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Check Eligibility
Confirm that you meet the age, grade, location, and schedule requirements.
Apply to the Fellows Program
Take the Next Step.
Review the eligibility requirements, important dates, and application materials before submitting your application.
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Prepare Your Materials
Gather the information, written responses, and any other required materials.
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Submit Before the Deadline
Complete the official application form and look for a confirmation email.
Before you apply
Check Your Eligibility
Students in grades 7–11 may apply. The program is currently available only in Montgomery County and requires approximately four hours of participation each week.
Previous leadership experience is not required, although it is recommended. Advanced technical skills are not required.
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Age or grade: Students in grades 7–11 may apply.
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Location: The program is currently available only in Montgomery County, Maryland.
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Program length: The program lasts approximately six months. Exact dates for the next cohort will be announced.
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Time commitment: Fellows should expect approximately four hours per week, including sessions, meetings, communication, and project work.
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Attendance: Fellows should attend most sessions. Missing a small number is acceptable, but fellows are responsible for catching up with their team or reviewing a mentor’s email update.
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Experience: Previous leadership experience is not required, although it is recommended. Advanced technical skills are not required.
Application process
Four Simple Steps
Applicants review the program, submit the application, complete an interview, and receive the final decision by email.
Review
Read the program description, dates, eligibility rules, and expectations.
Prepare
Gather the information and written responses required for the application.
Submit
Complete the official application form before the stated deadline.
Watch Your Email
Watch for interview details and the final selection decision from the SGAP team by email.
What to prepare
Application Checklist
Prepare your basic information, written responses, and time for an interview with a member of the SGAP Leaders team.
Basic Information
Be ready to provide your name, school, grade, location, contact information, and parent or guardian information if required.
Short Written Responses
Past applications have asked students why they want to become a Sustainability Fellow, which qualifications they would bring, and what project they would be interested in planning. Each response had a 150-word limit.
Interview
Applicants should expect an interview with a member of the SGAP Leaders team after submitting the application.
What you may be asked
Past Application Questions
Questions may change between application cycles, but past applicants have been asked to respond to the topics below.
Why are you interested in being a Sustainability Fellow?
Explain why sustainability and community action matter to you and what you hope to contribute through the program. Past applications used a 150-word limit.
Which qualifications make you well-suited to the program?
Describe relevant experiences, strengths, or qualities. Previous leadership experience is helpful but not required. Past applications used a 150-word limit.
Describe a project you would be interested in planning.
Identify a sustainability problem and explain a practical project that could help address it. Past applications used a 150-word limit.
Prepare to discuss your ideas in an interview.
Applicants should be ready to explain their interests, availability, willingness to collaborate, and possible project ideas during an interview.
Important dates
Application Timeline
Exact dates for the next application cycle will be announced.
To be announced
Applications open
To be announced
Applications close
Sent by email
Final decisions announced
What happens next?
After You Submit
Approximately 15 students are selected for each cohort after the application and interview process.
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Monitor your email for application and interview updates.
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SGAP reviews the application materials.
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Applicants should expect an interview with an SGAP Leaders team member.
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Applicants receive the final decision by email.
Selection Information
SGAP reviews each application and interviews applicants before selecting approximately 15 fellows. Applicants should be prepared to discuss their interest in sustainability, ability to collaborate, and willingness to complete the program’s weekly responsibilities.
Final decisions are communicated by email.
Application advice
Tips for a Strong Application
Keep the advice simple and fair to every applicant.
Be Specific
Give real examples rather than only saying that you are passionate or hardworking.
Be Honest
Your answers should sound like you and reflect your actual experiences and interests.
Review Before Submitting
Check spelling, confirm that every question is answered, and make sure your contact information is correct.
Application questions
Common Questions
Is there an application fee?
There is no fee to participate in the Fellows Program.
Project teams may apply for grant funding to support the
implementation of their projects.
Can I save my application and finish it later?
You are able to save the application on the google form but it is reccomeneded to put your responses in a google docs before exiting the form
Can I edit my application after submitting it?
You cannnot edit the application after submitting
What if I do not receive a confirmation email?
[EXPLAIN WHO THE APPLICANT SHOULD CONTACT AND HOW LONG THEY
SHOULD WAIT.]
Can I apply again if I am not selected?
You are able apply again next year
Who can I contact with an application question?
Email [OFFICIAL FELLOWS PROGRAM EMAIL] and include your
name, school, grade, and question.
Need help?
Contact the Program Team
Use one clear email address for all Fellows Program application questions.
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Email: [OFFICIAL FELLOWS PROGRAM EMAIL]
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Phone: [OFFICIAL PHONE NUMBER, IF AVAILABLE]
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Expected response time: [ADD RESPONSE TIME]
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Include your name, school, grade, and application question.
Ready When You Are.
Double-check the requirements and deadline, then submit the official application.