Application Guide

How to Apply for Fellowship Manager, Anywhere

at Activate Global

🏢 About Activate Global

Activate Global is a nonprofit that empowers scientists to commercialize breakthrough research, with a sharp focus on tackling climate change. Its unique model provides fellows with funding, mentorship, and a supportive community, making it a mission-driven organization where your work directly contributes to climate solutions.

About This Role

As the Fellowship Manager for the Anywhere program, you'll design and deliver virtual and in-person programming that supports scientist-entrepreneurs nationwide. This role is impactful because you'll shape the fellow experience, from selection to community building, directly enabling innovators to scale climate technologies.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start with a virtual check-in with the Fellowship Associate to review upcoming programming. You'll then spend time refining the bi-weekly session agenda, responding to fellow questions on Slack, and coordinating logistics for an upcoming in-person trip. Afternoon could involve analyzing program data to identify engagement trends and planning for the next fellow selection cycle.

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🎯 Who Activate Global Is Looking For

  • Has 3-5 years in fellowship or program management, ideally within a science or climate-focused organization.
  • Thrives in virtual community building, with experience facilitating engaging online events and fostering peer connections.
  • Possesses exceptional organizational skills to manage complex, multi-track programs (e.g., bi-weekly virtual sessions, quarterly travel).
  • Communicates effectively with scientists and entrepreneurs, able to translate their challenges into actionable programming.

📝 Tips for Applying to Activate Global

1

Highlight any experience managing remote or distributed cohorts, and quantify outcomes like retention or satisfaction rates.

2

In your cover letter, explicitly connect your passion for climate change to Activate's mission—mention a specific clean energy or climate technology you admire.

3

Showcase your ability to design and iterate virtual programming; mention tools like Zoom, Slack, or Notion and how you've used them to build community.

4

Prepare a brief example of how you've supported entrepreneurs or scientists in a previous role, emphasizing empathy and problem-solving.

5

Tailor your resume to emphasize program operations: selection, onboarding, data management, and benefits administration.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your commitment to climate change solutions and how Activate's model aligns with your career goals.", 'Specific examples of building and nurturing communities in a remote setting, including metrics or testimonials.', 'Your ability to manage complex programs with attention to detail, e.g., coordinating multiple stakeholders and timelines.', 'How your communication skills help bridge the gap between scientific research and entrepreneurial needs.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Explore Activate's current cohort of fellows and their climate technologies to understand the community you'd support.
  • → Read about the Anywhere program specifically—its goals, structure, and how it differs from the in-person Berkeley/New York programs.
  • → Look at Activate's blog or press releases to see how they celebrate fellow milestones and community events.
  • → Understand the broader climate tech ecosystem and key challenges for scientist-entrepreneurs (e.g., funding, commercialization).

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a time you had to adapt a virtual program based on fellow feedback; what did you change and why?
2 How would you foster a sense of belonging among fellows spread across the US with different time zones?
3 Walk me through how you would manage the fellow selection process, from application review to final decisions.
4 What metrics would you use to measure the success of the Anywhere community programming?
5 How do you handle conflicts or disengagement among program participants in a remote setting?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't submit a generic application; failing to mention climate or Activate's mission shows lack of alignment.
  • Avoid focusing solely on in-person event planning; this role prioritizes virtual community building.
  • Don't overlook the management aspect—mentioning experience with direct reports (like the Fellowship Associate) is crucial.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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