Impending Bloom Spring 2026 Sustainability Fellowship Program (Remote)

Impending Bloom Spring 2026 Sustainability Fellowship Program (Remote)

Location: Remote (United States)

Fellowship Dates: February 10, 2026 - April 24, 2026

Format: Virtual | Part-Time | Cohort-Based

Impending Bloom, a leading-edge sustainability consulting, education, and technology startup, is excited to announce the launch of our Spring 2026 Sustainability Fellowship — a hands-on, cohort-based learning experience for students and early-career professionals passionate about sustainability, ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance), and their intersections with business, finance, and society.

This virtual fellowship is designed to deliver both practical ESG knowledge and collaborative application, empowering learners to become informed, future-ready professionals in sustainability and responsible innovation.

Program Overview

The fellowship is divided into two engaging phases:

Phase 1 – Learning & Expert Insights

Fellows will engage in live sessions with professionals and experts, covering topics such as:

• Sustainability & ESG in Business: Landscape Overview
• Sustainability & ESG in Business: Regulation Tour
• Sustainability & ESG in Business: Framework Evolution
• Sustainability & ESG in Business: Cheatsheet & Case Study
• Sustainability, System Thinking & Agentic AI: Understanding interconnections within sustainability challenges & How artificial intelligence can empower sustainable solutions.

Participants will receive interactive exercises, presentations, and case studies to deepen their understanding of key ESG concepts and methodologies.

Phase 2 – Application Through Innovation

Apply what you’ve learned through the Sustainable Startup Challenge, a team-based project where students co-create an innovative, sustainability-focused business proposal.

Top 5 teams will present their proposals at a live showcase judged by ESG experts and industry professionals.

Prizes & Recognition

🏆 1st Place: 3-month free access to all Impending Bloom’s courses + Certificate + Potential short internship + Networking opportunities
🥈 2nd Place: 50% discount on all courses + Certificate + Networking opportunities
🥉 3rd Place: 30% discount on all courses + Certificate + Networking opportunities

Winning projects will also be featured in an Impending Bloom media release or publication.

Cost: $14.99

To ensure access to high-quality learning resources and expert-led sessions, a small fee of just $14.99 will be charged to successful applicants to cover course materials. This helps us keep the program accessible while providing a rich, professionally designed experience valued far beyond the cost.

Who Should Apply?

We welcome all the people who demonstrate:
✔️ Passion for ESG, sustainability, and their intersections with business and finance
✔️ Strong research, analytical, and critical thinking skills
✔️ Excellent communication (written & verbal)
✔️ Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, virtual environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in ESG research, reporting, or sustainability-related work
• Strong virtual meeting presence and teamwork abilities

Program Requirements

• Reliable internet connection and a device for virtual collaboration
• Participation in regular training sessions and team projects
• Training timezone: Eastern Standard Time (EST)

What Fellows Gain

✅ Comprehensive ESG education and exposure to industry best practices
✅ Mentorship from Impending Bloom’s Founder & CEO
✅ Networking opportunities with alumni, sustainability experts, and industry professionals
✅ Graduation certificate upon successful completion
✅ Potential for program extension based on performance

How to Apply

Submit your resume and cover letter via Google Form by January 20, 2026. In your cover letter, highlight your relevant skills, experiences, and interest in ESG, along with any previous sustainability-related work.

See more information on our website: https://www.impendingbloom.co/fellowship

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by January 26, 2026

For questions, contact Helen@emergentinc.co.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

Impending Bloom is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds. 

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