The CILI Summer Internship Boot Camp is a high-impact, hands-on workshop designed to equip high school seniors and college students with the practical skills, confidence, and insight needed to succeed in today’s competitive job market. This free session brings together real-world career guidance, interactive activities, and direct exposure to professional expectations—all in one experience.
Participants will learn:
The session is interactive, engaging, and designed to feel real—not just informational. Students will leave with tangible tools, improved confidence, and a clearer understanding of how to take the next step in their career journey.
Who should attend: High school seniors and college students looking to prepare for internships, jobs, or their next career move.
Bonus: Light lunch provided and opportunities to connect with professionals and peers
RSVP to secure your spot; Limited # of Spaces
Once Capacity is reached, we will notify of Waitist
Thursday, September 17, 2026 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM Rosy’s Jazz Hall 500 Valence St. New Orleans, LA 70115
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Advance registration is required. - Sign Up Here
Join CILI at the Chamber After 5 Networking Event in partnership with College Beyond and the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce!
CILI Fellows and Alumni are invited to connect with New Orleans Chamber of Commerce mentors, practice their elevator pitches, gain valuable networking insights, and put those skills into action during the Chamber After 5 event.
This is a great opportunity to strengthen your professional networking skills, make new connections, and engage with professionals from across the New Orleans business community.
CILI will be in attendance, and we encourage Fellows and Alumni to join us!
Friday, October 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM Joe M. Bartholomew Municipal Golf Course 6514 Congress Drive | New Orleans, LA
CILI is seeking Fellows and Alumni volunteers to represent our organization at the Community Capital Circle Inaugural Real Estate & Wealth Building Golf Tournament.
The event brings together business leaders, investors, entrepreneurs, and community professionals for a day centered around networking, wealth building, entrepreneurship, and community impact.
As a CILI volunteer, you'll have an opportunity to:
Current CILI Fellows and Alumni are encouraged to sign up.
Additional information regarding volunteer roles, arrival times, attire, and event-day responsibilities will be provided to confirmed volunteers.
Space may be limited—register below to volunteer!
Please Note: Registering through this page is to volunteer with CILI at the event and is not registration to participate in the golf tournament.
Save the Date
5th Annual Business Case Pitch Night Competition & Fundraiser
This an evening dedicated to elevating college students and creating real professional development opportunities for them to thrive. It is also an opportunity to celebrate a local small business owner.
Get a front row seat to observe several college and university students sharing their knowledge and insights on how to solve a real local business challenge.
Join us for Pitch Night! November 10, 2026.
Career Immersion & Leadership Institute is a 501c3 non-profit that offers free programming to college students dedicated to helping them to prepare and navigate the transition from college to their professional life.
Join Us for the Pitch Night
Ticket by Making a Donation
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Venue Sponsor
Address: 900 Camp St 3rd floor, New Orleans, LA 70130
Sponsorships and Pitch Competition Night event tickets help contribute to the work of CILI in delivering its programming.
Sponsorship Opportunities
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4th ANNUAL ETIQUETTE DINNER & CELEBRATION
COHORT #7 WELCOME RECEPTION
SAVE THE DATE!
Remarks By
TBD
End of Year Donations
VIDEO Etiquette Dinner December 2024
Join Us in welcoming our newest CILI Cohort of CILI Fellows.
The event brings together Students, local Business Leaders and Industry supporters
Sponsorships are available
Tables are available
a 501(3) non-profit organization
CONTACT US:
ADDRESS:
Career Immersion & Leadership Institute3157 Gentilly Blvd Suite # 2184New Orleans, LA 70122
