EICOP
EICOPEntertainment Industry College Outreach Program
HBCU IN LA, HBCU IN NY, HBCU IN ATL

The industry pipeline HBCU students were never given.

EICOP places the best and brightest student leaders from HBCUs and Minority Serving Institutions in paid internships at major studios, networks, talent agencies, and global creative companies.

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90% Intern to hire conversion
60+ HBCU campuses engaged
35+ Industry partners
2017 White House Initiative launch
What We Do

A nonprofit built to close Hollywood's diversity gap.

The Entertainment Industry College Outreach Program (EICOP) is a nonprofit educational arts workforce development organization. We educate, train, and recruit talented student leaders from HBCUs and other Minority Serving Institutions for careers across entertainment, media, sports, music, gaming, and technology.

EICOP partners with industry organizations that commit to providing paid internship experiences. Participants meet the most successful leaders working in the industry today, who answer real questions and provide long-term mentorship. Students receive professional coaching, networking access, and instruction on interview skills, industry culture, and career navigation.

Founded in partnership with the White House. In 2017, under the Obama administration, EICOP joined forces with the White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities and launched HBCU IN LA, the first program of its kind.
Our Goal
"Our goal in establishing this much needed program is to provide a diverse, ready-for-hire talent pool for employment across the industry."
EICOP, Entertainment Industry College Outreach Program

Three cities. One mission. Infinite careers.

Each program gives HBCU scholars 8 to 10 weeks of paid work, coaching, and direct industry access.

Since 2017

HBCU IN LA

Los Angeles, CA, major studios, networks, talent agencies, and the heart of Hollywood.

New York

HBCU IN NY

New York, NY, media companies, publishing, and the East Coast creative industry ecosystem.

Atlanta

HBCU IN ATL

Atlanta, GA, the growing media and entertainment capital of the South.

Program Components

What every cohort receives

Four practical supports help each cohort build skills, relationships, and real work experience.

Paid Internships

8 to 10 week placements at major studios, networks, production companies, and talent agencies. Students are paid for their work.

Speaker Series

Weekly sessions with executives, creators, and decision makers who answer real questions about the work and the industry.

Career Development

Professional coaching, interview prep, industry etiquette, and culture training help students show up prepared.

HBCU Showcase

Cohorts create original work from pitch to presentation, giving students a portfolio moment in front of industry guests.

Student Stories

Alumni stories show what access can change.

Khariss Bender is a two-time EICOP alum. She returned because there was more to learn and more room to grow. A Howard University graduate now headed to CNN, she shows how paid access, mentorship, and preparation can open a real career path.

Returning to EICOP a second time was the best decision I made. It changed not just my resume, but who I am as a professional.

Khariss Bender, Howard University to CNN
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EICOP student cohort
2x Alumni return rate
Industry partners who have hosted our students
AEG Worldwide Activision Major Studios Networks Talent Agencies Production Companies Global Creative Orgs
The Process

How a student goes from campus to career

Five clear stages from recruitment at your institution to a career inside the industry.

Campus Recruitment

EICOP visits HBCUs and MSIs to bring career forums and recruitment opportunities directly to students and faculty.

Build the pipeline with us.

Students, companies, donors, and alumni each have a clear next step.

Interns

HBCU and MSI students can learn how EICOP cohorts work, what paid internship access includes, and how to prepare for future opportunities.

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Get in Touch

Ready to get involved or learn more?

Whether you are a student, a company, or a donor, we want to hear from you. Reach out directly, or use the form to draft an email to EICOP.

Phone
(818) 557-0389
Email
info@eicop.org

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