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, Toastmasters certification, YBLA's servant leadership curriculum, 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
Must be able to attend leadership retreat and international service trip (See dates below)
Majors: Business, Technology, Engineering, Econ, Accounting, and Finance
Must be available to attend virtual meetings on Tuesday evenings
Minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA
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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
Program Schedule
February 8-9, 2025
BTP Leadership Retreat
Charlotte, NC
February 25, 2025
Virtual Professional Development Session
March 18, 2025
In-Person Professional Development Session
April 1, 2025
Virtual Professional Development Session
April 15, 2025
In-Person Professional Development Session
April 29, 2025
Virtual Professional Development Session
May 13, 2025
Virtual Professional Development Session
May 19-22, 2025
Charlotte Professional Development Week
May 24-28, 2025
Belize Service Trip
June 10, 2025
BTP Close Out
All Professional Development Sessions will be held on Tuesdays at 6:00 PM
How To Apply
Sign up for an Interest Meeting
1
Complete an Application
2
Attend Virtual Interview
