YBLA Black Talent Pipeline
About Black Talent Pipeline
YBLA’s Black Talent Pipeline (BTP) program prepares high-potential Black college students for internships & full-time opportunities with companies seeking diverse talent. Our program provides professional development, opportunities to increase social capital, networking with like-minded Black students, and an opportunity to serve abroad.
Eligibility Requirements
Black college Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors
Majors: Business, Technology, Engineering, Econ, Accounting, and Finance
Minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA
Must be able to attend leadership retreat and international service trip (See dates below)
Must be available to attend virtual meetings on Tuesday evenings
Watch BTP 2023 Serve Belize
Program Benefits
3 days/2-night leadership retreat
International Service Trip to Belize
Scholarship Opportunities
Professional development workshops
Access to career mentors & leadership coach
Meet with business leaders and companies
Access to paid internships & career opportunities
How To Apply
Sign up for an Interest Meeting
1
Complete an Application
2
Attend Virtual Interview
3
Program Schedule
Sunday, January 21, 2024
Virtual Interest Meeting
Wednesday, Jan 24 - Thursday, Jan 25, 2024
Virtual Interviews
Monday, January 29, 2024
Virtual Interviews #2
Wednesday, Jan 31 - Thursday, Feb 1, 2024
Virtual Interviews #3
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Virtual Orientation
Friday, Feb 16 - Sunday, Feb 18, 2024
In-Person Retreat
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Virtual Session 1
Tuesday, March 5, 2024
Virtual Session 2
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Virtual Session 3
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Virtual Session 4
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
Virtual Session 5
Monday, May 13 -
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
In-Person Retreat:
Truist Leaderhip Summit
(Greensboro, NC)
Tuesday, May 14 - Thursday, May 16, 2024
In-Person Retreat: Charlotte
Friday, May 17 - Tuesday, May 21, 2024
Belize Service Trip
Tuesday, June 10, 2024
Virtual Closing Session
*Sessions are scheduled for Tuesdays from 6 PM to 8 PM.*
