The beVisioneers: The Mercedes-Benz Fellowship

The beVisioneers: The Mercedes-Benz Fellowship is a 12-month fellowship and e-learning programme delivered by The DO School Fellowships gGmbH in Germany.

The programme is conducted in English and follows a hybrid format, combining online learning with fellowship activities.

Who Can Apply?

The fellowship is open only to residents of specific countries listed for this admissions round.

Eligible residents include those from:

• Albania

• Andorra

• Åland Islands

• Austria

• Belgium

• Bosnia and Herzegovina

• Bulgaria

• Croatia

• Cyprus

• Czechia

• Denmark

• Estonia

• Faroe Islands

• Finland

• France

• Germany

• Gibraltar

• Greece

• Guernsey

• Hungary

• Iceland

• India

• Indonesia

• Ireland

• Italy

• Jersey

• Kenya

• Kosovo

• Latvia

• Liechtenstein

• Lithuania

• Luxembourg

• Malta

• Malaysia

• Mexico

• Monaco

• Montenegro

• Netherlands

• North Macedonia

• Norway

• Poland

• Portugal

• Romania

• Rwanda

• San Marino

• Serbia

• Slovakia

• Slovenia

• South Africa

• Spain

• Svalbard and Jan Mayen

• Sweden

• Switzerland

• Tanzania

• Turkey

• Uganda

• United Kingdom

• United States

• Zimbabwe

Applicants must meet the residency requirement for one of the countries included in the current admissions round.

English Language Requirement

The fellowship is conducted in English.

Applicants should therefore have a good command of both written and spoken English.

English proficiency will be assessed through:

• Written responses submitted as part of the application.

• The applicant's interview video.

Applicants should be prepared to communicate their ideas clearly and confidently in English throughout the selection process.

Age Requirement

Applicants must be between 18 and 28 years old on the application closing date.

The closing date is 31 January 2027.

This means applicants must still meet the age requirement on that date. If an applicant turns 29 on or before 31 January 2027, they are not eligible. Similarly, applicants who are not yet 18 by the closing date are not eligible.

Programme Format and Duration

The beVisioneers Fellowship has a nominal duration of 12 months and is delivered through a hybrid fellowship and e-learning format.

The programme language is English, making English communication skills an important part of the application and participation process.

How to Assess Your Eligibility

Before applying, prospective candidates should confirm that they:

1. Are 18 to 28 years old on 31 January 2027.

2. Are a resident of one of the eligible countries listed for this admissions round.

3. Have a good command of spoken and written English.

4. Can demonstrate their English ability through the written application and interview video.

5. Can participate in the programme's hybrid learning format.

Key Fellowship Details

RequirementDetailsFellowshipbeVisioneers: The Mercedes-Benz FellowshipOrganisationThe DO School Fellowships gGmbHFormatHybridDuration12 monthsStudy languageEnglishAge18–28 years on the closing dateEligible locationsSelected countries listed in the current admissions roundApplication closing date31 January 2027

Important Note

Eligibility for the beVisioneers Fellowship is based on the specific admissions round. Applicants should carefully confirm their country of residence, age and English-language eligibility before submitting an application.

The information provided here covers the eligibility requirements supplied for this admissions round. Applicants should consult the official beVisioneers application information for the complete application process and any additional selection requirements.