Are you ready to apply your skills in data, operations, project management or strategy to transform public education? Whether you’re a graduate student seeking a meaningful career or a mission-driven professional looking to make an impact, the Education Pioneers (EP) Summer Fellowship offers a unique opportunity to lead change in the education sector.
Here’s why you should consider applying to be a Fellow this summer.
1. Make a Tangible, Immediate Impact
The EP Summer Fellowship is a platform for impact at leading K-12 education organizations. Whether it’s analyzing data to improve school outcomes, designing innovative programs for underserved communities, or creating strategies to enhance equity, Fellows apply their existing skills and experience to high-impact projects that make a real difference.
“The EP Fellowship has been life-changing. I’ve applied learnings from grad school to real-world situations, which has been incredibly rewarding.”
Bryann Fitzpatrick, 2024 Fellow at Making Waves Academy
2. Develop and Sharpen Key Skills
Summer Fellows engage in high-impact, time-sensitive projects that challenge them to think critically, collaborate effectively, and lead with vision.
“I dedicated my summer to building a financial model for the San Francisco Unified School District. Through different scenarios, I asked them to rethink how they allocate funds to their 112 schools, the size of their portfolio, and programming within the schools.”
Annika Wreder, 2023 Fellow at San Francisco Unified School District
During the Fellowship, you’ll also participate in Alumni-led communities of practice, professional development workshops, and networking opportunities, ensuring you leave the program with skills that are transferable to any leadership role.
3. Expand Your Professional Network
EP Fellows join a robust network of more than 4,700 Alumni who are leaders in education, government, and nonprofit sectors. This network offers mentorship, career opportunities, and ongoing support as you continue your journey in education.
4. Gain Exposure to Meaningful Careers in Education
The EP Summer Fellowship serves as both an on-ramp to a meaningful career in education and a front-row seat to the transformative work happening across the sector, outside of the classroom. Whether you’re an experienced professional looking to pivot into education or a graduate student eager to expand your impact, the Fellowship offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the issues, policies, and systems shaping the future of education today.
“I’m certain that I would not still be working in education if not for EP. Now, over a decade after my Fellowship, I collaborate with EP Alums in every sector of education.”
Saumil Shah (2009), Chief Information & Operations Officer, KIPP DC
5. Be a Catalyst for Equity
At its core, the EP Fellowship is about disrupting inequity in education. Fellows learn how to apply their expertise to address systemic barriers and create more equitable opportunities for students, families, and educators through their work with their placement organizations and through professional development led by EP and Alumni mentors.
“EP [was] instrumental in my leadership identity and growth…I can attest to the power of an experience that pushes you to examine why leadership in public education is a REQUIREMENT not an OPTION. Our children and families need pivotal leaders at all levels across all aspects of the sector to steer education to its North Star.”
Tamira Samuel (2015), Co-Executive Director, Urban Leaders Fellowship
The 2025 EP Summer Fellowship is much more than a placement opportunity—it’s a call to action for leaders who want to drive change in public education. Applications are now open, and we’re looking for mission-driven professionals ready to make an impact.
How to Apply
To learn more via an informational call with a recruiter and start your application, visit our website. The Final Round application deadline is February 11, 2025.
Take the leap, and join a community of changemakers dedicated to shaping the future of education. The journey starts here.
