In response to a growing need for student experiential learning opportunities in energy, URI Cooperative Extension created the Energy Fellows Program in 2008 to enhance the undergraduate and graduate student learning experience. To date, the program has seen over 100 students complete program requirements, with over 70 student securing an energy job within one year of graduation. In addition to providing real-world experiential opportunities for students, the Energy Fellows Program serves as the premier talent pipeline for energy companies and organizations interested in entry- to mid-level professionals. Each year, the program recruits top energy companies and organizations to mentor URI Energy Fellows, and many of the mentors go on to hire students. See a listing of past and current URI Energy Fellows Program mentors in the box at right.
An average of 600 paid internship hours with a company or organization on an energy related project, over the course of a full calendar year;
Immersion in high level industry-led topical energy trainings; and
Professional development modules, leadership training and industry-specific networking opportunities led by URI faculty and staff.
Eligibility: First-year Undergraduate (Freshman), Second-year Undergraduate (Sophomore), Third-year Undergraduate (Junior), Fourth-year Undergraduate (Senior)
Minimum GPA: N/A
Deadline month: November
Program Website