The Green Leaders Fellowship facilitates meaningful partnerships between Texas environmental nonprofits and leaders (that’s you!) in the Green Workforce. Through networking, leadership development, and cohort-style learning opportunities, the Fellowship program will propel you into the next phase of your green career journey.
Upcoming information session on Wednesday, August 28th from 10am - 11am
Program Benefits
Paid Work Experience
Complete projects with tangible deliverables that showcase your skills and experience. Boost your resume and get paid a thriving wage.
Networking Opportunities
Connect with industry leaders from the environmental space, and get access to a network of potential mentors and connections.
Professional Development
Participate in a variety of workshops including professional communications, project management, and presentation delivery.
Cohort Learning
Make friends and valuable connections with cohort members; fostering community and group learning that will last a lifetime.
The Green Leaders Fellowship program strives to provide capacity relief for environmental nonprofits.
EarthShare Texas proposes a nuanced solution that addresses Green Workforce constraints while building the green leadership pipeline. The goal of the Green Leaders Fellowship is to foster a vibrant and diverse Green Workforce that will lead Texas in sustainable development, creating a positive impact in our communities and throughout our state. Nonprofits are encouraged to apply with a specific and impactful project that fellows can complete during their time as a Green Leaders Fellow.
The EarthShare Texas Green Leaders Fellowship was born from the City of Austin’s Green Workforce Accelerator, and continues to be inspired by successful partner programs.
Spring 2025 Fellowship Timeline
Join our upcoming information session on Wednesday, August 28th from 10-11am.
Examples of
Past Projects
Project Stats
After our first cohort in 2024
60
fellows extended their time with nonprofit hosts
40
fellows went on to receive full-time jobs in their fields
100
of participants reported being likely to recommend the program to a friend
Fellowship Application
Application Opens August 2024
Here’s what you need to know–
The Green Leaders Fellowship is an equity-centered program that seeks to provide capacity support to EarthShare Texas’ nonprofit members by connecting them with skilled professionals such as yourself. When you apply to the EarthShare Texas Green Leaders Fellowship, you apply to manage and execute specific projects submitted by our nonprofit members.
