Collage of 4 Basta Alumni professional headshots. Taken during a Career Readiness Development workshop.

become a Basta Fellow

On average, the Basta Fellowship is a 4-6 month commitment- consisting of two phases: an 11 week career readiness intensive followed by weekly career coaching for up to a year until you secure your first job. The Basta Fellowship is a free program for first-generation college students and recent graduates to land their first jobs. A full-time position with benefits and a competitive salary is within reach.

81% of fellows secure full-time jobs with an average salary of $62,700 within 12 months of completing the program.

Basta Fellow sitting at a career readiness workshop taking notes.

Why Become a BASTA Fellow?

  • A 4-6 month commitment-consisting of two phases: an 11 week career readiness intensive followed by weekly career coaching for up to a year until you secure your first job.

    On-demand 1:1 coaching to support you in all aspects of your job search

    Real-time feedback on interviews for internships and jobs

  • Access to a community of over 1,000 Basta alumni (all first-generation college students!) who are ready and willing to support you in your job search

    Relevant workshops on pressing topics (e.g., choosing a career, navigating racial and gender bias)

    Ongoing alumni support through your first year of work to help you navigate your early professional career

  • Access to a proprietary job board and hundreds of jobs through Basta’s extended community

    Opportunities to attend events with Basta employers, where you get to showcase your skills and have one-on-one time with professionals

Who Is A BASTA Fellow?

96% of BASTA Fellows are people of color

92% are First-Gen college attendees

84% are Pell Grant Recipients

A Basta Fellow sitting at a Basta workshop smiling at a peer.

basta fellowship alumnis say:

  • Rosaura Daniel headshot

    Rosaura Daniel

    “Basta has demystified so much of the process and has connected me to a supportive community who understands the many unspoken experiences and challenges of being a first-generation college graduate.”

  • Brad Belliard headshot

    Brad Belliard

    “Basta has elevated me above the competitive job market pool. It’s giving me the tools, the platform, and most importantly the confidence to put myself into the job market.”

  • Yudelis Najera headshot

    Yudelis Najera

    “Basta is an integral part of the strong woman I am today because, without this support, I don’t think I would’ve tapped into the potential that was sitting within me.”

Fellow Portal

All Basta Fellows get exclusive access to Basta’s Portal, where you can
Log your job search | Create new cover letters | Receive interview coaching |
Get resume and cover letter feedback | RSVP to Basta’s career fairs and more!

If you’re a Fellow who is unable to access the Portal, make sure to reach out to your Basta career coach for help with registration or logging in.

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