Each year the institute produces seven to fifteen of the nation's top candidates for employment opportunities in the media.

Students accepted into the program work professionally each semester of their college careers and most carry a full academic load. Students get one-on-one mentoring. They receive job interview counseling and resume preparation training. They take part in seminars with area media professionals and develop a network of media contacts. They attend an annual retreat with JIM alums who return to coach, educate and inspire the new scholars.

Upon acceptance, JIM students are eligible to apply for journalism scholarships administered by Wayne State University and receive counseling in applying for external scholarships and internships. JIM students must major in journalism and may take elective coursework in almost any area of professional communication, including advertising, broadcasting, electronic and online media, graphic arts, newspapers, magazines, photography, public relations or radio/TV production.

"The training, support and mentoring I received from JIM played a big role in my success" — Darrieth Chisolm Tarpley, owner of an Internet marketing and advertising company

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