Overview
Applications are open for the next cohort of beVisioneers: The Mercedes-Benz Fellowship, a fellowship supporting young people developing environmental solutions. Fellowship: beVisioneers: The Mercedes-Benz Fellowship Organisation: The DO School Fellowships gGmbH Location: Global – applicants from eligible countries including Zimbabwe Closing Date: 31 January 2027 Designed and implemented by The DO School Fellowships and funded by Mercedes-Benz, beVisioneers was launched in 2023 to equip young people with the tools, resources, skills and networks needed to implement and scale environmental projects. Work/Study Format: Hybrid, part-time and e-learning Duration: Two years, beginning with a 12-month intensive programme Language: English Funding: Fully funded, with project scholarships of up to €15,000 Age Requirement: 18–28 years The programme is looking for eco-innovators aged 18–28 who alr
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Bevisioneers Mercedes Benz Fellowship 2027: Fully Funded Environmental Fellowship With Up To €15,000 Funding
Applications are open for the next cohort of beVisioneers: The Mercedes-Benz Fellowship, a fellowship supporting young people developing environmental solutions.
Fellowship: beVisioneers: The Mercedes-Benz Fellowship Organisation: The DO School Fellowships gGmbH Location: Global – applicants from eligible countries including Zimbabwe Closing Date: 31 January 2027
Designed and implemented by The DO School Fellowships and funded by Mercedes-Benz, beVisioneers was launched in 2023 to equip young people with the tools, resources, skills and networks needed to implement and scale environmental projects.
Work/Study Format: Hybrid, part-time and e-learning Duration: Two years, beginning with a 12-month intensive programme Language: English Funding: Fully funded, with project scholarships of up to €15,000 Age Requirement: 18–28 years
The programme is looking for eco-innovators aged 18–28 who already have a prototype in motion or have a strong planet-positive idea and are ready to develop it.
What The Fellowship Offers
Selected Fellows will have access to:
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Project scholarship opportunities of up to €15,000 to develop their projects.
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One-to-one mentoring and venture coaching from experienced entrepreneurs and experts.
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Innovation training through online learning modules.
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Community-based Local Hub gatherings.
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International travel opportunities to Regional Summits.
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Expert and peer support.
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A global community spanning more than 45 countries.
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Financial support designed to make participation accessible regardless of background.
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Travel, accommodation and expenses covered for key programme events.
The hybrid, part-time format is designed to allow Fellows to participate alongside work or studies.
Fellowship Programme
The fellowship journey runs for two years.
Year 1: Intensive Programme
The first 12 months require a minimum commitment of approximately 24 hours per month.
During this period, Fellows develop the skills, knowledge and networks required to launch a market-tested prototype. Participants receive access to venture coaching, mentoring, innovation training and project support.
At the end of the first year, Fellows can access project scholarships of up to €15,000 to advance their projects.
Year 2: Acceleration Year
During the Acceleration Year, Fellows focus on scaling their ventures into sustainable impact projects addressing environmental challenges.
Fellows gain deeper access to:
- Venture coaching.
- Scaling mentors.
- Skills-gap workshops.
- Project scholarships.
- Cost-of-living support.
- Global summits.
- Expert workshops.
- Network events.
Eligibility
Applicants must be between 18 and 28 years old on 31 January 2027, the application closing date.
Applicants who turn 29 on or before the closing date, or who are below 18 on that date, are not eligible. Candidates should have either:
- An environmental project or prototype already in development; or
- A strong planet-positive idea and readiness to build it.
Eligible Countries
Only residents of the following countries will be considered during this admissions round:
Albania, Andorra, Åland Islands, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Finland, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Guernsey, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Jersey, Kenya, Kosovo, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Malaysia, Mexico, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Rwanda, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, Sweden, Switzerland, Tanzania, Turkey, Uganda, United Kingdom, United States and Zimbabwe.
Albania, Andorra, Åland Islands, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Finland, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Guernsey, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Jersey, Kenya, Kosovo, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Malaysia, Mexico, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Rwanda, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, Sweden, Switzerland, Tanzania, Turkey, Uganda, United Kingdom, United States and Zimbabwe.
English Language Requirement
The programme is conducted in English.
Applicants should therefore have a good written and spoken command of English. English proficiency will be assessed through applicants’ written application responses and interview video.
How to apply
Eligible candidates should complete the online application for beVisioneers: The Mercedes-Benz Fellowship before 31 January 2027. APPLY HERE
Application deadline: 31 January 2027.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications early and ensure that all required information is complete before the deadline.
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🌱 Applications are open for the beVisioneers: Mercedes-Benz Fellowship 2027!
Young environmental innovators aged 18–28 can apply for this fully funded fellowship designed to help turn planet-positive ideas into impactful projects.
💶 Project scholarships of up to €15,000 🤝 1:1 mentoring and venture coaching 🌍 Global community across 45+ countries ✈️ Funded travel for key programme events 📚 Hybrid, part-time learning 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe is among the eligible countries
📅 Deadline: 31 January 2027
Apply: https://applications.bevisioneers.world/courses/course/11-bevisioneers-mercedes-benz-fellowship
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Eligibility requirements
Applicants must be between 18 and 28 years old on 31 January 2027, the application closing date.
Applicants who turn 29 on or before the closing date, or who are below 18 on that date, are not eligible. Candidates should have either:
- An environmental project or prototype already in development; or
- A strong planet-positive idea and readiness to build it.
Only residents of the following countries will be considered during this admissions round:
Albania, Andorra, Åland Islands, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Finland, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Guernsey, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Jersey, Kenya, Kosovo, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Malaysia, Mexico, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Rwanda, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, Sweden, Switzerland, Tanzania, Turkey, Uganda, United Kingdom, United States and Zimbabwe.
Albania, Andorra, Åland Islands, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Finland, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Guernsey, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Jersey, Kenya, Kosovo, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Malaysia, Mexico, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Rwanda, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, Sweden, Switzerland, Tanzania, Turkey, Uganda, United Kingdom, United States and Zimbabwe.
The programme is conducted in English.
Applicants should therefore have a good written and spoken command of English. English proficiency will be assessed through applicants’ written application responses and interview video.
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