Mercedes-Benz beVisioneers Fellowship Mentorship Program 2025

Closing Date: 12 January 2025 (Fellows), 31 May 2025 (Mentors)

Reference Number: BEVIS-FELLOW-2025

Location: South Africa, Europe, Africa, Asia, Americas (Hybrid)

Programme Type: Fellowship, 12 Months

Provider: The DO School Fellowships, Mercedes-Benz

Stipend: Estimated R5,000–R10,000/month (living costs, South Africa)

Launch your eco-innovation with the Mercedes-Benz beVisioneers Fellowship 2025! Fully funded for South African and global youth (16–28) with mentorship and stipends. Apply by 12 Jan 2025!

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About the Fellowship

The Mercedes-Benz beVisioneers Fellowship 2025 is a 12-month, fully funded program empowering 1,000 young innovators (16–28) from South Africa and globally to tackle environmental challenges. Launched in 2023 by The DO School Fellowships and Mercedes-Benz, it provides mentorship, funding, and training to develop sustainable projects.

Programme Purpose

The fellowship equips South African and global youth with skills, resources, and networks to launch impactful environmental projects, fostering sustainability and leadership for a greener future.

Key Responsibilities

Design and implement a local environmental project addressing a specific issue.
Participate in a 12-month curriculum on sustainability, leadership, and entrepreneurship.
Engage in one-on-one mentorship and peer learning sessions.
Collaborate with fellows across regions and disciplines.
Attend online and in-person workshops (travel funded).
Report project progress and outcomes with mentor support.

Benefits

Fellows: Living stipends (R5,000–R10,000/month, South Africa), travel funding, tech support (laptops, internet), global networking.
Communities: Sustainable projects addressing local environmental issues.
Environment: Reduced carbon footprint, enhanced eco-innovation.

Eligibility Criteria

Aged 16–28 (born 13 Jan 1996–14 Oct 2008).
Reside in South Africa, Kenya, USA, India, or other eligible countries (50+).
Strong English communication skills (program in English).
Project idea or early-stage environmental initiative.
No employment or familial ties to Mercedes-Benz.

Required Skills

Commitment to environmental sustainability.
Basic project planning and innovation skills.
Adaptability and collaboration in global settings.
Willingness to engage in hybrid learning (online, in-person).

Preferences

Economically disadvantaged youth (financial support available).
Projects with high environmental impact potential.
Diverse backgrounds and innovative ideas.

Why Join the Fellowship?

The beVisioneers Fellowship empowers South African and global youth to lead environmental change, offering mentorship, funding, and a global network to transform ideas into sustainable impact, aligning with South Africa’s green economy goals.

Application Process

APPLY NOW

Submit applications online by 12 January 2025 (fellows) or 31 May 2025 (mentors). Email a completed application form, short video (2–3 minutes), and optional financial support request to admissions@bevisioneers.world. For enquiries, contact hello@bevisioneers.world. Reference “BEVIS-FELLOW-2025” and specify South Africa or other country. Applications take 30 minutes, saved progress allowed. Rolling admissions—apply early. Shortlisted candidates complete a 15-minute online activity by March 2025. No fees are charged.

Contact Information

beVisioneers: admissions@bevisioneers.world (applications), hello@bevisioneers.world (enquiries), +49 40 401 135 010, The DO School Fellowships, Hermannstraße 13, 20095 Hamburg, Germany.