The Mercedes-Benz Fellowship (beVisioneers) 2026 | Call for Applications

Applications are open for beVisioneers: The Mercedes-Benz Fellowship 2026. This two-year program builds young leaders’ environmental project skills worldwide. Mercedes-Benz funds the fellowship through The DO School Fellowships. Fellows launch and scale real sustainability ventures over two years.

Program Snapshot

• Host Organization: The DO School Fellowships, funded by Mercedes-Benz
• Funding: Up to €15,000 in project scholarships, plus a cost-of-living stipend
• Duration: 2 years; 12-month intensive, then an Acceleration Year
• Eligibility: Ages 18 to 28, residents of specific eligible countries
• Time Commitment: Minimum 24 hours monthly during Year 1
• Application Deadline: 31 January 2027

Focus Areas

• Environmental innovation and sustainability project design
• Venture coaching and market-tested prototyping
• Global summits and international networking
• Scaling ventures into lasting environmental impact

About the Fellowship

beVisioneers has trained thousands of young environmental leaders since 2023. Fellows access online training, local hub gatherings, and regional summits. Mentorship deepens significantly heading into the second Acceleration Year. The programme builds lasting networks well beyond the fellowship’s end.

What Fellows Receive

Fellows access innovation training, mentoring, and dedicated venture coaches. Year one ends with eligibility for up to €15,000 in scholarships. Year two adds a cost-of-living stipend alongside continued project funding. International travel to Regional Summits is also included throughout.

Who Can Apply

Applicants must be 18 to 28 years old by the deadline. Residency in one of the listed eligible countries is required. Strong written and spoken English is necessary for the program. A genuine environmental project idea strengthens any application significantly.

Required Materials

Applicants complete a written application assessing English proficiency directly. A video interview also factors into language and fit assessment. Specific document requirements appear within the official application platform.

How to Apply

Submit your application online before 31 January 2027.

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Conclusion

This fellowship offers substantial funding and mentorship for young environmental changemakers. Its two-year structure gives real time to build, then genuinely scale, impact. Eligible young leaders should apply well before the January 2027 deadline.

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