Apply to CEPS Climate Leadership Programme
FELLOWSHIP ALERT: CLIMATE LEADERSHIP PROGRAMME 2026/2027.
The Centre for European Policy Studies (CEPS), with the support of the Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung European Union | Global Dialogue, is inviting applications from young climate leaders worldwide for the prestigious Climate Leadership Programme 2026/2027.
Eight (8) young climate leaders will be selected to participate in an intensive hybrid program featuring online masterclasses, practical skills training, and a fully funded immersive week in Brussels, Belgium.
PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
Online Phase: December 2026 – February 2027
Mandatory masterclasses covering EU Climate Governance, Climate Diplomacy, Policy Writing, and Communication Skills.
Brussels Phase: 28th February – 6th March 2027
First-hand exposure to European policymaking, side events hosted by Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung, and attendance at the CEPS Ideas Lab (4–5 March 2027).
PROGRAMME BENEFITS
Fully Funded Travel: Round-trip travel, visa fees, and accommodation costs for the Brussels week are covered.
Professional Exposure: Direct engagement with international climate leaders, European policymakers, and global peers.
Capacity Building: Practical, hands-on training in policy writing, climate diplomacy, and strategic communication.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
Age: 20 to 30 years old.
Experience: Actively engaged in climate policy, advocacy, or entrepreneurship within their community or country.
Project/Initiative: Possess a specific climate-related project (e.g., policy proposal, advocacy campaign, or green business venture).
Languages: Good command of English.
Availability: Fully available for both the online module (Dec 2026 – Feb 2027) and the in-person Brussels week (28 Feb – 6 Mar 2027).
Target Region Priority:
Applications are open globally, with particular encouragement for candidates from Nigeria, South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Senegal, Tunisia, Morocco, Brazil, India, Chile, Mexico, Ukraine, Turkey, Colombia, South Korea, Thailand, and other designated partner countries.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS & APPLICATION PROCESS
Complete the application questionnaire on the official CEPS portal.
Prepare your CV and Reference Letter in English.
Submit your CV and Reference Letter via email:
Email Address: internship.erc@ceps.eu
Subject Line: Climate Leadership Programme – [Your Full Name]
KEY DATES
EventDate
Application Deadline 10th November 2026 (23:59 CET)
Notification of Results By the end of November 2026
Online Phase December 2026 – February 2027
Brussels In-Person Week 28th February – 6th March 2027
CEPS Ideas Lab4th – 5th March 2027
ENQUIRIES
For further details regarding the application process, contact Elena Mingarelli at elena.mingarelli@ceps.eu.
