The Mercedes-Benz beVisioneers Fellowship Programme 2027 is a global fellowship for young innovators aged 18 to 28 who are developing solutions to environmental challenges. Funded by Mercedes-Benz and implemented by The DO School Fellowships, the program provides training, expert support, mentoring, venture coaching, and access to project funding opportunities. The fellowship begins with a 12-month hybrid Foundation Year, followed by an Acceleration Year for eligible Fellows who progress to the next stage.

beVisioneers is designed for early-stage eco-innovators from diverse backgrounds who have an existing environmental project or a promising idea and want to turn it into meaningful local impact.

Mercedes-Benz beVisioneers Fellowship 2027 – Key Details

• Program: beVisioneers: The Mercedes-Benz Fellowship
• Implementing Organization: The DO School Fellowships
• Sponsor: Mercedes-Benz
• Age Requirement: 18–28 years
• Program Type: Global Environmental Innovation Fellowship
• Duration: Two years, beginning with a 12-month Foundation Year
• Commitment: Minimum 24 hours per month
• Focus: Environmental innovation and planet-positive projects
• Funding: Free participation with financial support based on individual needs
• Project Scholarships: Opportunities for project funding following the Foundation Year
• Learning Format: Hybrid
• Travel Support: Travel and accommodation are covered for key program events
• Eligibility: Residents of designated eligible countries
• Application Deadline: January 31, 2027

About the Mercedes-Benz beVisioneers Fellowship

The beVisioneers Fellowship supports young environmental innovators who want to develop practical solutions to sustainability challenges in their communities.

During the Foundation Year, Fellows build entrepreneurial and green skills through challenge-based learning while developing and implementing their environmental projects. They receive access to mentors, venture coaches, expert workshops, and a global community of innovators.

Fellows who progress to Year Two enter the Acceleration Year, where they can strengthen their projects, expand their environmental impact, develop leadership skills, and access additional project support.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must generally meet the following requirements:

• Be 18 to 28 years old when applying.
• Currently live in one of the eligible countries and plan to remain in an eligible country while implementing their project.
• Have a good command of English.
• Demonstrate commitment to positive environmental change.
• Show entrepreneurial qualities such as persistence, resilience, and determination.
• Have an existing environmental project or a strong idea for a planet-positive solution.
• Not work for Mercedes-Benz and not have a parent or guardian employed by the company.
• Be willing to dedicate at least 24 hours per month to the fellowship and project.

Eligible Countries

For the 2027 Fellowship, applications are accepted from residents of designated eligible countries and regions, including countries in Europe, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Malaysia, Mexico, Rwanda, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, the United States, and Zimbabwe. Applicants must currently live in an eligible location and remain eligible while implementing their project.

Fellowship Benefits

1. 1:1 Mentoring

Fellows receive personalized mentoring and support to help develop their environmental projects.

2. Venture Coaching

Expert venture coaching helps Fellows turn early-stage ideas into stronger projects and accelerate their progress.

3. Flexible Monthly Commitment

The minimum commitment is 24 hours per month, allowing Fellows to participate alongside university studies, employment, or other responsibilities.

4. Financial Support

Financial assistance may be available based on individual needs. Support can help economically disadvantaged Fellows participate in the program, including assistance related to technology or connectivity.

5. Project Scholarships

Fellows may apply for project scholarships after completing the Foundation Year. These scholarships are awarded through a selection process based on project progress, potential, and environmental impact.

6. Hybrid Learning

The fellowship combines online learning with opportunities to meet experts, mentors, and other Fellows through program events.

7. Travel and Accommodation

Travel, accommodation, and eligible expenses are covered for key fellowship events such as regional and global summits.

Fellowship Duration

The current beVisioneers program is structured as a two-year fellowship:

Year 1 – Foundation Year

The first 12 months focus on:

• Environmental and entrepreneurial skills
• Challenge-based learning
• Project development
• Mentoring
• Venture coaching
• Expert workshops
• Building a planet-positive solution

Year 2 – Acceleration Year

Fellows who progress to the second year receive additional support to:

• Scale their projects
• Increase environmental impact
• Strengthen leadership skills
• Access scaling mentors
• Pursue project scholarships
• Continue building their ventures and initiatives

Application Process

Applicants can follow these general steps:

1. Check Eligibility: Confirm your age, residence, environmental project, and English-language ability.
2. Develop Your Idea: Prepare a clear explanation of the environmental problem you want to address and your proposed solution.
3. Complete the Online Application: Submit the required information through the official beVisioneers application platform.
4. Explain Your Motivation: Describe your commitment to environmental innovation and the impact you want to create.
5. Show Your Project Potential: Explain how your idea can benefit your local community and contribute to a more sustainable future.
6. Complete the Selection Process: Shortlisted applicants may be required to participate in further selection activities.
7. Join the Fellowship: Successful applicants become part of the beVisioneers global community.

Application Deadline

The application deadline for the Mercedes-Benz beVisioneers Fellowship Programme 2027 is:

Deadline: January 31, 2027

Applicants should complete their applications before the stated deadline and check the official application portal for the latest cohort information.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the Mercedes-Benz beVisioneers Fellowship?

beVisioneers is a global fellowship that supports young innovators developing environmental solutions. It provides training, mentoring, expert support, venture coaching, and access to project funding opportunities.

2. Who can apply for beVisioneers?

Young innovators aged 18 to 28 who live in eligible countries and have an environmental project or strong planet-positive idea can apply.

3. Do I need to be an entrepreneur to apply?

No. Previous entrepreneurial experience or formal technical training is not required. The program focuses on early-stage eco-innovation and the potential of the applicant’s project.

4. How much time do Fellows need to commit?

Fellows are expected to dedicate a minimum of 24 hours per month to their project and the fellowship.

5. Is the fellowship fully funded?

Participation in beVisioneers is free. Financial support is available based on individual needs, while key fellowship events include covered travel and accommodation.

6. Does beVisioneers provide project funding?

Yes. Fellows can apply for project scholarships after the Foundation Year. The current FAQ states that project scholarships range from €2,000 to €20,000, subject to a competitive selection process.

7. How long is the beVisioneers Fellowship?

The current program is structured as a two-year fellowship, starting with a 12-month Foundation Year followed by an Acceleration Year for Fellows who progress.

8. Is the fellowship online or in person?

It is a hybrid program, combining online learning with in-person events and opportunities to meet mentors, experts, and other Fellows.

9. Can students apply?

Yes. The flexible 24-hour monthly commitment is designed to work alongside university studies, employment, or other responsibilities.

10. What type of projects are suitable?

Projects should address an environmental challenge and demonstrate potential to create planet-positive impact. Early-stage ideas and projects are eligible.

11. Who runs the beVisioneers Fellowship?

The program is implemented by The DO School Fellowships and supported by funding from Mercedes-Benz.

12. What is the application deadline?

The stated deadline is January 31, 2027.