The Carnegie Ethics Fellowship is a space for talented young professionals to develop their capabilities and be examples of values-driven responsible leadership. Fellows collaborate on projects curated by Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs, giving them the opportunity to contribute to work that has deep connections to both New York and the broader world.
The two-year Fellowship is structured to develop the next generation of ethical leaders from business, government, academia, and non-governmental organizations. The Fellowship is part of Carnegie Council’s significant commitment to developing ethics in leadership and to the communities of experts that work toward this end, aligning the power of decision-making with reflective right action.
A distinctive feature of the Carnegie Ethics Fellowship is its focus on real-world impact. Fellows are encouraged to develop practical solutions to ethical challenges, whether through policy recommendations, public advocacy, or innovative projects. This emphasis on actionable outcomes ensures that the research conducted during the fellowship not only advances academic knowledge but also has a tangible influence on policy and practice.
The Carnegie Ethics Fellowship thus provides an opportunity for emerging leaders to refine their expertise in ethics and to shape the global conversations surrounding some of the most complex and critical issues of our time. By nurturing a network of ethical thinkers and practitioners, the program aims to create a community that can drive positive change in international affairs, fostering a more just, peaceful, and ethically conscious world.
Benefits
Carnegie Ethics Fellows have access to a unique set of benefits:
- Leadership Cohort: A leadership cohort nested in a set of Carnegie Council communities—its expert network, its affiliate network, and the alumni network that will grow from the Fellowship.
- Tailored Curriculum: A two-year curriculum with sponsored/endorsed modules for personal-professional development curated by Carnegie Council and its partners. Collaborative opportunities that connect the leadership cohort to the world through institutions, themes, and projects.
- Custom Network & Events: An inclusive and open space to foster deeper discussion, to cultivate new relationships through shared experiences, and to broaden networks across industries, sectors, and communities.
- Thought Leadership Platform: Opportunities for thought leadership, publication, and content creation in collaboration with Carnegie Council in order to reach a global audience.
Requirements For The Carnegie Ethics Fellowship Programme.
- Career level with growing leadership responsibilities
- A drive for values-focused leadership in personal endeavors as well as at the international level
- A desire to develop personally and understand the connection to issues in international affairs
- The ability to work in multicultural, multisectoral, and/or multi stakeholder teams
- The ability to collaborate effectively with others
- Ages 25-35 (exceptions are possible but limited)
Selection Process
Please review these dates before applying. These dates are firm; the Council will not accommodate requests for changes to these deadlines.
- Carnegie Ethics Fellows application deadline: October 15, 2024
- Carnegie Council confirms receipt of materials by: October 15, 2024
- Round 1 interviews with the Carnegie staff: October 15 – November 15, 2024
- Finalists notified: December 18, 2024
- Cohort 2 public announcement: January 7, 2025
Cohort 2 (2025-2026) Modules Schedule
- Thursday, February 6 – Saturday, February 8, 2025 (in-person)
- Thursday, June 26 – Saturday, June 28, 2025 (in-person)
- Thursday, October 23 – Saturday, October 25, 2025 (in-person)
- Thursday, February 5 – Saturday, February 7, 2026 (virtual)
- Thursday, June 11 – Saturday, June 13, 2026 (in-person)
- Thursday, October 15 – Saturday, October 17, 2026 (in-person)
- Alumni event February 19, 2027 (optional)
Application Documents
- CV/Resume
- Two recommendation letters?
- A short personal statement addressed to Brian Mateo and Kathleen Egan (500 words max) that addresses the following questions:
- Why does a fellowship with a focus on ethical leadership interest you?
- What experiences have you had with ethical challenges in your field, industry, or organization?
- What is an ethical issue you want to explore during the two-year fellowship?
- How might you leverage ethical leadership skills in your personal and professional lives?
Application Deadline: October 15, 2024.
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