You are the new face of finance.
We transform the finance sector by opening doors for brilliant and under-resourced young people to access life-changing careers.
Kira Mahoney, 2025 Fellow
You are the new face of finance.
We transform the finance sector by opening doors for brilliant and under-resourced young people to access life-changing careers.
ATLAS brings together brilliant young people and financial institutions ripe for new talent. We provide the financial and professional support to unleash the full potential of talented, under-resourced students. And we equip the finance industry to employ and retain a new generation of leaders.
Your drive, ATLAS resources
You have the ambition, talent, and work ethic to succeed in the highly competitive world of finance, but too often that is not enough. As an ATLAS Fellow, you will receive the financial support, professional networks, and caring mentorship necessary to maximize your talents and fulfill your ambitions. Together, we will change the face of finance.
SCHOLARSHIP
Up to $20,000 a year in financial aid for college
INTERNSHIP
Up to 4 years of paid, full-time, intensive summer internships at world-renowned financial institutions
Mentorship
Guidance and support from dedicated, trained, individually-matched professional mentors
Membership
Lifetime membership to a community of ATLAS Fellows
Removing barriers so you can succeed
We know getting to and through college isn’t easy. ATLAS addresses the four main barriers to a successful college journey: finances, real-world experiences, professional guidance, and community. ATLAS works side-by-side with you throughout your college experience to help you turn your aspirations into a reality.
Christian Cornejo, 2021 Fellow
Are you an ATLAS Fellow?
We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to apply, especially those who:
- Have a sincere interest in a career in the financial industry
- Demonstrate high academic ability, particularly in STEM subjects
- Possess excellent leadership abilities, intellectual curiosity, and maturity
- Desire to be part of a community of like-minded, supportive, and committed Fellows
- Are high school seniors living in Chicago, IL, New York City, NY, or surrounding metropolitan areas within reasonable commuting distance.
Applications will open on January 5th, 2026, and will be accessible via our website.
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