Career Pathways Initiative Fellowship 2027
Brief Description
Applications are open for the Career Pathways Initiative Fellowship 2027, a specialized program designed to help first-generation, low-income (FGLI) undergraduate college students navigate competitive hiring channels. Securing internships or entry-level job opportunities can prove difficult without established professional networks, especially given that over 80% of roles are filled through direct connections. This program bridges that structural gap by connecting students directly with industry leaders and prospective employers. If you are seeking targeted undergraduate career coaching and an FGLI undergraduate fellowship to jumpstart your career, this program offers personalized mentorship, practical skills training, and exposure to top employers across major corporate sectors.
Name of Host Institution
Career Pathways Initiative
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Requirements/Eligibility Criteria
- You must be a current undergraduate college student.
- You must be a first-generation, low-income college student, defined as having parents who did not earn a U.S. bachelor’s degree with a 3.0+ GPA.
- You must demonstrate enthusiasm for expanding your professional network and career trajectory.
- You must hold an interest in corporate careers in sectors such as finance, professional services, technology, healthcare, consumer products, retail, manufacturing/engineering, media and entertainment, or non-profit/education.
Benefits
- Free access to an exclusive network of working professionals in your field of interest.
- 1:1 on-demand coaching offering personalized career guidance.
- Educational and skill-building workshops led by corporate partner companies.
- Direct access to internship and job postings provided by corporate partner networks.
Duration
Fellows must commit 10 to 15 hours per semester to remain in good standing. This includes mandatory attendance at 4 career prep sessions conducted over Zoom between February 1 and February 24, 2027. Participants select one recurring day per week (Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday at 6:00 PM EST) for four consecutive weeks.
Deadline
January 29, 2027


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