Overview

The Fellows Program is a two-year program that empowers low-income, first-generation college students with the tools they need to graduate college, succeed in their careers, and compete at the highest level by providing one-on-one mentorship, intensive career development, robust networks, and holistic support.

Apply to become an America Needs You (ANY) Fellow.

Benefits

• In Year One, the program focuses on a foundation of professional skills, experiences, and networks, with a focus on identifying and securing an internship.
• In Year Two, Fellows take their experience to the next level and develop a long-term career plan.
• In addition to 24 Saturday Career Development workshops, Fellows also receive:
  • One-on-one mentorship and guidance
  • Internship and Transfer Support
  • Up to $1,000 in grant funding each year

“Being an ANY Fellow means a lot to me! Not only do I get to build my professional skills and gain confidence through workshops and other opportunities, nut I also get to meet other incredible human beings who are passionate about what they do in life.” Karen, Fellow

Apply

Early Consideration Deadline: December 1^st, 2022

Final Application Deadline: April 4^th, 2023

Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:

1. I am fully vaccinated against COVID-19, with the inclusion of a booster shot OR will be by the program start in July 2023.
2. Neither of my parents/guardians have a bachelor’s degree (from any country)
3. I am a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, or by the application deadline,eligible for full-time and off-campus internships, as well as paid employment opportunities in the United States
4. I am a current freshman or plan to graduate with my Bachelor’s degree in 2025 or later

• If applying in New York, you must attend a CUNY school
• If attending community college, you must intend to transfer to a 4-year school (ANY provides transfer support)

1. 
   I am in the process of obtaining my first Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree
2. I am available to attend monthly Saturday workshops starting in July
3. I am considered low-income by my state HUD (Housing and Urban Development) guidelines (see here: https://www.huduser.gov/portal/datasets/il.html#2022_)