Graduate in the Top 3–5% Before You Ever Apply to a Job.
Most students graduate with a degree. Very few graduate with an edge. The Leaders Council is where that edge is built — through real experience, AI fluency, and a network that opens doors before graduation.
Applicants competing for a single entry-level role
Most resumes never reach a human.
Of entry-level tasks at high risk of AI displacement
The jobs your degree prepared you for are disappearing.
Where hiring decisions actually happen
Credentials alone won't get you there.
This Is Not a Typical
Student Ambassador
Program.
The ElevateU Future Leaders Council is a selective national group of high-potential students who are building real-world experience, developing AI fluency, and positioning themselves for career success — before they ever apply to a single job.
Members are chosen for their ambition, not their GPA. This is for students who understand that the old playbook is broken — and are ready to write a new one.
Six Reasons This Changes
Everything.
Elite Career & Leadership Training
Access live training and mentorship modeled after Fortune-500 professional development — focused on positioning, communication, and career strategy.
Real-World Proof of Work
We guide you in building a portfolio of projects, ideas, and work that shows how you think, what you can do, and demonstrates your proof of value to any employer.
Top-Tier Positioning & Visibility
Earn a recognized leadership title that signals initiative, credibility, and distinction. Get featured on the ElevateU website, highlighted on LinkedIn, and invited as a guest on the ElevateU podcast (select students).
National Network of High Performers
Connect with a curated group of driven, like-minded students across top schools and programs nationwide.
Access to Industry Leaders
Gain direct exposure to professionals and executives across business, media & entertainment, and marketing & innovation.
Recommendations & Referrals
Upon successful participation, receive a personalized letter of recommendation and referrals or introductions where appropriate.
Your Role as a Council Member
This is a leadership opportunity, not passive participation.
Lead One Initiative
Organize or support one ElevateU event, workshop, or collaboration on campus or within a student organization.
Expand Impact
Share ElevateU opportunities with peers who would benefit from gaining a competitive edge in today's job market.
Represent Your Campus Voice
Provide insight into what students are experiencing and struggling with — helping shape the future of the program.
Time Commitment
Approximately 1.5–2 hours per month. Designed to be high-impact without overwhelming your schedule.
Three Levels. One Direction.
Each role has a clear purpose. 1.5–2 hours per month, maximum.
The first cohort. Highest access and direct collaboration with ElevateU. Founding Fellows help shape the future.
A leadership role with real visibility. The point of contact at their university — deeper involvement, stronger recognition.
Full access to the ElevateU community, training, and network. For many students, more than enough to create a real career edge.
We're Looking for Specific Students.
This Is For You If…
This Is NOT For You If…
Built by Someone Who
Knows the Gap.
Elan Divon is a Harvard-trained author, keynote speaker, and Founder & CEO of ElevateU — one of North America’s leading platforms for student and young professional development.
As former Director of Career Development at Chapman University, Elan had a front row seat to a troubling pattern: talented, driven students graduating with prestigious degrees, but many without jobs. That gap became his mission.
Over the years, Elan has delivered leadership and professional development programs to high-potential talent at Fortune 500 companies including Nike, Intel, and Uber, and has spoken at universities across North America. In 2017, he launched a social venture on the NASDAQ, earned the endorsement of leaders such as NBA Board Chairman Larry Tanenbaum, and has helped thousands of students and young professionals land competitive roles, lead teams, and multiply their impact.
The Leaders Council is the culmination of that work — a carefully designed program built to give the next generation the strategic edge the system was never designed to offer.
Ready to Get Ahead?
Spots are limited for the Founding Fellows cohort. Takes five minutes.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE — MAY 31, 2026
Founding Fellows cohort — limited spots nationally