Launch Your Career with Purpose & Impact
Are you an early-career professional seeking meaningful work, hands-on experience, and leadership development? The Emerging Leaders Fellowship connects mission-driven individuals with leading employers.
Position Overview
Fellows are placed in full-time, paid positions with employer partners across the Baltimore City government. These roles are designed for high-potential early-career professionals eager to develop leadership skills, contribute to meaningful projects, and grow within a values-driven organization.
Gain Experience & Grow Your Career
- Work on high-impact projects that align with your skills and career goals.
- Receive mentorship, professional development, and career coaching.
- Build a strong network of like-minded peers and industry leaders.
- Access exclusive leadership workshops and training sessions.
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Starting at a minimum of $51,500 +
- Health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, and other benefits.
- Access to exclusive job opportunities in Baltimore City Government
- Cohort-based professional and skills development
- Personalized career coaching and goal setting
- Hands on experience to prepare you for real workplace expectations
- Ongoing support before, during and after placement leading to full-time employment pathways and long-term career growth.
Program Eligibility Requirements
HBCU Track | Launching Fall 2026
- Graduates from a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) with less than 3 years of full-time professional workplace experience.
- Availability to participate full-time for the duration of the Fellowship. The Fellowship is 12 months long and employment placements are contractual for one year.
- Open to feedback, eager to learn, and adaptable in dynamic environments.
Apply Now!
Application Deadline: June 21st, 2026
City-Wide Track | Launching early 2027
- Graduates from a College or University with less than 3 years of full-time professional workplace experience.
- Availability to participate full-time for the duration of the Fellowship.
- The Fellowship is 12 months long and employment placements are contractual for one year.
- Open to feedback, eager to learn, and adaptable in dynamic environments.
Applications Open Late 2026
Location & Work Authorization
- Positions available throughout Baltimore City Government agencies, must be willing to work in Baltimore City.
- Legal U.S. work authorization is required.
- Baltimore City Government does not sponsor applicants or employees who require an H-1B Visa or an extension of an existing H-1B Visa. Baltimore Corps’ payroll processor, Equity Talent Solutions, does not sponsor applicants or employees who require an H-1B Visa and/or F-1 Visa.
