Apply to CEPS Climate Leadership Programme

FELLOWSHIP ALERT: CLIMATE LEADERSHIP PROGRAMME 2026/2027

The Centre for European Policy Studies (CEPS), with the support of the Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung European Union | Global Dialogue, invites applications from young climate leaders worldwide for its Climate Leadership Programme.

The programme will select eight young climate leaders to participate in online masterclasses, practical skills training and an immersive week in Brussels, Belgium.

Participants will deepen their understanding of EU climate policymaking, develop leadership and communication skills, connect with climate leaders worldwide and engage directly with the European policy community.

WHO CAN APPLY?

Applicants must:

• Be between 20 and 30 years old.
• Have a strong interest in climate action.
• Already be involved in climate policy, advocacy or entrepreneurship in their communities or countries.
• Have a specific initiative, such as a policy proposal, advocacy campaign or climate-related business venture.
• Have a good command of English.
• Be available for the online programme from December 2026 to February 2027.
• Be available to participate in the Brussels programme from 28 February to 6 March 2027.

ELIGIBLE COUNTRIES

Applications are open worldwide, with particular interest in candidates from:

Albania | Bolivia | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Brazil | Cambodia | Central American countries | Chile | China | Colombia | Georgia | India | Iraq | Israel | Kenya | Kosovo | Lebanon | Mexico | Montenegro | Morocco | Nigeria | North Macedonia | Palestine | Peru | Senegal | Serbia | South Africa | South Korea | Syria | Tanzania | Thailand | Tunisia | Turkey | Uganda | Ukraine.

The programme aims to select a gender-balanced group with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

1. Online Programme (December 2026 – February 2027)

Participants will attend online masterclasses and skills training covering:

• EU Climate Governance
• Climate Diplomacy
• Policy Writing
• Communication Skills

Attendance is mandatory. Only participants who successfully complete this phase will proceed to the Brussels programme.

2. Brussels Programme (28 February – 6 March 2027)

Selected participants will spend a week in Brussels, gaining practical exposure to EU policymaking and participating in CEPS Ideas Lab on 4–5 March 2027.

The programme will also include a complementary side programme organised by Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung.

PROGRAMME BENEFITS

• Opportunity to engage with international climate leaders and policymakers.
• Practical training in climate policy, diplomacy and communication.
• First-hand exposure to the European policy environment.
• Participation in CEPS Ideas Lab 2027.
• Travel, visa and accommodation costs for the Brussels week will be covered by the programme.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants are required to submit:

1. A CV.
2. A Reference Letter.
3. A completed written application questionnaire.

Applicants should complete the application questionnaire through the official application page and send their CV and reference letter in English to:

Email: internship.erc@ceps.eu

Email Subject: Climate Leadership Programme – [Full Name]

 Application Details

KEY DATES

• Application Opens: 29th October 2026
• Application Deadline: 10th November 2026, 23:59 CET
• Successful Applicants Notified: By the end of November 2026
• Online Programme: December 2026 – February 2027
• Brussels Programme: 28th February – 6th March 2027
• CEPS Ideas Lab: 4th – 5th March 2027

IMPORTANT: Only complete applications will be considered. Successful applicants will be notified by the end of November 2026.

FURTHER ENQUIRIES:
Elena Mingarelli
elena.mingarelli@ceps.eu

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 10TH NOVEMBER 2026