TMCF and Apple believe creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is the best way to attract great talent, inspire great ideas, and do great work. That‡s why we are proud to present the HBCU Initiative aimed at inspiring young innovators and expanding the technical talent pool at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). We invite you to learn more about the scholarship and internship opportunity available to a select group of talented HBCU students.
Apple HBCU Scholars Program
Overview
The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) in partnership with Apple is proud to present the Apple HBCU Scholars Program. Applications are now open to outstanding students attending HBCUs with a minimum 3.0 GPA who will be graduating between December 2021 and May 2021. Eligible students should be currently working towards a degree in an undergraduate, Masters, or Ph.D. program. Selected Scholars will participate in a 12-week internship during the summer of 2021, and will receive up to $25,000 in need-based funding that will be applied to the academic year immediately following their internship period. Each scholar will have an Apple mentor throughout their experience, receive an opportunity to develop key skills, enhance their resumes, and help launch their careers through the hands-on experience gained at one of the top tech companies in the world.
The Opportunity
This highly competitive program targets students for opportunities in the following areas:
Software Opportunities
- iOS Car Experience Engineering Intern
- iOS HomeKit Engineering Intern
- Localization Tools Engineering Intern
- Internet Technologies Intern
- Information Systems Technology Intern
- QA Automation Engineering Intern
- CoreMotion Intern
- Bluetooth Quality Intern
- Software Accessibility Intern
- Strategic Data Solutions Intern
- Ad Platforms Engineering Intern
Non-Technical/Business Opportunities
Apple Finance Intern
Apple Music Intern
Original Content Intern (Los Angeles)
Public Relations Intern
Business Affairs Intern
Hardware Opportunities
iPhone/iPad Systems QA Intern
Mac Systems QA Intern
iPhone HW – Prototyping & Tools Engineering Team Intern
Product Display Product Design Engineering Intern
Mac Product Design Intern
HW Platform Engineering Intern
Silicon Validation Intern
These scholars will have the opportunity to:
Participate in an Apple HBCU Immersion experience in Cupertino, California in January 2021
Participate in a 12-week internship with Apple in Cupertino, California in the summer of 2021
Be awarded a need-based scholarship to help defray the costs (e.g., tuition, mandatory fees, room and board, books and supplies) of attendance
Participate in various leadership development activities to help prepare for post-graduation careers
Receive on-going coaching and guidance from an experienced Apple employee
Serve as Ambassadors on their HBCU campuses to build awareness for the Apple and TMCF HBCU Initiative
Program Criteria
Enrolled full-time at a four-year accredited HBCU
Graduating between December 2021 and May 2021 (e.g., graduate students, or undergraduate sophomores, juniors, or seniors pursuing a fifth year of study.)
Prior internship, leadership, and/or team projects experience is preferred
Key Qualifications
This highly competitive program has opportunities for students in a variety of disciplines. The selection process aims to assess critical soft skills that enable success in our program, coupled with technical ability. We‡re looking for individuals that exhibit both a technical and cultural fit:
Technical Fit
Analytical ability
Ability to articulate ideas
Ability to learn new concepts
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Cultural Fit
Highly motivated
Persuasive and candid
Focused on results
Perseverance
Team player
Possesses sound judgment and critical thinking skills
Scholar Expectations (including, but not limited to the following)
Must be able to participate in all program-related activities
Willing and able to spend 12 weeks in Cupertino, California during the summer months of May through August
Must remain in good academic standing
Must not have any disciplinary infractions on academic record
Able to successfully complete all program requirements
Utilize Apple technology (e.g., MacBook, iPhone, etc.)
Serve as post-internship Apple Ambassadors
Students selected to participate in the program must provide TMCF with supporting documentation requested during the financial need verification process
How to Apply
To apply, click the button below and create a TMCF Account. Once you sign up and create a TMCF Account, you can complete the Apple HBCU Scholars application. The deadline is October 7, 2018, 11:59 PM EST.
