that keeps students coming back for more!"

Maira Jamil

Urban Assembly Gateway School for Technology

“I was really impressed with the creativity... they made me feel good as a teacher. Experiences like these are what make teaching so rewarding.”

Mark Godinez

South Dade Senior High

“The KnoPro project was relevant to them because it made them think about how they could apply technology in their future careers."

Guilia Matarasso

Monarch High School

Congratulations To Our Winners!

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Business

Jessica X. & Jennifer X.

Real Estate, Real Impact: Build a REIT that Builds the Future

Real estate isn’t just about buying property; it’s about building the future. From affordabl...Learn more

4 weeks ChallengeEarns: +400pts

Problem SolvingCommunicationSocial Awareness

Awarded:
$5000

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Highlighting our commitment to providing high school students with real-world, project-based learning experiences that develop in-demand skills.

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