HBCU Partnership Programs

HBCU First interns Rashanna Ireland, Caliese Beckford, and Nekeirah Brice at Claflin University.

HBCU Partnership Programs

HBCU First helps best-in-class companies develop & recruit Day-One-Ready talent. As the leading HBCU internship and mentoring academy, we empower students from over 70 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) with in-demand, college-to-career skills.

ADDRESSING AMERICA'S WORK REVOLUTION

Knowledge jobs are increasing faster than we can fill them, and many — from college interns to senior executives — feel undervalued and overworked.

This skills and morale deficit stems from the rapid adoption of new technologies, socioeconomic inequality, and an outdated approach to education and training.

HBCU First aims to strengthen America's workforce by developing a dynamic stream of day-one-ready talent and transforming how we educate and train college students.

PARTNER With HBCU First

Get better hiring outcomes by going beyond transactional recruiting to educate & train students.
• Student Engagement Opportunities
• Talent Acquisition Tools
• Recognition of Support

HBCU First is a student-led community advancing the wellbeing and economic participation of America’s youth.