{"id":62970,"date":"2025-09-18T10:26:24","date_gmt":"2025-09-18T10:26:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/opportunitiesforyouth.org\/?p=62970"},"modified":"2025-09-18T10:26:24","modified_gmt":"2025-09-18T10:26:24","slug":"applications-open-for-the-2026-david-leuschen-global-energy-fellows-program-at-columbia-university","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/opportunitiesconnect.com\/?p=62970","title":{"rendered":"Applications Open for the 2026 David Leuschen Global Energy Fellows Program at Columbia University"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"419\" data-end=\"815\">Columbia University\u2019s Center on Global Energy Policy (CGEP) has officially opened applications for the <strong data-start=\"522\" data-end=\"575\">2026 David Leuschen Global Energy Fellows Program<\/strong>. This year-long initiative is designed to cultivate the next generation of leaders in energy and climate policy by offering graduate students at Columbia University mentorship, research opportunities, and access to global energy experts.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"817\" data-end=\"1064\">The fellowship provides a unique platform for graduate students to deepen their understanding of critical energy issues, strengthen their professional skills, and engage with distinguished leaders shaping the future of energy and climate policy.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1069\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"1071\" data-end=\"1092\">Program Overview<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1158\">The <strong data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1146\">David Leuschen Global Energy Fellows Program<\/strong> seeks to:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1475\">\n<li data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1249\">\n<p data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1249\">Challenge Columbia students to think critically about pressing energy-related issues.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1327\">\n<p data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1327\">Foster meaningful engagement between graduate students and CGEP scholars.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1475\">\n<p data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1475\">Provide Columbia\u2019s brightest energy-focused graduate students with practical opportunities to build their careers in energy and climate policy.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1650\">This fellowship combines academic rigor, mentorship, and real-world applications to prepare students for impactful careers in the rapidly evolving global energy landscape.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1652\" data-end=\"1655\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"1681\">Fellowship Benefits<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1683\" data-end=\"1810\">Selected fellows will gain access to a wide range of unique opportunities and professional development activities, including:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"2621\">\n<li data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"1980\">\n<p data-start=\"1814\" data-end=\"1980\"><strong data-start=\"1814\" data-end=\"1855\">Monthly Luncheons &amp; Learning Sessions<\/strong><br data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"1858\" \/>Fellows will attend exclusive luncheons and seminars with CGEP scholars and distinguished leaders in the energy field.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1982\" data-end=\"2222\">\n<p data-start=\"1984\" data-end=\"2222\"><strong data-start=\"1984\" data-end=\"2009\">One-on-One Mentorship<\/strong><br data-start=\"2009\" data-end=\"2012\" \/>Each fellow will work closely with a senior research scholar at CGEP. These roles are compensated, with fellows serving as <strong data-start=\"2137\" data-end=\"2165\">Student Research Workers<\/strong> to gain hands-on experience in energy policy research.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2224\" data-end=\"2424\">\n<p data-start=\"2226\" data-end=\"2424\"><strong data-start=\"2226\" data-end=\"2261\">Networking &amp; Career Development<\/strong><br data-start=\"2261\" data-end=\"2264\" \/>Fellows will be invited to curated networking events, gaining exposure to leading experts, policymakers, and professionals in the energy and climate sector.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2426\" data-end=\"2621\">\n<p data-start=\"2428\" data-end=\"2621\"><strong data-start=\"2428\" data-end=\"2463\">Summer Internship Opportunities<\/strong><br data-start=\"2463\" data-end=\"2466\" \/>Access to internships in the energy and climate space provides fellows with valuable professional experience and opportunities to apply their learning.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"2623\" data-end=\"2626\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"2628\" data-end=\"2653\">Eligibility Criteria<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2655\" data-end=\"2778\">The program will accept <strong data-start=\"2679\" data-end=\"2694\">15 students<\/strong> for the 2026 cohort. To qualify, applicants must meet the following requirements:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2780\" data-end=\"3230\">\n<li data-start=\"2780\" data-end=\"2928\">\n<p data-start=\"2782\" data-end=\"2928\">Must be <strong data-start=\"2790\" data-end=\"2812\">enrolled full-time<\/strong> as a graduate student (including PhD) at <strong data-start=\"2854\" data-end=\"2877\">Columbia University<\/strong> for the duration of the 2025\u20132026 academic year.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2929\" data-end=\"2991\">\n<p data-start=\"2931\" data-end=\"2991\">Applicants\u2019 <strong data-start=\"2943\" data-end=\"2988\">graduation date must be May 2026 or later<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2992\" data-end=\"3106\">\n<p data-start=\"2994\" data-end=\"3106\">Strong academic and professional track record, with demonstrated interest in global energy and climate policy.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3107\" data-end=\"3230\">\n<p data-start=\"3109\" data-end=\"3230\">Commitment to contributing to diversity, inclusion, and interdisciplinary perspectives within the global energy system.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3232\" data-end=\"3300\">Students will be notified of their acceptance in <strong data-start=\"3281\" data-end=\"3297\">October 2025<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3302\" data-end=\"3305\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"3307\" data-end=\"3331\">Application Details<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3333\" data-end=\"3494\">Applications are open until <strong data-start=\"3361\" data-end=\"3400\">September 30, 2025, at 11:59 PM EST<\/strong>. To complete the application, students must submit the following through the online portal:<\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"3496\" data-end=\"4612\">\n<li data-start=\"3496\" data-end=\"3595\">\n<p data-start=\"3499\" data-end=\"3595\"><strong data-start=\"3499\" data-end=\"3523\">Personal Information<\/strong> \u2013 including name, contact details, UNI, and academic program details.