You know how people always say you can be whatever you want to be? That’s true. The only catch is you have to have the skills to get there. The JA Fellows Program can help you get those skills. You’ll also gain confi dence and recognition as you get access to the world of business you simply can’t get in school.

What’s in it for you:

Scholarship and award opportunities
Meeting new, different and motivated peers
Leadership development opportunities
The opportunity to create and manage a business
Interaction with Atlanta business leaders
Possible internships
Great experience for college applications

How the program works:

1st Semester: Meet one night a week. You and your team of 20–25 will create and manage a company of your own.
2nd Semester: Meet 2 nights a month. You’ll learn to manage personal fi nances and your career aspirations.
Quarterly Saturday Speaker Series events. Speakers include prominent members of the Atlanta business community. Topics and workshops explore business and workforce-related issues.
Shadow a high-profi le businessperson from a profession of your choice. TV and radio personalities, legislators and entrepreneurs are just a few examples of professionals you will learn from.

Application Process:

Applications should be submitted as soon as possible
Students must be available for 15 minute interviews
Students who are selected will be notified by phone
Students who are not selected will be notified by letter.

All program events and meetings will be held in Sandy Springs or Downtown Atlanta.

Requirements:

Be a 9th – 11th grade high school student
Demonstrate commitment to the program
Show community involvement, extracurricular involvement or work experience
Exhibit leadership qualities
Teacher or community recommendation
Interview
Have a passion to get the most out of life
Interview

Links:

JA Fellows FAQ
Recommendation Form
Student Application
Apply Online

This exciting program is made possible by the generosity of the Marcus foundation.