Emerging Leaders Fellowship

Do you want to launch your career with purpose and impact?

Applications for the Emerging Leaders Fellowship: HBCU Track are now open.
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The Emerging Leaders Fellowship, formerly the Baltimore Corps Fellowship, targets early-career professionals seeking careers in local government, nonprofits, and emerging industries with labor shortages.

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 
    • For individuals with a bachelor’s degree, your starting salary will be $51,500. Your starting salary will be $65,000 if you have a graduate degree.
  • Health, vision, and dental insurance are included.
  • Paid time off and wellness benefits such as a one-time living stipend and bi-weekly transportation stipend, are also available.
  • Pathways to full-time employment and long-term career growth.

Qualifications

  • Recent graduate (2020-2025) or early-career professional with 0-3 years of experience.
  • Passionate about leadership, innovation, and creating positive change.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
  • Open to feedback, eager to learn, and adaptable in dynamic environments.

Location & Work Authorization

  • Positions available throughout Baltimore City government agencies (currently, the city operates on a hybrid schedule with 3 office days required per week, subject to change).
  • U.S. work authorization is required

Why find a job through us?

  • Our employer partners are leaders in social impact, innovation, and change-making.
  • These organizations are committed to investing in talent and offering mentorship and growth opportunities.

What Makes This Opportunity Special?

Unlike a traditional job search, this program matches you with employer partners based on your skills, values, and career aspirations. You’ll join a cohort of emerging leaders and gain access to professional development, employer networking, and an exclusive leadership curriculum designed to accelerate your impact.

Emerging Leaders Fellowship: HBCU Track

In 2024, Baltimore Corps relaunched its signature fellowship program geared towards developing emerging leaders for careers in public service. Our first track prioritizes recruiting talent from our local Maryland HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges & Universities). In partnership with the City of Baltimore, 20 credentialed graduates are placed in various city agencies within city government for a twelve-month period with extensive training and mentorship.

Program Eligibility Requirements

  • Recent graduate (2020-2025) of a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) in Maryland.
  • Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Willing and able to work in Baltimore City.
  • 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.
  • At least 2 years of professional, internship, or volunteer experience.

Ready to take the next step?

Apply and become part of a community of changemakers shaping the future of work!

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