Campus Greensboro

The 2022 Campus Greensboro Fellows Program kicked off on Tuesday, May 31. Campus Greensboro received more than 1700 applications for internships in the 2022 Fellows Program. This year’s program included 75 Fellows interning at 40 organizations across the city of Greensboro and Guilford County. More than 50 community mentors connected with and supported students this summer as well.

Reporting on recent Fellows cohorts indicates that of those students eligible to enter the workforce or to continue their internship roles, 53% accepted full-time, part-time, or internship employment in the Greensboro area following the program.

2022 Fellows Cohort Profile

59% of the 2022 Fellows cohort are students of color.

40% of the 2022 Fellows applicants indicated they are first-generation college students and 34% are Pell Grant recipients

AFTER COMPLETING THE 2022 FELLOWS PROGRAM:

89% are interested in staying in Greensboro after graduation

92% built a network they believe will help them professionally

85% better understand which companies in Greensboro are in their desired industry

97% had a summer experience they believe will help them toward their career goals

93% feel more prepared to apply for job/internship opportunities

92% feel more confident to advocate for themselves and their needs as a professional

92% have more knowledge about diversity and inclusion in the workplace