A progression of programming: Grade 10 through College.
We believe in “earning while learning,” providing stipends for participation and ensuring all internship opportunities are paid. By anchoring our work in schools and building through trusted relationships, we provide comprehensive, long-term support for every scholar we serve.
Helping students build a foundation of professional skills to start their journey.
Paid work experience for successful Core graduates with top partners.
Long-term mentorship pods and career guidance for alumni.
"The Foundation"
Launched in Fall 2020, this after-school program provides 54 hours of coursework. Scholars present a real-world case study capstone project and earn incentive-based stipends of $200-$700.
Direct access to professionals in:
Real World Experience
Scholars who successfully complete the Core Program are invited to apply for paid spring internships.
Launched in Spring 2022. Placements include J.P. Morgan Asset Management, A-CAP, Bronx District Attorney, and Bronx County Courthouse.
Scholars work 10-15 hours weekly and earn competitive hourly pay. Includes weekly reflections and check-ins with our team.
Building Social Capital
An innovative mentorship model providing scholars with one-on-one and group mentorship support from professionals across career stages.
ELP Bx currently partners with six public high schools in the South Bronx. In our Core Program, students meet after school 2 days a week to interact with professionals and build their networks, develop and hone essential professional skills, and work on a team project emulating real world situations.
Although we gladly work with all grade levels, our core program is geared towards scholars in 10th and 11th grade. This allows scholars to be involved in our internship program in 11th or 12th grade.
We meet with our scholars 2x per week for 10 weeks over the course of each semester:
The Internship Program is designed for students who have completed at least one semester of the ELP Bx Core Program. It offers paid professional internships alongside school commitments.
The program started in Spring 2022 with 12 scholars. In Spring 2024, 28 interns were placed across various industries. In Spring 2026, 30 interns were placed across various industries.
An innovative mentorship model providing scholars with one-on-one and group mentorship support from professionals across career stages.
The Fellows program includes 48 participants in 8 pods (small groups) who meet regularly for both career-focused curriculum and casual connection.
