Career Bridge Fellowship Eligibility

To apply for the Career Bridge Fellowship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be a college student passionate about equity, leadership, and creating lasting community impact.
• Be a college senior or graduate student committed to career development and professional growth.
• Be currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a two-year or four-year college or university.
• Have a minimum GPA of 2.5.
• Be a Louisiana resident (attended high school in Louisiana),
  OR have family roots in Louisiana (please explain in your application).
• First in your immediate family to attend college.
• Eligible and receiving Pell Grant.
• Meet the criteria for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Eligibility.

If you are a college freshman, sophomore, or junior, please apply for the CILI Fellowship Program instead.

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Application Process Overview

✅ Step 1: Submit Your Application

Deadline: October 31st

• Review the eligibility requirements above.
• Complete the online application form at the bottom of this page.
• Provide your contact info, academic background, and professional goals.

Step 2: Submit a Video

• If you move forward, you’ll receive an email within 1–3 days with video instructions.
• Create a video answering four questions that reflect your professional readiness and goals.
• Video must be no longer than 5 minutes — and only one submission is allowed.

Step 3: Interview with the Career Bridge Team

• If selected, you’ll be invited to a virtual interview with two Career Bridge administrators.
• The interview will last about 45 minutes to 1 hour.
• You’ll have a chance to discuss your career vision and how the Fellowship can support your transition into the workforce.

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If You’re Accepted…

Accepted participants will receive a congratulatory letter from CILI founder and CEO Perry Sholes.

You’ll also gain access to exclusive Career Bridge resources and be invited to the annual Career Bridge Retreat, where you will:

• Connect with other emerging professionals,
• Develop your career toolkit,
• Engage in coaching, networking, and job search strategy sessions.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Click here to view the Career Bridge Fellowship Program FAQs (PDF)

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✉️ Already Have an Account?

If you're already connected with us and ready to apply, just send us an email:

Email: programmanager@internshiptalent.org

We look forward to supporting your next step!