Roger Arliner Young (RAY) Fellowship Program 2025-2027
- Omran Aburayya
- Mar 17
- 2 min read
If you're a recent college graduate passionate about conservation and clean energy, the Roger Arliner Young (RAY) Fellowship Program in the USA is now accepting applications for its 2025-2027 cycle. This esteemed two-year fellowship offers emerging leaders from underrepresented backgrounds the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and leadership development in the environmental sector..
RAY Fellowship Program Summary
Location: United States
Host Institutions: Various conservation and clean energy organizations
Academic Level: Post-baccalaureate (recent graduates)
Target Group: Emerging leaders from underrepresented backgrounds
Fields of Focus: Conservation, energy efficiency, renewable energy
Value & Funding: Competitive salary + other allowances
Duration: Two years
Application Deadline: March 31, 2025, at 11:59 PM PT
Start Date: To be determined upon selection
Eligibility: Applicants must be able to work in the United States for the entire fellowship duration
Roger Arliner Young (RAY) Fellowship Program Overview
The RAY Fellowship Program aims to diversify the conservation and clean energy sectors by providing fellows with:
Hands-on Experience: Engage in meaningful projects within host organizations to develop practical skills.
Mentorship: Receive guidance from experienced professionals to navigate career paths.
Leadership Development: Participate in training sessions to build leadership capabilities.
Fellowship Benefits and Financial Arrangements
Full-time paid position with competitive entry-level salary
$1,000 professional development stipend
Comprehensive benefits package
Professional Development: Access to a $1,000 stipend for workshops, conferences, or courses.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with a community of professionals and peers in the environmental sector.
Comprehensive Support: Benefit from resources provided by the Environmental Leadership Program (ELP) and partner organizations.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Background: Graduated with an undergraduate degree after May 2022.
Passion for the Field: Demonstrated interest in conservation and/or clean energy.
Commitment to Equity: A dedication to environmental justice, racial justice, and social change.
Professional Experience: No prior full-time employment in conservation or clean energy sectors.
Work Authorization: Ability to work in the United States for the full duration of the fellowship. Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients are encouraged to apply.
Application Procedure
1. Complete the Application Form:
2. Submit Required Documents:
Proof of enrollment or recent graduation.
Updated resume.
3. Respond to Application Questions:
Personal Experience & Leadership: Describe lived experiences that have prepared you for a career in conservation and clean energy (500-word limit).
Future Vision: Envision the world seven generations from now after resolving current environmental challenges. Explain how you contributed to these solutions and how the RAY Fellowship supported your journey. This prompt can be answered through various mediums, such as essays, videos, or artwork.
4. Submit Application:
Ensure all materials are submitted by March 31, 2025, at 11:59 PM PT.
🗓️ Selection Process & Key dates
Phone Screenings: Begin on April 4, 2025.
Interviews: Start on April 22, 2025.
Final Decisions: Notifications to selected finalists will be made by early June 2025.
ℹ️ For more information and to apply, visit the official RAY Fellowship Program website.
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