Opportunity for Minorities in the Media
In 1989, community activist Emma L. Bowen launched The Foundation for Minority Interests in Media with Dr. Everett C. Parker to prepare minority youth for careers in media. Unlike traditional internships, students work for partner companies during summers and school breaks for five consecutive years.
This unique multi-year program prepares a diverse group of talented young professionals to enter the workforce with specific job-related skills, knowledge of the corporate environment, and a strong foundation for future advancement. Comcast is proud to be a part of it.
Realizing Emma's Dream
Born in Spartanburg, SC, Emma Bowen grew up with dreams of making a change. She pursued her degree at the City College of New York and received her master’s degree in sociology from Fordham University. Though busy as a single mother to three girls, she served as Executive Secretary of the New York City Mental Health, Retardation and Alcoholism Services. In 1971, she helped form the organization Black Citizens for a Fair Media (BCFM), which confronted broadcast companies on the issue of hiring more African-Americans. Comcast is proud to share Bowen's vision of all minority youth having the opportunity to pursue a career in media.
Comcast Makes Dreams Come True
Comcast has supported the Emma L. Bowen Foundation since 2004, giving interns the opportunity to pursue their interest in media and communications. Comcast has provided 87 students across the nation with Emma Bowen Foundation internships and awarded more than $134,700 in scholarships.
Application Process
The Emma L. Bowen Foundation for Minority Interests in Media work/study program is open to all minority students with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better and an interest in the media industry. Students interested in applying for an Emma L. Bowen internship should visit http://www.emmabowenfoundation.com/ to learn more about the program and to complete a work/study application.
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