Mntrship

Terms of Service

  1. Introduction

    Welcome to MNTRSHIP. These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of MNTRSHIP LLC’s online platform and services (“MNTRSHIP”, “we”, “us”, or “our”). By creating an account or accessing the services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. These Terms apply to all users including Verified Students, Unverified Students (general job seekers), Schools, and Employers.

  2. Definitions

    • “Student” means an individual aged 14 or older who is seeking career exposure, internships, or employment.
    • “Unverified Student” means an individual who creates an account independently without a school-issued invitation. These users may have limited access and are subject to verification.
    • “School” means an educational institution or school district that licenses MNTRSHIP on behalf of its students.
    • “Employer” means an organization, company, or business that uses the platform to connect with and potentially hire Student users.
    • “Finder’s Fee” refers to the charge levied on Employers when a Student is confirmed as hired via the platform.

  3. Eligibility & Accounts

    To use MNTRSHIP:

    • Verified Students must be at least 14 years old. Parental or guardian consent is required for users under 18.
    • Unverified Students must also be at least 14 years old and represent that they have appropriate consent from a parent, legal guardian, or school authority. MNTRSHIP may restrict access to unverified accounts at its discretion.
    • Schools must have the authority to represent and enroll students and to share education records under FERPA.
    • Employers must be valid U.S. business entities or authorized representatives of their organizations.

  4. School Licensing and Payment

    Schools are billed an annual license fee:

    • $2,500 per 50-student license block, with additional blocks available at discounted rates.
    • Licenses auto-renew annually unless canceled in writing 30 days prior to renewal.
    • Payment is processed via Stripe with card-on-file storage.
    • Refunds available only within 30 days of original purchase.

  5. Employer Services and Fees

    Employers pay:

    • $99 for a 30-day job post, $149 for 60-day posts, or $499 for a quarterly unlimited job post plan.
    • $500 Finder’s Fee when a Student is marked as “Hired” or when MNTRSHIP confirms a hire occurred.
    • Fees are invoiced or charged monthly and are non-refundable once posted or a hire is confirmed.
    • Bypassing the platform to avoid fees is a violation of these Terms and may result in account suspension.

  6. Acceptable Use

    Users may not:

    • Post false, misleading, or illegal content.
    • Contact Students outside the platform to avoid fees.
    • Scrape or harvest platform data without authorization.
    • Use the platform for discriminatory or unlawful hiring practices (see EEOC and FLSA standards).

  7. Data Privacy & Student Protections

    MNTRSHIP complies with:

    • COPPA (Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act): Requires verifiable parental consent for users under 13. This platform is designed for students 14 or older.
    • FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act): Schools must manage student data responsibly.
    • CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act): California residents may request data access, deletion, or portability.
    Full details are available in our Privacy Policy.

  8. Intellectual Property

    MNTRSHIP and its content, designs, and functionality are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not copy or redistribute any portion without our explicit written consent.

  9. Termination and Suspension

    We may suspend or terminate access to the platform for:

    • Violation of these Terms.
    • Non-payment of required fees.
    • Attempts to circumvent hiring policies or abuse of student access.
    • For any other reason deemed necessary by MNTRSHIP.
    Any such decisions made are final. Users may terminate their account at any time. No refunds apply beyond what is noted above.

  10. Disclaimers

    We make no guarantees regarding employment outcomes or the availability of opportunities. All content posted by users is their responsibility. MNTRSHIP is provided “as is” and “as available.”

  11. Limitation of Liability

    To the maximum extent permitted by law, MNTRSHIP shall not be liable to any User, its employees (whether in their official or personal capacities), students, or any third party for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or for any loss of profits, revenues, data, or business opportunities, arising out of or related to this Agreement or the pilot program, even if MNTRSHIP has been advised of the possibility of such damages. MNTRSHIP’s total aggregate liability for any claim arising from or related to this Agreement shall not exceed the total amount of fees actually paid by the School to MNTRSHIP under this Agreement.

  12. Dispute Resolution

    These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Delaware, USA. Any disputes shall be resolved by binding arbitration under the rules of the American Arbitration Association, conducted in Delaware. Class actions and jury trials are waived.

  13. Changes to Terms

    We may revise these Terms at any time. Users will be notified via the platform or by email. Continued use after changes means you accept the updated Terms.

  14. Contact Information

    MNTRSHIP LLC

    PO Box 88

    Rockport, MA 01966

    contact@mntrship.com

  15. Use of Student Data by Employers

    Employers may only use student profile information and application materials for evaluating candidacy for open roles posted on MNTRSHIP. Any retention, repurposing, reproduction, or distribution of student data outside this scope is strictly prohibited.