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3596\" data-end=\"3666\">\n<p data-start=\"3599\" data-end=\"3666\"><strong data-start=\"3599\" data-end=\"3624\">Curriculum Vitae (CV)<\/strong> \u2013 uploaded in PDF, DOC, or DOCX format.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3667\" data-end=\"4171\">\n<p data-start=\"3670\" data-end=\"3892\"><strong data-start=\"3670\" data-end=\"3689\">Essay Questions<\/strong> \u2013 Applicants must thoughtfully respond to a series of essay questions that will be evaluated for academic and professional achievement, communication skills, and interest in energy and climate issues:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3896\" data-end=\"4171\">\n<li data-start=\"3896\" data-end=\"3965\">\n<p data-start=\"3898\" data-end=\"3965\">Why do you want to be a Global Energy Fellow? (Maximum 400 words)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3969\" data-end=\"4090\">\n<p data-start=\"3971\" data-end=\"4090\">What do you see as the greatest challenge facing the global energy system over the next 10 years? (Maximum 800 words)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4094\" data-end=\"4171\">\n<p data-start=\"4096\" data-end=\"4171\">What energy topics are of particular interest to you? (Maximum 400 words)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4173\" data-end=\"4481\">\n<p data-start=\"4176\" data-end=\"4264\"><strong data-start=\"4176\" data-end=\"4198\">Topics of Interest<\/strong> \u2013 Applicants must select up to three areas of focus, including:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4268\" data-end=\"4481\">\n<li data-start=\"4268\" data-end=\"4313\">\n<p data-start=\"4270\" data-end=\"4313\">Economic Security, Statecraft, and Energy<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4317\" data-end=\"4354\">\n<p data-start=\"4319\" data-end=\"4354\">Trade and Clean Energy Transition<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4358\" data-end=\"4397\">\n<p data-start=\"4360\" data-end=\"4397\">Critical Minerals and Supply Chains<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4401\" data-end=\"4426\">\n<p data-start=\"4403\" data-end=\"4426\">AI and Energy Systems<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4430\" data-end=\"4451\">\n<p data-start=\"4432\" data-end=\"4451\">Carbon Management<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4455\" data-end=\"4481\">\n<p data-start=\"4457\" data-end=\"4481\">Energy for Development<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4483\" data-end=\"4612\">\n<p data-start=\"4486\" data-end=\"4612\"><strong data-start=\"4486\" data-end=\"4501\">Attestation<\/strong> \u2013 Applicants must confirm that they will be enrolled at Columbia University for the 2025\u20132026 academic year.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr data-start=\"4614\" data-end=\"4617\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"4619\" data-end=\"4641\">Selection Process<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4643\" data-end=\"4732\">A selection committee at CGEP will review applications based on the following criteria:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4734\" data-end=\"4962\">\n<li data-start=\"4734\" data-end=\"4792\">\n<p data-start=\"4736\" data-end=\"4792\">Track record of academic and professional achievement.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4793\" data-end=\"4837\">\n<p data-start=\"4795\" data-end=\"4837\">Strong writing and communication skills.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4838\" data-end=\"4901\">\n<p data-start=\"4840\" data-end=\"4901\">Demonstrated interest in energy and climate-related issues.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4902\" data-end=\"4962\">\n<p data-start=\"4904\" data-end=\"4962\">Commitment to diversity and inclusion in energy systems.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4964\" data-end=\"5012\">Only complete applications will be considered.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"5014\" data-end=\"5017\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"5019\" data-end=\"5040\">Program Timeline<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"5042\" data-end=\"5189\">\n<li data-start=\"5042\" data-end=\"5090\">\n<p data-start=\"5044\" data-end=\"5090\"><strong data-start=\"5044\" data-end=\"5069\">Application Deadline:<\/strong> September 30, 2025<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5091\" data-end=\"5139\">\n<p data-start=\"5093\" data-end=\"5139\"><strong data-start=\"5093\" data-end=\"5124\">Notification of Acceptance:<\/strong> October 2025<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5140\" data-end=\"5189\">\n<p data-start=\"5142\" data-end=\"5189\"><strong data-start=\"5142\" data-end=\"5163\">Program Duration:<\/strong> Academic year 2025\u20132026<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"5191\" data-end=\"5194\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"5196\" data-end=\"5220\">Contact Information<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5222\" data-end=\"5302\">For questions regarding the fellowship or application process, please contact:<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5304\" data-end=\"5343\">\ud83d\udce7 <strong data-start=\"5307\" data-end=\"5341\"><a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"5309\" data-end=\"5339\">cgepenergyfellows@columbia.edu<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"5345\" data-end=\"5348\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"5350\" data-end=\"5365\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5367\" data-end=\"5844\">The <strong data-start=\"5371\" data-end=\"5424\">2026 David Leuschen Global Energy Fellows Program<\/strong> at Columbia University represents a unique opportunity for graduate students to deepen their expertise, expand their professional networks, and contribute to meaningful research at the intersection of energy and climate policy. By combining mentorship, academic rigor, and career-building opportunities, the fellowship ensures that its participants are well-positioned to become the next generation of energy leaders.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5846\" data-end=\"5959\">\ud83d\udccc <strong data-start=\"5849\" data-end=\"5874\">Application Deadline:<\/strong> September 30, 2025<\/p>\n<p><b>For more Information and Applications:<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.energypolicy.columbia.edu\/global-energy-fellows-application\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HERE<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Stay on <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/opportunitiesforyouth.org\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">opportunitiesconnect.com\/<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> for more opportunities.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Columbia University\u2019s Center on Global Energy Policy (CGEP) has officially opened applications for the 2026 David Leuschen Global Energy Fellows Program. 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