Getting a job after graduation should not feel scary
The Takeoff Fellowship is an 8-week intensive program to help prepare Black undergraduate students with the skills they need to succeed in the real world. Each Fellow is paired with an Advisor to develop a strategy, research an industry and present their findings and key takeaways. Through mentorship, a weekly speaker series and required coursework, this Fellowship is designed to build a strong foundation on which students can jump-start a successful career.
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Fellowship Details
Free 8-week Intensive Curriculum | Virtual | June to August
Week 1 Kickoff & Program Introduction
Week 2 Financial Literacy & Building Wealth
Week 3 Email Etiquette, Networking & Building Community
Week 4 Career Exploration
Week 5 Perseverance
Week 6 Time Management & Mental Health
Week 7 Interview Prep & Elevator Pitches
Week 8 Program Wrap Up
Wrap Up Final Presentations!
Fellows Responsibilities & Program Outcomes
Outcomes:
1. A tight-knit community of students and industry advisors that you can lean on throughout undergrad and beyond
2. A completed final project working on a real-world problem for a startup
3. A list of industry role models that will be your constant source of inspiration
4. Confidence you didn't think you had prior
5. Access to a clear career path post-graduation
Responsibilities:
1. Believe in yourself and take chances in every way that you can
2. Support your peers through your words and actions
3. Attend all advisor meetings, events, and speaker engagements
4. Ask questions, and then ask more and more questions
5. Have fun!
Common FAQs
How many students do you accept?
For our current Fellowship, we will be accepting 50 students, but we are hoping to expand this number in the coming years.
Do I have to be an undergraduate to apply?
Yes! Our Fellowship is currently only serving undergraduate students. This includes graduating seniors but does not apply to rising first year students.
What if I have another internship?
Our Fellowship prioritizes Fellows who can commit to this opportunity as first priority, but we also consider students who will also be tackling a full-time internship.
How big is the time commitment for this program?
Students should expect to commit 10-15 hours per week to the program.