Real Experience
Exceptional Outcomes

Real Experience
Exceptional Outcomes

Real Experience
Exceptional Outcomes

Real internships and personalized career coaching for students and professionals ready to take their next step.

Real internships and personalized career coaching for students and professionals ready to take their next step.

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SAHARA EDTECH

Specialized one-on-one mentorship programs, providing students with world-class support for research paper publication and Ivy League admissions.

300+ AND COUNTING…. Professionals & Students Mentored

91% PLACEMENT RECORD

15+ COUNTRIES STUDENT'S TRUST US

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why us?

why us?

How can we help?

How can we help?

How can we help?

1:1 Premium Coaching

1:1 Premium Coaching

Our premium coaching program along with our process helps you to crack your dream job!

Our premium coaching program along with our process helps you to crack your dream job!

1

Identify the Right Roles / Opportunities Finding Your Passion

2

Tailoring Your Experience & Narrative (Branding)

Tailoring Your

Experience &

Narrative (Branding)

3

Behavioral Interview Preparation

4

Technical Interview Preparation

5

Mock Interview with Feedback

6

Offer Negotiation

gold tier

6 months of coaching via email

12 session of 60min duration

Full Access to Supplement Drive of Resources (6 months)

Career Guidance

Resume/Story/LinkedIn

Networking

Behavioral + Technical Interview Prep

Mock Interview with Feedback

Additional Interview Prep

Pre-Interview Check ins

Offer Negotiation Help

Silver tier

6 months of coaching via email

8 session of 60min duration

Partial Access to Supplement Drive of Resources (6 months)

Career Guidance

Resume/Story/LinkedIn

Networking

Behavioral + Technical Interview Prep

Bronze tier

3 months of coaching via email

4 session of 60min duration

Limited Access to Supplement Drive of Resources (3 months)

Resume/Story/LinkedIn

Networking

Behavioral + Technical Interview Prep

Guaranteed Internship Program (High School & College Students)

Guaranteed Internship Program (High School & College Students)

Secure 100% guaranteed internship with cutting edge companies where you gain practical hands on-experience

Secure 100% guaranteed internship with cutting edge companies where you gain practical hands on-experience

Personalized Career Coaching

Practical Learning Experience

Opportunities Available Across Different Industries

100% Remote

1

Enroll in the program

2

Discuss your career aspirations with an industry expert

Tailoring Your

Experience &

Narrative (Branding)

3

In-depth Career Guidance and shortlist of opportunities

4

Interview & Secure a Placement

5

Support During the Internship (check-ins)

6

Complete the internship

Our students have had the opportunity to intern in prestigious companies across the following industries: Finance, Consulting, Technology / Software Engineering, Data Analytics, Business Development, Marketing, and Non-Profits

* Depending on the nature and industry of the internship

Zenith Fellowship

Flagship Summer 1:1 Internship Program

Duration: 8 Weeks

Time Commitment: 10-12 hours per week

Format: Remote or In-Person

Program Size: 1:1 individual placement

Supervision: Continuous mentor oversight

aurelius program

Off-Cycle 1:1 Internship Program (Customizable)

Duration: 6 Weeks

Time Commitment: 3-5 hours per week

Format: Remote

Program Size: 1:1 individual placement

Supervision: Continuous mentor oversight

Nexus scholars

Cohort Internship Program

Duration: 4 Weeks

Time Commitment: 3-5 hours pe week

Format: Remote

Cohort Size: Small

Supervision: Continuous mentor oversight

Group Coaching

Group Coaching

Secure 100% guaranteed internship with cutting edge companies where you gain practical hands on-experience

Secure 100% guaranteed internship with cutting edge companies where you gain practical hands on-experience

Bi-Monthly coaching 60 mins

Upskilling & Improving Core Competencies

Resume help

Case Study Prep

Resume Revision

Resume Revision

Get your resume reviewed by industry leaders to boost your chances of getting selected.

Get your resume reviewed by industry leaders to boost your chances of getting selected.

Set up a 60 mins call to go through your background and previous resume to determine how to tailor your resume to dream role

Our team of experts re-craft your resume and re-format it and send it to you within 5 business days

Our Partnerships

Our Partnerships

Vanderbilt University

OnCourse Global

Futures Aboard

IMS India

inGenius Prep

iXperience

Meenal Damani Education Consulting

Admissions Edge

Clark College Consulting

College Guru

EduCrossroads

Total Writing Enrichment

The Right Coll

College Connection

Rev Admissions

About Us

About Us

About Us

Curated, mentor-led internship programs with top companies & selective career guidance for students and experienced professionals.

