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The DEI Task Force strives to be a resource for diverse business Jayhawks in search of professional opportunities. The following page consists of opportunities on and off campus that seek diverse students.

Industry DEI Programs for Students

Read more below to learn more about the opportunities specific to each company 

KU Business DEI Student Organizations and Programs

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EY Launch Internship Program

It’s tailored especially for accounting or related business majors from underrepresented groups in the profession who are two or more years from final graduation. So you don’t have to wait until you’re a junior or senior to learn what a professional services career is all about. You can start now!

KPMG Future Diversity Leaders Program and Embark Internship 

Get out in front with their early internship and leadership programs for high-performing, ethnically diverse students. Contact our local KPMG recruiter to find more info on the application process and deadlines. If you don't know your recruiter, stop by Business Career Services for help.

KPMG Rise Program

The new Rise Leadership Institute (Rise) is redefining how KPMG engages and supports inclusivity. If you’re a high-performing college freshman or sophomore who identifies as a person of color, veteran, person with disability, LGBTQ, and/or first-generation college student, then RISE up and make your mark with KPMG! Four-day leadership conference in Hollywood, California on June 22–25, 2020

PwC Diversity Internship Experience

Start is PwC’s diversity summer internship experience, uniquely designed for high-performing college sophomores/rising juniors who self-identify as members of traditionally underrepresented minority groups in the professional services industry, protected veterans, and/or an individuals with disabilities.

Accenture Student Empowerment

Multi-year career development program bringing together a community of female and ethnically diverse students. If you are in your first or second year of study we encourage you to apply. Build a foundation and forge strong, long lasting relationships throughout your college experience that positions you for a successful career.

Goldman Sachs

Hispanic Latino Leadership Summit
Goldman Sachs Pride Summit
Women's Leadership Camp
Goldman Sachs Undergraduate Camp

Morgan Stanley
For questions, contact mscampusrecruiting@ms.com

Freshman Enhancement Program

Description
  • Monday, May 18 - Friday, May 22 in New York City
  • Understanding of the various businesses and career paths Morgan Stanley provides
  • Training, and networking
  • Morgan Stanley will cover domestic travel and lodging expenses.
Application Deadline: Thursday, January 16
Requirements
  • You are a Black, Hispanic, Native American, and/or LGBT+ freshman undergraduate student (class of 2023)
  • You have an interest in financial services, excellent work ethic, and strong verbal/written communication skills
  • You are analytical, quantitative, have the ability to multi-task, are results-driven, a leader, and a team player with a positive attitude
After submitting your application you will be asked to complete a video-recorded questionnaire through HireVue. You will receive an email with additional information on how to complete the video within 48 hours of submitting your application. We encourage you to account for this in your application timeline.

Blackstone

These programs are a 2-day events in New York for college sophomores (May 2022) providing an opportunity to learn about Blackstone and the financial services industry, along with developing their network as they begin to recruit for their junior year internships. All travel and accommodations are provided for selected candidates. These programs can often lead to accelerated interviews at Blackstone

Bain and Company

The BEL program is highly selective, focused on giving top students of Black/African American, Hispanic/Latinx and American Indian descent the opportunity to strengthen their business and leadership skill set while gaining exposure to Bain & Company, one of the world’s top tier strategy consulting firms.