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Career Immersion & Leadership Institute - CILI

CILI is a non-profit that aims to assist New Orleans area college students through leadership development and internship placement.

We began in 2020 and have reached many students, making it possible for more grads to start careers soon after graduation. Born of the need to reduce racial disparities and fill critical talent gaps in the local corporate workforce, the Career Immersion + Leadership Institute (CILI) seeks to create, find, and
strengthen pathways for local college students of color to access employment opportunities
and competitive wages. Our flagship fellowship program connects BIPOC students to paid
internship opportunities and provides nearly a year of soft skill development training to
support both personal and professional growth and success as students transition from
academic to adult life

10/29/2026

🚨🎓 COLLEGE STUDENTS: ALL MAJORS WELCOME! APPLICATIONS CLOSE OCTOBER 31!

💼 Business major? APPLY!
🎨 Art or communications major? APPLY!
🔬 Science or engineering major? APPLY!
🏥 Nursing, education, or another major? APPLY!

Whatever you're studying, there's a place for you at CILI! 💙💛

The Career Immersion & Leadership Institute (CILI) is recruiting for Cohort 7, and we're looking for Louisiana college students ready to take their professional futures to the next level!

✨ AND GUESS WHAT? THE PROGRAM IS 100% FREE! ✨

Here's what you could gain:

💰 Access to PAID internships
🤝 Mentorship from industry professionals
🎯 Career readiness and leadership training
🌟 Networking opportunities and professional connections
🚀 Experiences that help you stand out after graduation

⏰ DEADLINE: OCTOBER 31, 2026

Already started your application? Make sure you complete your remaining steps before the deadline!

📲 APPLY NOW: https://www.internshiptalent.org/Become-a-CILI-Fellow

📣 TAG A COLLEGE STUDENT WHO NEEDS TO SEE THIS!

Don't let your major—or the deadline—hold you back!

10/29/2026

🚨 XAVIER vs. LOYOLA vs. NICHOLLS STATE vs. DILLARD! 🏆🔥

Four universities. Four teams. ONE winning pitch!

💡 SHARK TANK MEETS COLLEGE GEN Z!

We're bringing the competition to downtown New Orleans for CILI's 5th Annual Regional Business Case Competition!

Watch talented college students go head-to-head as they pitch creative business solutions for New Orleans' own Crazy Plant Bae! 🌱

Who's bringing home the win? 👀

📅 Tuesday, November 10
⏰ 5:30–8:00 PM
📍 The Shop at CAC | 900 Camp St., New Orleans

🎟️ ADMISSION:

🎓 ALL COLLEGE STUDENTS GET IN FREE! Just bring your valid school ID!

💙 Non-Students: $15 donation

Every paid admission supports career development opportunities for Louisiana college students!

🔥 Come represent your university, cheer on your favorite team, and watch the next generation of business leaders in action!

🔗 Event details: www.internshiptalent.org

📣 TAG YOUR SCHOOL AND SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS!

10/28/2026

Your next big career opportunity could be one application away!

The Career Immersion & Leadership Institute (CILI) is accepting applications for Cohort 7, and time is running out!

That's right! There is NO COST to apply or participate in our year-long Fellowship Program, designed to help Louisiana college students gain the experience, skills, and connections needed to succeed beyond the classroom.

🌟 What Can You Gain as a CILI Fellow?

💼 Access to PAID internship opportunities
🤝 Mentorship and connections with industry professionals
📈 Career readiness and professional development workshops
🎯 Leadership training and networking experiences
🚀 Resources to help you prepare for life after graduation
💙 THE BEST PART? OUR FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM IS 100% FREE!

⏰ APPLICATION DEADLINE: OCTOBER 31, 2026

Already started your application? Don't forget to complete your remaining steps, including your Round 2 video submission!

Know a Louisiana college student who could benefit? Tag them, share this post, or encourage them to apply before it's too late!

🔗 Apply today: https://www.internshiptalent.org/Become-a-CILI-Fellow

Louisiana's Talent. Louisiana's Opportunity.

10/27/2026

One afternoon of LUXURY for you and you could help change the trajectory of a Louisiana college student's career? RSVP at 🔗 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-cohort-collection-art-jewelry-cocktails-tickets-2000353651620?keep_tld=true 🎓

Music provided by the band CHEW THUNDERFOOT, featuring CILI Alumnus Darionne Dew 🎉 and her bandmates 🎹 Will Barnett Jr., Wilson Joseph, Byron Davis, & Ricky McQuillis

On November 1, we're bringing together New Orleans professionals, business leaders, and community supporters for The Cohort Collection: Art, Jewelry & Cocktails at Vyoone's Restaurant.

Enjoy an elegant lunch-brunch featuring local art, jewelry, signature cocktails, and meaningful connections—all while investing in Louisiana's next generation of talent.

