Bretton Woods 2.0 Fellowship

The Atlantic Council’s GeoEconomics Center invites applications for the Bretton Woods 2.0 Fellowship, a competitive eight-month program (August–April 2026) designed to cultivate the next generation of global economic leaders.

🏛️ About the Fellowship

Building on the legacy of the original Bretton Woods system and responding to the complex demands of the 21st-century global economy, the Fellowship supports talented individuals committed to rethinking the foundations of global economic governance, capitalism, and international cooperation.

Opportunity Details

• Date Published: July 03, 2025
• Application Deadline: July 31, 2025
• Category: Fellowship
• Opportunity Location: United States

🌟 Program Highlights

• Masterclasses & Dialogue: Fellows meet virtually around once a month for expert-led masterclasses, interactive leadership training, and peer exchange.
• Research & Publication: Fellows are expected to produce a substantive issue brief or report, addressing challenges or proposing solutions for the Bretton Woods Institutions (IMF, World Bank).
• Mentorship & Exposure: Fellows receive tailored mentorship from Atlantic Council Senior Fellows and present their ideas at a virtual showcase, with the final projects presented during the 2026 IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings.

📅 Timeline

• August 2025 – February 2026: Fellowship programming and report development.
• March – April 2026: Reports publication and in-person presentation during the IMF-WB 2026 Spring Meetings.

🎯 Expectations

Fellows are expected to:

• Attend all virtual meetings (~1/month, 2 hours each).
• Travel internationally for an in-person final presentation in April (travel and accommodation covered).
• Deliver a high-quality policy brief/report with editorial and expert guidance.

💰 Benefits

• $3,000 honorarium.
• Travel coverage for in-person presentation in April 2026.
• Publishing opportunity and visibility at global policy events.
• Exclusive access to Atlantic Council networks and thought leaders.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Have demonstrated expertise or academic background in international economics, public policy, fintech, or governance.
• Have at least 5 years of experience or research engagement in global economic affairs.
• Exhibit strong analytical and writing skills.
• Commit ~5–7 hours/week for 8 months.
• Be passionate about reimagining the global economic order.

📝 Application Process

Applicants should submit:

• Resume or CV.
• Writing sample related to international economics, governance, or macro-critical issues.
• Any additional supporting documents.
• Responses to the following questions:
  1. Challenge Analysis (400 words): What are the most pressing challenges facing the Bretton Woods Institutions over the coming decades, and where have they fallen short?
  2. Collaboration Experience (300 words): Describe a past experience where you successfully collaborated with a diverse team on a complex project.

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📅 Application Deadline

31 July, 2025

For more details, visit the Atlantic Council GeoEconomics Center Bretton Woods 2.0 Fellowship page.

• $3,000 honorarium
• Travel coverage for in-person presentation in April 2026
• Publishing opportunity and visibility at global policy events
• Exclusive access to Atlantic Council networks and thought leaders