Hello,
We’re thrilled to announce that applications are now open for our two summer diversity pathway programs at the Yale School of the Environment! Please share this opportunity with any students who may be interested. Both programs offer paid summer experiences designed to support the next generation of environmental leaders.
🌿 Environmental Fellows Program (EFP)
The Environmental Fellows Program is a 12-week paid summer fellowship for master’s and doctoral students from historically underrepresented groups in the environmental field. EFP fellows gain hands-on experience with leading environmental nonprofits, philanthropic organizations, and government agencies across the United States, building professional networks and leadership skills to advance equity in the environmental sector.
🌎 Yale Conservation Scholars – Early Leadership Initiative (YCS-ELI)
The Yale Conservation Scholars – Early Leadership Initiative is a paid summer program for undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds, with a focus on those historically excluded from environmental institutions. Scholars are placed in environmental internships primarily across the Northeast U.S. (CT, NY, MA, DC), with expanding sites in Michigan, Virginia, and beyond!
📅 Key Dates
Priority Deadline: Monday, December 1, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. EST (priority review for early applicants)
Final Deadline: Sunday, January 4, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EST
We welcome applications from candidates of all identities and backgrounds.
💻 Virtual Informational Sessions
· Friday, November 7 at 12 PM ET / 9 AM PT
Zoom – Register Here
· Thursday, December 4 at 5 PM ET / 2 PM PT
Applicant Q&A (link provided to those with a draft submission)
📩 Questions?
· Undergraduate applicants: YCS-ELI@yale.edu
· Graduate applicants: EFP@yale.edu
Thank you for helping us spread the word about these exciting opportunities!
Warm regards,
Te’Yah Wright
Program Manager, Yale Conservation Scholars – Early Leadership Initiative (YCS-ELI)
Nisreen Abo-Sido
Program Manager, Environmental Fellows Program (EFP)