This event is sponsored by the following: Performance First Digital, an amazing marketing team here in New Orleans, and the following brands Milagro, Monkey Shoulder, William Grant & Sons, and HENDRICK'S GIN

Through the Career Immersion & Leadership Institute (CILI), we're helping college students gain access to paid internships, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.

Your ticket is more than admission. It's an investment in Louisiana's future workforce.

📅 Sunday, November 1 | 12–3 PM
📍 Vyoone's | 412 Girod St., New Orleans
🎟️ Early Bird Tickets: $100 (Available until Oct. 26th)
🎟️Regular Tickets: $125

Join us in keeping Louisiana talent right here at home.

RSVP at 🔗 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-cohort-collection-art-jewelry-cocktails-tickets-2000353651620?keep_tld=true

10/26/2026

🥂 NO SAINTS GAME THIS SUNDAY? WE'VE GOT PLANS FOR YOU! 🎨✨

Good food, signature cocktails, beautiful art, jewelry, and great company—all for an incredible cause! 💙💛

Join us for The Cohort Collection: Art, Jewelry & Cocktails, a special lunch-brunch experience at Vyoone's in downtown New Orleans!

✨ Here's what your afternoon includes:

🍽️ Delicious lunch-brunch buffet
🥂 Signature cocktails & ch*****ne toast
🎨 Art and jewelry auctions
🎁 Raffles, prizes & surprises
🎶 Music and great company!

📅 Sunday, November 1 | 12–3 PM
📍 Vyoone's | 412 Girod St.
🎟️Early Bird Tickets: $100 (Available until Oct. 26th)
🎟️Regular Tickets: $125
👔 Attire: Elegant College Fan Attire

And the best part? Every ticket supports career opportunities, mentorship, and professional development for Louisiana college students!

Bring a friend, represent your alma mater, and enjoy a Sunday afternoon that gives back!

🎟️ GET YOUR TICKETS:
https://www.internshiptalent.org/cohort-collection-fundraiser

💙 Tag someone you'd love to bring!

🔗 https://www.internshiptalent.org/cohort-collection-fundraiser

10/21/2026

The DATA is clear and the CILI process is working! Let's celebrate together this November 1st at Vyoone's Restaurant Downtown New Orleans. Take a look at the slides below and SHARE to your page.

Click the Link to reserve your spot at Vyoone's and remember, every $100 provides 6 months of training, coaching and direct career experience that transforms the future of one fellow. - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-cohort-collection-art-jewelry-cocktails-tickets-2000353651620?keep_tld=true

We are beyond grateful for employers, sponsors and coaches who have proven that when we come together we build a stronger today and tomorrow for Louisiana - Ochsner Health | The Water Collaborative | Home Bank | Goldman Sachs10,000 Small Businesses | OnPath Credit Union | Greater New Orleans Foundation | New Orleans & Company | Glass Half Full | CUMULUS MEDIA | Marques Colston | Entergy | City of New Orleans

10/13/2026

CILI needs your help getting the funding together for Year 7. Here are ways you can keep CILI's reach going

1. Grab tickets to the Nov 10 CASE competition - Click Here --> https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1999874874585?

2. RSVP to our brunch at Vyoone's on Sun Nov 1 (there's no Saints game that day) - Click Here --> https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-cohort-collection-art-jewelry-cocktails-tickets-2000353651620?

3. Become one of the 1000 Heroes of CILI and make a donation - Click Here --> https://internshiptalent.org/donate-cili

Which one would you choose?

If no financial support is possible at this time, please share this post here on LinkedIn and by text message to at least 10 people. That will do far more than you realize!

We appreciate you so much! and we are celebrating with more than 250 alumni, all working and growing here in Louisiana.

Connecting Louisiana Talent with Louisiana Opportunity

10/09/2026

You are Invited - 🎉 - Art, Brunch, Jewelry and Cocktails at Vyoone's !!!

November 1st - 12:00 to 3:00 PM - Cili invites you to a Luxe Lunch Brunch experience. Space is Limited so RSVP at the Link - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-cohort-collection-art-jewelry-cocktails-tickets-2000353651620?

Show your support for the powerful work of CILI and enjoy the scrumptious delights of food and beverage that only Vyoone's can provide!

Wear your favorite college or NFL team attire and celebrate with us.

🪢 What does this VIP experience include?

It includes a full lunch-brunch buffet, signature cocktails and a Ch*****ne toast.

🎭 Art and Jewelry available for purchase and auction.

All of this and you are supporting first generation college students and the young workforce as they strive to sharpen their skills here in Louisiana.

Click the LINK Below to reserve your spot! SHARE this video with your college alums, Greek frats and sorors, and let's show up for Louisiana and enjoy a luxury experience! - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-cohort-collection-art-jewelry-cocktails-tickets-2000353651620?

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Telephone

+15043134828

Website

http://www.internshiptalent.org/

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