Helping Black undergraduates gain the skills they need to succeed in their young professional careers

The Takeoff Institute provides resources and mentorship specifically tailored for Black undergraduate students. Our intensive 8-week Summer Fellowship Program provides students with the opportunity to develop professional and interpersonal skills, work with leaders in their desired field and jump-start their careers.

Our Mission

By giving students the fundamentals and skills that all jobs require (attention to detail, effective communication, collaboration, etc.) the Takeoff Institute will empower Black undergraduate students across the country to launch their careers and succeed after graduation. 

School Network

The Fellowship 

Our Fellowship is an immersive 8-week curriculum designed to supercharge your readiness for competitive internships and post-grad roles. Students receive mentorship, a weekly speaker series, private coursework in PowerPoint and Excel, and more over the summer. Rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors interested in building a strong foundation to launch a successful career should apply.

Trusted Advisors

Join the Takeoff Advisors community and help empower our Fellows as they develop the requisite skills they will rely on throughout the early stages of their professional careers. Our advisors are diverse (25+ yrs old, all races), and regardless of your profession, we can get you prepared to be an incredible Advisor!

Takeoff University

Built by Black students, for Black students, Takeoff University is the go-to platform for undergraduate students preparing to build a successful career journey. As part of the Takeoff U community, you will gain access to a repository of critical resources to guide your college journey

Freshman >> Sophomore >> Junior >> Senior