Curated, mentor-led internship programs with top companies & selective career guidance for students and experienced professionals.

Varun Sharat

Varun Sharat

Co-Founder & Head Coach

Co-Founder & Head Coach

Investment Banking at Wells Fargo | Asset Management for Citi

Investment Banking at Wells Fargo | Asset Management for Citi

Ananay Rajput

Ananay Rajput

Limited Partner

Limited Partner

Serial Entrepreneur and Business Strategist

Serial Entrepreneur and Business Strategist

Featured On

Featured On

Featured On

Cameron Galbraith - Finance Podcast Host with 20K+ Subscribers and Former J.P. Morgan Analyst. 

why us?

why us?

What separates us?

What separates us?

What separates us?

Industry Expert Coaching

Industry Expert Coaching

All coaching session are done by Industry Experts who have previously worked in your dream career and passionate about coaching

All coaching session are done by Industry Experts who have previously worked in your dream career and passionate about coaching

Customized Coaching

Customized Coaching

We customize all our coaching plans to you specifically so that you receive the most optimal results. We believe that one size does not fit all.

We customize all our coaching plans to you specifically so that you receive the most optimal results. We believe that one size does not fit all.

High Placement Rate

High Placement Rate

We pride ourselves that we have worked with 300+ professionals and students to help them land their dream roles (on average it takes between 2 to 4 months)

We pride ourselves that we have worked with 300+ professionals and students to help them land their dream roles (on average it takes between 2 to 4 months)

Guaranteed Internship Placement

Guaranteed Internship Placement

We are trusted by leading organizations to help them curate the right talent in such a way that you get tangible learning experience

We are trusted by leading organizations to help them curate the right talent in such a way that you get tangible learning experience

Flexible Payment Options

Flexible Payment Options

We know investing in yourself is a significant investment and for the right candidate we can offer specialized financing options that suit your budget.

We know investing in yourself is a significant investment and for the right candidate we can offer specialized financing options that suit your budget.

Ready to take your next step?

Ready to take your next step?

Ready to take your next step?

Explore internship opportunities or personalized career coaching with our team. We’ll help you find the right path for your goals.

Explore internship opportunities or personalized career coaching with our team. We’ll help you find the right path for your goals.

Explore internship opportunities or personalized career coaching with our team. We’ll help you find the right path for your goals.

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Still have more Questions?

Still have more Questions?

Still have more Questions?

Coaching

Who will be be coaching me?

What is the average placement time to land a role?

I am graduating from a non-target university can I land a prestigious job?

Guaranteed Internship Program 

How Selective is the Program?

Do I get to choose the company I intern for?

I am an international student does the company need to sponsor me?

Will the internship show up on my background check?

Do I need to interview for the internship with specific companies?

What is the time commitment?

Is Financial Aid Available?

Testimonials

Testimonials

Our Success Stories

Our Success Stories

Our Success Stories

Here's what students and professionals have to say about us.

Here's what students and professionals have to say about us.

Varun was very helpful in terms of presenting what type of PE opportunities there were for me as a Post-MBA candidate and given my specific background.


He was able to provide a structured recruiting process and list of headhunters/industry contacts for outreach. He was also available outside normal hours to discuss any specific questions I had during the process, which was very helpful as he was quick to respond.

Varun was very helpful in terms of presenting what type of PE opportunities there were for me as a Post-MBA candidate and given my specific background.


He was able to provide a structured recruiting process and list of headhunters/industry contacts for outreach. He was also available outside normal hours to discuss any specific questions I had during the process, which was very helpful as he was quick to respond.

Corporate Finance (Received Multiple PE & VC Interviews)

Corporate Finance (Received Multiple PE & VC Interviews)

Post-MBA Candidate

I highly recommend Varun and his services. Varun spends the time getting to know you and assessing your own unique situation to then help you optimize your approach.


He gives you actionable strategies, contacts and helps your formulate your elevator pitch. He reformats your resume to better leverage your strengths. Varun was always on time, friendly, and great to work with.

I highly recommend Varun and his services. Varun spends the time getting to know you and assessing your own unique situation to then help you optimize your approach.


He gives you actionable strategies, contacts and helps your formulate your elevator pitch. He reformats your resume to better leverage your strengths. Varun was always on time, friendly, and great to work with.

