Applications Invited for 2026-2027 LEAP Emerge Fellowship

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About the Organization

Founded in 1982, LEAP (Leadership Education for Asian Pacifics) is a national, nonprofit organization, with a mission to achieve full participation and equality for Asian and Pacific Islanders (APIs) through leadership, empowerment, and policy.

Our vision: Diverse leaders shaping communities for the benefit of all.

About the Fellowship

LEAP Emerge is an academic year fellowship program designed to empower rising young leaders by providing college students with tangible leadership skills, introductions to a diverse range of industries, personalized mentorship, and individualized support, preparing them for post-graduate careers.

Please note that participation in this program requires a valid U.S. Social Security Number, as it is necessary for stipend processing and program administration.

The structure of the program:

• From August to May, Fellows are required to participate in monthly virtual LEAP leadership development trainings that will prepare them for a job after graduation. The exact day and time of these meetings are TBD pending class schedules, but will range from 1-2 hours each session.
• In addition to these professional development workshops, Emerge fellows will be paired with multiple mentors throughout the year and must meet with their mentors at least once a month for resume review, industry insight, and workplace advice.
• Throughout the course of the fellowship, fellows will have the opportunity to research issues facing Asian and Pacific Islander communities, and collaboratively create a Community Impact Project that addresses these problems.
• Fellows will be required to spend 30 hours during the fellowship to obtain a certificate for a professional development skill.

The benefits of the program:

• Preparation for your post-graduation job search with individually tailored resume reviews, mock interviews, and application support.
• Receive mentorship from multiple mentors from LEAP’s vast network of Alumni across different industries in corporate, non-profit, and higher education.
• Learn how to navigate culturally relevant norms and challenges instilled from API upbringings.
• Gain valuable leadership development and soft skills required to succeed in the modern-day workforce.
• Connection with other professionally-driven young API seniors across the country.

Eligibility

College students who will be in their last year of undergraduate in the 2025-2026 school year and are looking for an entry level/internship position after graduation. Juniors or 5th years in their last year of college may also apply.  All students with a valid SSN within the United States of America are eligible and considered regardless of race or ethnic background.

How to Apply

What do I need for the Emerge application:

• Resume
• Two letters of recommendation
• Please send this link to your recommenders and have them submit their letters.
• Personal Statement
• Five essay response questions
• General idea of your Fall schedule and extracurricular activities for the academic school year in which the Fellowship Program cycle takes place.

Applications are live until March 13th, 2026.

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