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Eligibility

  • An interest in the environment 

  • Must have finished at least one year of graduate or doctoral study by the start of your summer placement

  • A U.S. citizen, permanent resident or Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA/DREAMers)

Application Requirements 

  1. Fill out the general application form online.  It can be found in the link below or here
  2. Provide your transcripts on the form. You can request a copy from your school or scan a PDF. Upload them where the application form requests transcripts. 
  3. Have two people who can serve as references submit letters of recommendation. We suggest asking teachers, mentors or anyone who has played a role in your education. Letters of recommendation by family and friends are not permitted. Enter the recommenders email and a personal note in the letter of recommendation field. The recommender will be able to upload their letter directly to the application. Letters of recommendation are due by the application deadline. You are responsible for ensuring letters are uploaded. If you have any questions email EFP staff at efp@yale.edu

 If you need to edit your application, do not upload a new version. Email staff at efp@yale.edu for assistance. 

To Apply

We use the Submittable application portal. You will be directed to sign in or create an account. You are able to save and return to your application at a later time.

EFP 2024 Application opens: November 1

EFP 2024 Application closes: January 15 now extended to January 31 at 11:59pm ET

Click here to apply for the 2024 Environmental Fellows Program