CIO

CIO

Public Equities

Varun and Michael are very supportive and always there to help the mentees. They are considerate with my current status and answer my questions with knowledge and passion.


They personally communicate with and coach me and other mentees, which is something that cannot be found in other mentorship programs. Highly recommended!

Varun and Michael are very supportive and always there to help the mentees. They are considerate with my current status and answer my questions with knowledge and passion.


They personally communicate with and coach me and other mentees, which is something that cannot be found in other mentorship programs. Highly recommended!

BB Investment Banking Summer Analyst (Received Offer

BB Investment Banking Summer Analyst (Received Offer

International Undergraduate Student

Head Start helped me improve my resume, expand my network, secure and ace interviews, and ultimately secure a job offer.


Varun will help you adapt your resume to your goals, and was instrumental in helping me secure a research role in private capital.

Head Start helped me improve my resume, expand my network, secure and ace interviews, and ultimately secure a job offer.


Varun will help you adapt your resume to your goals, and was instrumental in helping me secure a research role in private capital.

Unemployed Financial Professional (Secured Private Capital Role)

Unemployed Financial Professional (Secured Private Capital Role)

No prior IB experience

Careful, respectful, and genuinely invested in my progress, he goes above and beyond to help me. He not only imparts knowledge but empathizes with my challenges by putting himself in my shoes. Every piece of advice he offers is incredibly valuable and has been instrumental in paving my way to success in the IB program and advancing my career.

Moreover, he is a warm and kind individual to be around. He treats me as a friend rather than merely a client, fostering a comfortable and supportive environment. I am grateful to have such an exceptional mentor who not only guides me professionally but also enriches my personal growth.

Careful, respectful, and genuinely invested in my progress, he goes above and beyond to help me. He not only imparts knowledge but empathizes with my challenges by putting himself in my shoes. Every piece of advice he offers is incredibly valuable and has been instrumental in paving my way to success in the IB program and advancing my career.

Moreover, he is a warm and kind individual to be around. He treats me as a friend rather than merely a client, fostering a comfortable and supportive environment. I am grateful to have such an exceptional mentor who not only guides me professionally but also enriches my personal growth.

BB Investment Banking Summer Analyst (Received Offer)

BB Investment Banking Summer Analyst (Received Offer)

International Undergraduate Student

Varun goes above and beyond in helping you know your strengths and weaknesses, guiding you with the available options suited to your interests, and setting clear expectations. He helped me reorganize my resume, recommended places to apply and how, and provided me with valuable contacts and information. I have put into practice our one-on-one sessions and have seen positive results.


In addition, I'm more confident in how to approach recruiters, human resources personnel, and key people with a better expectation of what's suited for me. Finally, Varun also makes you feel treated as a human demonstrating genuine interest in your career success.

Varun goes above and beyond in helping you know your strengths and weaknesses, guiding you with the available options suited to your interests, and setting clear expectations. He helped me reorganize my resume, recommended places to apply and how, and provided me with valuable contacts and information. I have put into practice our one-on-one sessions and have seen positive results.


In addition, I'm more confident in how to approach recruiters, human resources personnel, and key people with a better expectation of what's suited for me. Finally, Varun also makes you feel treated as a human demonstrating genuine interest in your career success.

Hedge Fund Research Analyst (Received IB Offer)

No Prior IB or Corporate Finance Experience

What makes Varun great is that he himself has gone through the process of looking for a job in finance and consulting after his post MBA from NYU Stern. The experience he comes with is brilliant and he will go above and beyond to help you get a job of your preference. He has done amazing changes in my resume, gave me all the tricks and tips on how to network correctly and what to say and avoid in interview.


I was able to get a job with his guidance within a month. So I would recommend him to students who will graduate in a semester or so to start working with him as soon as possible!

What makes Varun great is that he himself has gone through the process of looking for a job in finance and consulting after his post MBA from NYU Stern. The experience he comes with is brilliant and he will go above and beyond to help you get a job of your preference. He has done amazing changes in my resume, gave me all the tricks and tips on how to network correctly and what to say and avoid in interview.


I was able to get a job with his guidance within a month. So I would recommend him to students who will graduate in a semester or so to start working with him as soon as possible!

Management Consultant (Received Offer)

Management Consultant (Received Offer)

Masters of Finance | International Student

I've had the pleasure of being guided by Varun and it's been an extremely fruitful experience. He gave me all the information necessary and walked me through each step. He provided me with necessary support that I couldn't find from other such or rather more well known industry firms. More than anything he's created a comfortable environment for me to share my situation easily. I consider him a good friend who I can chat with on a daily basis and i appreciate his degree of emotional understanding which is what sets him apart from his competitors.


