Effie Lions Foundation Voices of the Future Global Fellowship 2027
The Effie Lions Foundation invites final-year students worldwide to apply for its Voices of the Future Fellowship. This free, eight-month program builds marketing careers through mentorship and a real-world brief. Fellows also attend the 2027 Cannes LIONS Festival in France. Applications close on 22 November 2026.
Program Snapshot
- Host Organization: Effie Lions Foundation
- Funding: Free participation and a fully paid trip to Cannes LIONS 2027
- Duration: Eight months, February to September 2027
- Format: Virtual program, plus in-person attendance at Cannes LIONS, France
- Eligibility: Undergraduate and postgraduate students graduating in 2027
- Deadline: 22 November 2026, 6:00 PM EST
Focus Areas
- Marketing and strategy
- Creativity and leadership
- Artificial intelligence skills
- Marketing effectiveness
About the Fellowship
The foundation created the program to fill the gap between education and professional work. Fellows learn by doing, guided by industry leaders. They tackle a real-world marketing challenge using the Effie Effectiveness in Marketing Framework. They also receive one-to-one mentorship and join a global cohort. Fellows commit to these activities:
- About four hours of learning each week
- Regular virtual meetings
- At least four mentor meetings
- In-person attendance at Cannes LIONS
What Fellows Receive
- Training in marketing, strategy, creativity, leadership, and AI
- One-to-one mentorship
- A fully paid trip to the Cannes LIONS Festival
- A close-knit global peer network
- Access to networks for work placements and jobs
- Participation carries no cost.
Who Can Apply
Applicants must meet these requirements:
- Be in their final year of full-time study at a registered post-secondary institution
- Be interested in a marketing career
- Show curiosity and a growth mindset
- Communicate confidently in English
- Be 18 or older by 1 March 2027
- Prior work or internship experience is not required.
Required Materials
- Completed online application form
- Three-minute video
- Letter of recommendation
- Proof of academic enrollment
- Full CV or resume
The application takes about three to five hours.
How to Apply
Submit your application online before the deadline. The foundation will review applications in December 2026 and January 2027. It will notify fellows on 5 February 2027.
Click Here to Apply
Conclusion
This fellowship gives final-year students mentorship, practical experience, and a trip to Cannes. Eligible students should set aside a few hours and apply before 22 November 2026.
