HBCU 20x20

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We’re the nation’s leading free resource for academic and career access.

Our founder, Nicole Tinson-Johnson, attended Dillard University, an HBCU, in New Orleans, LA. She was selected as a White House HBCU All Star, secured Michelle Obama to be her class' commencement speaker and went on to Yale for graduate school. While at Yale, she served as a Graduate Assistant at the Afro American Cultural Center and worked directly with student leaders and groups. She quickly realized how many Fortune 500 and tech companies gravitated towards Yale to recruit students, but never visited her HBCU. She decided that access to quality jobs and internships were important for all students, especially students at HBCUs and her team developed HBCU 20x20 to fill that gap. Closing the access gap that exists between HBCUs and other institutions means providing direct resources to the stakeholders who need it most: the students. Our projects' goal is to directly place 20,000 students and recent graduates from HBCUs into internship and job opportunities by the year 2020 and provide them with career development resources. We do this by hosting career development workshops, fellowship programs and continuing to develop partnerships with companies and a coalition of organizations to build access to resources for students and graduates.

10/13/2026

Yesterday, we officially kicked off Cohort V of the U.S. Bank + HBCU 20x20 Finance Fellowship!

We’re excited to welcome 14 students representing seven Historically Black Colleges and Universities to this year’s cohort.

Over the next four weeks, these emerging leaders will have the opportunity to connect directly with U.S. Bank professionals, explore careers in financial services, strengthen their professional skills, and gain valuable insights into the industry.

Now in our fifth cohort, this partnership continues to reflect what is possible when employers make intentional investments in developing the next generation of talent.

We’re grateful to U.S. Bank for its continued partnership and commitment to creating meaningful opportunities for HBCU students.

To our Cohort V fellows, welcome! We’re excited for the conversations, connections, and growth ahead.

Here’s to another incredible cohort!

10/08/2026

Today, we’re going Inside Adobe!

Join The Application | HBCU 20x20 today, October 8, at 5 PM Eastern to connect with Adobe recruiters, hiring managers, and professionals and explore career pathways and opportunities at Adobe.

Students who attend will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win giveaways!

Already registered? Check your confirmation email for your access link and accept the calendar invite.

Haven’t registered yet? There’s still time:

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5eWN00ZwRruncRs_UgV26Q #/registration

09/14/2026

🚨 TODAY IS THE DEADLINE 🚨

Applications for the U.S. Bank + HBCU 20x20 Finance Fellowship close tonight.

If you’re an HBCU sophomore interested in finance and future internship opportunities, don’t wait another minute.

Submit your application before it’s too late.

Questions?
📧 [email protected]

09/11/2026

⏳ Final Weekend

This is one of your last chances to apply for the U.S. Bank + HBCU 20x20 Finance Fellowship.

Invest in yourself.
Build your network.
Prepare for your future.

Applications close September 14.

Apply today:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefIqT4o3n9xDzHRAnLjwXj5OVs_WlTSXwZPvviBtK72chi3g/viewform?pli=1

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from The Application | HBCU 20x20!

Today, we celebrate the people whose talent, dedication, and determination move our communities forward.

At The Application | HBCU 20x20, we believe everyone deserves access to meaningful work, equitable opportunities, and workplaces where they are valued and supported. We remain committed to helping HBCU students and alumni build careers that reflect their full potential.

As you enjoy the holiday, we invite you to reflect on how each of us can help create a workforce where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Thank you for being part of our community and supporting this important work.

Have a safe, restful, and meaningful Labor Day!

- The Application and HBCU 20x20

09/01/2026

🚨 Calling all HBCU sophomores interested in finance!

Applications are NOW OPEN for the U.S. Bank + HBCU 20x20 Finance Fellowship.

Over four weeks, you’ll:

💼 Learn from finance professionals
📈 Build technical and career-ready skills
🤝 Network with U.S. Bank leaders
💡 Prepare for paid Spring & Summer 2028 internship opportunities

If you’re ready to invest in your future, this fellowship is for you.

🗓 Application Deadline: September 14, 2026

Apply today: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefIqT4o3n9xDzHRAnLjwXj5OVs_WlTSXwZPvviBtK72chi3g/viewform?pli=1

08/26/2026

🌟 Fellow Spotlight: Aishat Ishola

Meet Aishat Ishola, a Marketing and Computer Information Systems student at Grambling State University and a Fall 2026 Stryker + The Application Marketing & Finance Fellow!

Aishat joins 37 other students selected from 269 applicants for four weeks of professional development, networking and learning directly from professionals at Stryker.

Congratulations, Aishat! We’re excited to have you as part of Cohort IV. 🎉

08/25/2026

🎉 Meet the Fall 2026 Stryker + The Application Marketing & Finance Fellows!

Out of 269 applicants, 38 students representing 21 colleges and universities across the country have been selected for Cohort IV of the Stryker + The Application Marketing & Finance Fellowship!

Over the next four weeks, our fellows will connect directly with Stryker professionals, participate in immersive workshops and professional development, expand their networks, and gain valuable insight into careers in marketing and finance.

They’ll also learn more about opportunities with Stryker, including pathways to be considered for Summer 2027 internships.

We’re incredibly excited to welcome this new cohort and continue our partnership with Stryker to create meaningful career pathways for college students.

Congratulations to our Fall 2026 Fellows!

We can’t wait to see what you accomplish.

08/18/2026

What can four weeks do for your career?

More than you know!

The U.S. Bank + HBCU 20x20 Finance Fellowship helps students:

• Build confidence
• Develop professional skills
• Learn directly from industry leaders
• Expand their professional network

Applications are open now.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefIqT4o3n9xDzHRAnLjwXj5OVs_WlTSXwZPvviBtK72chi3g/viewform?pli=1

08/12/2026

Your classroom teaches theory.

This fellowship helps you prepare for the real world.

The U.S. Bank + HBCU 20x20 Finance Fellowship includes:

✔ Executive speakers
✔ Career development
✔ Technical workshops
✔ Networking opportunities
✔ Exposure to careers across financial services

Applications close September 14.

Apply today:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefIqT4o3n9xDzHRAnLjwXj5OVs_WlTSXwZPvviBtK72chi3g/viewform?pli=1

Address

Washington D.C., DC

Website

https://theapplication.org/

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