  16. Third-Party Tools and Automated Decision-Making

    Employers must not rely solely on automated tools, bots, or AI decision systems to evaluate or reject applicants unless fully compliant with federal, state, and local employment law. Use of any third-party systems in conjunction with MNTRSHIP remains subject to these Terms and to the applicable laws.

  17. Platform Role Disclaimer

    MNTRSHIP operates solely as a technology provider facilitating connections between users. MNTRSHIP is not an employer, recruiting agency, or party to any employment contract, and disclaims all liability for decisions made by users through or outside of the platform.

  18. Employer Legal Compliance

    Employers agree to comply with all applicable employment laws and regulations, including but not limited to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP), and any applicable state or local laws regarding hiring practices and recordkeeping.

  19. Restrictions on Platform Use and Access

    Users may not reproduce, resell, reverse-engineer, or interfere with MNTRSHIP’s systems or software. The use of data scraping tools, bots, or unauthorized access methods is prohibited. All access must be in accordance with these Terms and intended platform usage.

  20. Verified vs. Unverified Student Accounts

    MNTRSHIP distinguishes between Verified and Unverified student users.

    A “Verified Student” is an individual who registers through a school-issued invitation and receives a “Verified” designation within the MNTRSHIP system. This status indicates the user’s account has been created under the supervision of a school that has licensed the MNTRSHIP platform.

    An “Unverified Student” is any student who creates an account without a school-issued invitation link. These users do not receive the “Verified” designation and may be subject to additional verification, limitations on platform features, or usage restrictions.

    Unverified users represent that they are at least 14 years old and have obtained the necessary consent from a parent, legal guardian, or school representative.

    MNTRSHIP may restrict, suspend, or revoke access for any unverified users who violate these Terms or who cannot provide sufficient proof of eligibility or authorization. MNTRSHIP disclaims all responsibility for employer interactions with unverified users.

    Schools that invite students through MNTRSHIP represent that they have the legal authority under FERPA or other applicable law to consent on behalf of those students. MNTRSHIP does not assume responsibility for the actions of students invited by schools acting outside their legal scope of authority.

  21. Governing Law

    These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Delaware, USA. Any disputes shall be resolved by binding arbitration under the rules of the American Arbitration Association, conducted in Delaware. Class actions and jury trials are waived.

Legal Protections

  1. No Warranty

    MNTRSHIP provides the platform and related services “as is” and “as available” without any warranties of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

  2. Limitation of Liability

    To the maximum extent permitted by law, MNTRSHIP shall not be liable to any User, its employees (whether in their official or personal capacities), students, or any third party for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or for any loss of profits, revenues, data, or business opportunities, arising out of or related to this Agreement or the pilot program, even if MNTRSHIP has been advised of the possibility of such damages. MNTRSHIP’s total aggregate liability for any claim arising from or related to this Agreement shall not exceed the total amount of fees actually paid by the School to MNTRSHIP under this Agreement.

  3. Indemnification

    The User (including Schools, Employers, and Students) agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless MNTRSHIP, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, demands, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from (a) the School’s participation in the pilot program; (b) the acts or omissions of the School’s employees, contractors, representatives, or students, whether acting within the scope of their duties or otherwise; or (c) any breach of this Agreement by the School. This indemnification expressly applies to claims brought by the School’s employees in their individual capacities.

  4. No Agency or Employment Relationship

    Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to create any partnership, joint venture, agency, or employment relationship between the parties. Users shall not represent to any third party that it has authority to bind MNTRSHIP.

  5. Compliance with Laws

    Each User is responsible for ensuring that its participation in the pilot program complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including student privacy laws.

  6. Governing Law; Binding Arbitration

    This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware, without regard to conflict-of-laws principles. Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to this Agreement, including its breach, termination, enforcement, interpretation, or validity, shall be resolved exclusively through binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association (“AAA”) under its Commercial Arbitration Rules. The arbitration shall be conducted in Delaware before a single arbitrator, and judgment on the award rendered by the arbitrator may be entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof. The parties agree that (a) arbitration shall be conducted on an individual basis and not as a class, collective, or representative action, and (b) each party waives any right to a jury trial or to participate in a class action. The arbitrator shall have authority to award any remedy or relief that a court of competent jurisdiction could award, consistent with the limitations of this Agreement.