SO... What is a Junior Enterprise?
‍The Junior Enterprise concept originated in Europe and refers to non-profit civil associations formed and managed exclusively by undergraduate and postgraduate students. These organisations operate like real companies and provide services for actual clients, often in areas like management, consulting, technology, and engineering, among others. The main goals of Junior Enterprises include:Professional Development: They offer students a hands-on experience in running a business, managing projects, and delivering to clients. This is a unique opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge from university in a practical setting. Bridging the Gap: They serve as a bridge between the academic world and the professional world, ensuring that students are better prepared for their future careers.Promoting Entrepreneurship: By running their own enterprise, students cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset, learning about the challenges and rewards of starting and managing a business.Many countries have national confederations or movements that support and promote the Junior Enterprise concept. In Europe, for instance, the European Confederation of Junior Enterprises (JEE) plays a central role in promoting the concept and networking among different Junior Enterprises, as does the Global Network, headed by Junior Enterprises Global (JEG). JE Austria is a national confederation to JE Europe. "