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Deadline April 26, 2026
The Women in Energy Fellowship supports professionals currently working in the energy sector who are seeking to advance their careers and expand their knowledge and understanding of the energy sector. Fellows will participate in a cohort-based program designed to foster professional growth, expand industry networks, and build leadership skills.
Fellowship sessions will be held monthly, in person at Columbia University
Friday, June 26th, 2026 9 – 5pm
Friday, July 17th, 2026, 9 – 5pm
Friday, August 14th, 2026, 9 – 5pm
Friday, September 11th, 2026 9 – 5pm
Women in Energy envisions a world with equal gender representation at every level within the energy sector. Everyone is welcome to participate in Women in Energy, irrespective of sex, as our programming seeks to advance that vision.
The ideal candidate is an early-career energy professional with 3–8 years of experience working in the energy sector. Applicants must be current, full-time employees in the sector and demonstrate a strong interest in continuing their careers in energy.
Strong candidates intend to remain in the energy sector and aspire to advance into leadership roles over time.
Fellows must be able to attend all scheduled sessions in person at the Center on Global Energy Policy office in New York City.
Application Deadline: April 26, 2026
Notification of Acceptance: By May 29, 2026
Session I: June 26, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Columbia University Center on Global Energy Policy
1255 Amsterdam Ave, Floor 1
New York, NY 10027
Session II: July 17, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Columbia University Center on Global Energy Policy
1255 Amsterdam Ave, Floor 1
New York, NY 10027
Session III: August 14, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Columbia University Center on Global Energy Policy
1255 Amsterdam Ave, Floor 1
New York, NY 10027
Session IV: September 11, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Columbia University Center on Global Energy Policy
1255 Amsterdam Ave, Floor 1
New York, NY 10027
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Climate Finance Consultant, Inter-American Development Bank
Senior Specialist, EV Strategy, Con Edison
Special Assistant to the CEO & Chair of NYS Public Service Commission
Account Manager, Willdan
Project Manager, Clean Energy Origination, Walmart
Senior Manager, Programs and Member Services, Center for Energy Workforce Development
Mechanical Engineer, Hatfield Group
Senior Associate, Building Energy Exchange
Project Finance Associate, Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
Senior Legal Researcher, Columbia Center on Sustainable Investment
Energy & Sustainability Strategic Communications Associate, FGS Global
Senior Associate, BlackRock
Chief of Staff, Mercor
Consultant, Boston Consulting Group
Public Policy & Federal Funding Lead, Baker Hughes
Global Corporate Banking Renewable Energy Analyst, JPMorganChase
Assistant Vice President, Government & Community Relations, New York City Economic Development Corporation
Associate, RMI
Research Associate, The Energy for Growth Hub
The program will take place in-person at the Center on Global Energy Policy, Columbia University in New York City (1255 Amsterdam Ave Floor 1, New York, NY 10027).
There will be four, all-day, in-person sessions beginning at 9 am and ending at 5 pm on:
Friday, June 26th
Friday, July 17th
Friday, August 14th
Friday, September 11th
Yes, but you are required to attend all four in-person sessions at the Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia University’s campus in New York City (1255 Amsterdam Ave, Floor 1, New York, NY 10027). In previous cohorts, roughly a quarter of the fellows came from Washington, D.C.
No, all fellows are required to arrive at the Center for Global Energy Policy on their own accord.
Maybe. This fellowship is exclusively for individuals who are working full-time in the energy sector. If you are a student who also works full-time in the energy sector, then you qualify. If you are only working part-time or not at all, then no, you are not eligible.
At this time, the fellowship prioritizes professionals who are currently working in the energy sector, so applicants must be employed in the sector to be eligible.
If you are seeking a role in energy, Women in Energy offers several resources to support your search, including our job board, events, and career resources. You are also welcome to contact Women in Energy ([email protected]) for additional guidance and support.
There is currently no cost to participate in the Women in Energy Fellowship.
Women in Energy and all of its programming—including the Fellowship—are 100% philanthropically funded. If you would like to support this work, you can make a donation here (link) or contact [email protected] to learn more about opportunities to financially support the initiative.
No. The fellowship welcomes professionals from across the energy sector, including traditional and emerging energy and sustainability fields. The program is designed to bring together participants with diverse professional perspectives.
20 – 24 people will be selected in each cohort of the Women in Energy Fellowship to ensure a highly interactive and supportive learning environment.
Past fellows have come from a wide range of roles across the energy sector, including policy, finance, consulting, utilities, clean energy development, government, and nonprofits. The program is designed for professionals who are early in their careers but already working in the energy industry.
The program will feature interactive sessions focused on key professional skills, including public speaking, confidence-building, conflict management, and leadership development.
Each session will also include engagement with researchers from the Center on Global Energy Policy and experts from across the energy sector, who will help fellows deepen their understanding of critical industry topics such as energy finance, offshore wind, LNG, and other emerging energy issues.
Skill development sessions will be led by Women in Energy’s Program Director, who will guide fellows through interactive workshops focused on leadership and professional growth.
Sessions focused on energy-sector knowledge will be facilitated by researchers and staff from Columbia University’s Center on Global Energy Policy, alongside private-sector energy professionals who will share expertise and insights on key industry topics.
Yes, breakfast and lunch will be provided at each session.
Fellows are required to attend four full-day, in-person sessions from 9:00 AM–5:00 PM on the scheduled program dates.
Outside of the sessions, fellows will also be expected to:
Women represent roughly a quarter of the energy workforce, yet they hold only about 17% of senior leadership roles in the sector. Many talented women do not reach the C-suite, and others leave the industry before reaching leadership positions.
The Women in Energy Fellowship is designed to help address this gap by advancing women in the energy sector. Through the program, fellows will gain practical leadership skills, deeper knowledge of key energy issues, and access to a strong professional network of peers, mentors, and industry leaders—helping position them to grow their careers and ultimately become leaders in the energy sector.
Insights from the first two cohorts of the Women in Energy Fellowship show strong career impact and continued engagement in the energy sector.
Participants consistently highlight several ways the fellowship has impacted their careers, including:
Great! You can donate here or reach out to [email protected].
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Yes. Fellowship alumni remain part of the Women in Energy community and will have opportunities to participate in future events, connect with new cohorts, and stay engaged with the program’s growing network of energy professionals.
We encourage you to read through the FAQs carefully first. If your question is still not answered, please contact [email protected]
Deadline April 26, 2026