David Leuschen Global Energy Fellows Application 2026

The David Leuschen Global Energy Fellows Program is now accepting applications for the 2026 cohort. This prestigious year-long program is designed to foster critical thinking, professional development, and career-building opportunities in the energy sector.

📖 About the Program

The David Leuschen Global Energy Fellows Program is hosted by the Center on Global Energy Policy (CGEP) at Columbia University. It aims to:

• Challenge students to think critically about energy-related issues.
• Facilitate engagement between Columbia students and CGEP experts.
• Provide Columbia’s brightest energy-focused graduate students with opportunities to build a career in energy.

Opportunity Details:

• Date Published: September 20, 2025
• Application Deadline: September 30, 2025
• Category: Postgraduate, Masters, PhD, Internship, Training
• Location: United States
• Sponsor Organization: Center on Global Energy Policy

🎁 Benefits of the Program

Selected fellows will gain access to a wide range of unique opportunities and professional development activities, including:

1. Monthly Luncheons & Learning Sessions

Fellows will attend exclusive luncheons and seminars with CGEP scholars and distinguished leaders in the energy field.

2. One-on-One Mentorship

Each fellow will work closely with a senior research scholar at CGEP. These roles are compensated, with fellows serving as Student Research Workers to gain hands-on experience in energy policy research.

3. Networking & Career Development

Fellows will be invited to curated networking events, gaining exposure to leading experts, policymakers, and professionals in the energy and climate sector.

4. Summer Internship Opportunities

Fellows will have access to internships in the energy and climate space, providing valuable professional experience and opportunities to apply their learning.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

The program will accept 15 students this year. To be eligible, applicants must:

• Be enrolled as a full-time graduate student (including PhD) at Columbia University for the duration of the program, with a graduation date of May 2026 or later.
• Have a strong academic and professional track record, with demonstrated interest in global energy and climate policy.
• Show a commitment to contributing to diversity, inclusion, and interdisciplinary perspectives within the global energy system.

Note: Students will be notified of their acceptance in October 2025.

📅 Application Date and Process

• Application Deadline: September 30, 2025
• To apply, visit the David Leuschen Global Energy Fellows Application Portal.

🌐 Additional Information

For more details, visit the David Leuschen Global Energy Fellows Program.

If you are passionate about global energy and climate policy and meet the eligibility criteria, don’t miss this opportunity to advance your career in the energy sector!

• Monthly Luncheons & Learning Sessions: Fellows will attend exclusive luncheons and seminars with CGEP scholars and distinguished leaders in the energy field.
• One-on-One Mentorship: Each Fellow will work closely with a senior research scholar at CGEP. These roles are compensated, with fellows serving as Student Research Workers to gain hands-on experience in energy policy research.
• Networking & Career Development: Fellows will be invited to curated networking events, gaining exposure to leading experts, policymakers, and professionals in the energy and climate sector.
• Summer Internship Opportunities: Access to internships in the energy and climate space provides fellows with valuable professional experience and opportunities to apply their learning.