Listen to why Fellows joined CPI
Join hundreds of first-generation, low-income (FGLI) college students who became CPI Fellows.
Connect with inspiring industry leaders who are excited to talk to you.
You can explore our online platform to request intros with industry leaders who can't wait to meet you.
Gain the confidence and skills to find your first internship or job.
Whether you're new to networking or would like advanced tips, we will teach you everything you need to know.
Connect with students nationwide with similar life experiences.
Meet hundreds of students from colleges across the U.S. and learn in a supportive, collaborative environment.
Our programming
Get the help you need now
Learning Conversation Guides
Career prep series
Career exploration webinars
On-demand coaching & support
Learning Conversation Guides
Access to our robust network of professionals and industry leaders across various corporate fields of interest.
Our programming
Get the help you need now
Learning Conversation Guides
Career prep series
Career exploration webinars
On-demand coaching & support
Learning Conversation Guides
Access to our robust network of professionals and industry leaders across various corporate fields of interest.
Our programming
Get the help you need now
Learning Conversation Guides
Career prep series
Career exploration webinars
On-demand coaching & support
Learning Conversation Guides
Access to our robust network of professionals and industry leaders across various corporate fields of interest.
Our programming
Get the help you need now
Learning Conversation Guides
Career prep series
Career exploration webinars
On-demand coaching & support
Learning Conversation Guides
Access to our robust network of professionals and industry leaders across various corporate fields of interest.
What is our onboarding process for Fellows?
We evaluate each Fellow candidate’s application based on academic preparedness and expressed interest in corporate opportunities. Upon acceptance into our program, Fellows get access to their personal coach and attend our virtual Career Prep Series that covers the fundamentals of career preparation. After the Career Prep Series, Fellows are invited to start networking with professionals in the field and access advanced skills-building workshops.
1. University-Nominated Student Pool
We collaborate with university partners to identify highly motivated FGLI students, typically sophomores and juniors, who would benefit most from CPI’s programming.
2. Fellow Application
3. Application Review
4. Program Onboarding
What is our onboarding process for Fellows?
We evaluate each Fellow candidate’s application based on academic preparedness and expressed interest in corporate opportunities. Upon acceptance into our program, Fellows get access to their personal coach and attend our virtual Career Prep Series that covers the fundamentals of career preparation. After the Career Prep Series, Fellows are invited to start networking with professionals in the field and access advanced skills-building workshops.
1. University-Nominated Student Pool
We collaborate with university partners to identify highly motivated FGLI students, typically sophomores and juniors, who would benefit most from CPI’s programming.
2. Fellow Application
3. Application Review
4. Program Onboarding
What is our onboarding process for Fellows?
We evaluate each Fellow candidate’s application based on academic preparedness and expressed interest in corporate opportunities. Upon acceptance into our program, Fellows get access to their personal coach and attend our virtual Career Prep Series that covers the fundamentals of career preparation. After the Career Prep Series, Fellows are invited to start networking with professionals in the field and access advanced skills-building workshops.
1. University-Nominated Student Pool
We collaborate with university partners to identify highly motivated FGLI students, typically sophomores and juniors, who would benefit most from CPI’s programming.
2. Fellow Application
3. Application Review
4. Program Onboarding
What Fellows are saying about CPI
"It was great to connect with an engineer [who shared my experience]. We have very similar inspirations for becoming an engineer… I learned that I need to be more honest and upfront with the things that I am passionate about to get a better understanding of where I want to be."
Ernsley
Senior, Engineering
"It was great to connect with an engineer [who shared my experience]. We have very similar inspirations for becoming an engineer… I learned that I need to be more honest and upfront with the things that I am passionate about to get a better understanding of where I want to be."
Ernsley
Senior, Engineering
"It was great to connect with an engineer [who shared my experience]. We have very similar inspirations for becoming an engineer… I learned that I need to be more honest and upfront with the things that I am passionate about to get a better understanding of where I want to be."
Ernsley
Senior, Engineering
“I had always been curious about a career in sales but was unsure how to get started. CPI opened my eyes to sales opportunities and connected me to Flow Automotive which led to a summer job. Now I’m starting a full-time role in their leadership program, where I can much better apply my passion for business and sales.”
Esteban
Junior, Economics
“I had always been curious about a career in sales but was unsure how to get started. CPI opened my eyes to sales opportunities and connected me to Flow Automotive which led to a summer job. Now I’m starting a full-time role in their leadership program, where I can much better apply my passion for business and sales.”
Esteban
Junior, Economics
“I had always been curious about a career in sales but was unsure how to get started. CPI opened my eyes to sales opportunities and connected me to Flow Automotive which led to a summer job. Now I’m starting a full-time role in their leadership program, where I can much better apply my passion for business and sales.”
Esteban
Junior, Economics
“I got to start building a relationship with one of the most influential M&A bankers on Wall Street and got insight into both the industry and what it takes to succeed within it.”
Hieu
Junior, Finance
“I got to start building a relationship with one of the most influential M&A bankers on Wall Street and got insight into both the industry and what it takes to succeed within it.”
Hieu
Junior, Finance
“I got to start building a relationship with one of the most influential M&A bankers on Wall Street and got insight into both the industry and what it takes to succeed within it.”
Hieu
Junior, Finance
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the program free?
Yes! Our CPI Fellowship is completely free for college students who are eligible for our Fellowship.
Is the program free?
Yes! Our CPI Fellowship is completely free for college students who are eligible for our Fellowship.
Is the program free?
Yes! Our CPI Fellowship is completely free for college students who are eligible for our Fellowship.
Who is eligble?
Who is eligble?
Who is eligble?
Who is the Fellowship for?
Who is the Fellowship for?
Who is the Fellowship for?
Does CPI help me get an internship or job?
Does CPI help me get an internship or job?
Does CPI help me get an internship or job?
What is my commitment?
What is my commitment?
What is my commitment?
How can I apply?
How can I apply?
How can I apply?
I am a freshman. Can I still apply?
I am a freshman. Can I still apply?
I am a freshman. Can I still apply?
How do you review applications?
How do you review applications?
How do you review applications?
When will I find out about my application decision?
When will I find out about my application decision?
When will I find out about my application decision?
How would this program work with my schedule as a college student?
How would this program work with my schedule as a college student?
How would this program work with my schedule as a college student?
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