I urge anyone who's in a similar position to give Varun a shot and find out for themselves, why Headstartcareers are the best option out there.

Strategic Finance at Global Tech Company (Received Offer)

International Masters Student

Working with Varun was a transformative experience for my finance career. His guidance on resume building and networking was invaluable, and his feedback was both insightful and constructive.


What truly stood out was Varun’s genuine care and professional approach, taking the time to understand my personal interests and tailor his advice accordingly. His positive attitude and dedication to helping me succeed made a significant difference. I highly recommend Varun for anyone seeking expert career coaching in finance.

Working with Varun was a transformative experience for my finance career. His guidance on resume building and networking was invaluable, and his feedback was both insightful and constructive.


What truly stood out was Varun’s genuine care and professional approach, taking the time to understand my personal interests and tailor his advice accordingly. His positive attitude and dedication to helping me succeed made a significant difference. I highly recommend Varun for anyone seeking expert career coaching in finance.

BB Credit Risk Analyst

BB Credit Risk Analyst

Unemployed Finance Professional

Today's world is saturated with information and requirements. Varun is organized and targeted in his approach for job searching, interviewing and general coaching.


Without Varun's help we would not have been able to meet application deadlines and complete all the required materials.


Plus he gives very good advice for interviewing and general job search. Highly recommend!

STEM Research Internship

STEM Research Internship

Sub 3.0 GPA

HeadStart Careers helped me refurbish my profile and enhanced my resume into a highly competitive one.


Varun was extremely prompt with his responses and I was constantly impressed by his knowledge in career guidance.

FANG Software Engineer Internship

FANG Software Engineer Internship

International Masters Student

Had a great experience with Varun! His resume building skills are unmatched.


I’d recommend him if you’re looking for a job with a focus in either Finance or Analytics.

Data Analytics Consultant (Received Offer)

Data Analytics Consultant (Received Offer)

International Masters Student

I highly recommend using Michael and Varun's services. I have done extensive research into career coaches and I am so happy with my decision to go with Head Start Careers. Varun and Michael are extremely hands-on and go so far out of their way to help you.


The resources I have been given have been beyond helpful and Michael recently helped me redo my resume, which has gotten me more interviews in this tough market.


As mentioned, I spoke with a few other career coaching services and Head Start Careers was the only company that provided me references of people who have used their services. I spoke with three of their customers and I was absolutely sold on their services. I could not be happier with my decision! Michael got surgery last week and he has still been texting me during his recovery to help me on my career journey.

I highly recommend using Michael and Varun's services. I have done extensive research into career coaches and I am so happy with my decision to go with Head Start Careers. Varun and Michael are extremely hands-on and go so far out of their way to help you.


The resources I have been given have been beyond helpful and Michael recently helped me redo my resume, which has gotten me more interviews in this tough market.


As mentioned, I spoke with a few other career coaching services and Head Start Careers was the only company that provided me references of people who have used their services. I spoke with three of their customers and I was absolutely sold on their services. I could not be happier with my decision! Michael got surgery last week and he has still been texting me during his recovery to help me on my career journey.

Boutique Investment Banking Analyst

Boutique Investment Banking Analyst

Masters of Finance

Varun and his team have been of inestimable help for me with achieving my career goals. Varun, not only understood exactly what I wanted, but also exactly how to get there. He understands resumes, cover letters, and the rest of it better than anyone does.


Now that he is building a strong team behind him, this isn’t only for the finance world, but for any type of career trajectory.


Having done so much in his own career, he is well aware of what is needed to get to where people want to be, and he is a very skilled writer that has transformed my resume and cover letters, and brought them to the next level.


Most importantly, Varun and his team have successfully got me to the job I was looking for, and for that I am eternally grateful.

Real Estate Finance Internship

Real Estate Finance Internship

Undergraduate Student

813-748-2565

varun.sharat@headstart-careers.org

Miami, FL United States

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Bangalore, India

© 2026 Headstart Careers LLC | All rights reserved.

813-748-2565

varun.sharat@headstart-careers.org

Miami, FL United States

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Bangalore, India

© 2026 Headstart Careers LLC | All rights reserved.

813-748-2565

varun.sharat@headstart-careers.org

Miami, FL United States

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Bangalore, India

© 2026 Headstart Careers LLC | All rights reserved.