Overview

Overview:

FUSE partners with civic leaders to identify pressing strategic challenges and then recruits entrepreneurial professionals to serve in executive-level fellowships across local government. FUSE Fellows are uniquely positioned to achieve transformational impact across issue areas such as education, health, poverty, public safety, infrastructure, economic development and the environment.

The FUSE Fellowship is a unique opportunity to leverage your professional background to solve crucial community problems. Each carefully crafted fellowship focuses on achieving lasting impact and exposing local government to innovative approaches. FUSE Fellows inspire communities throughout the country to reimagine what is possible in community based problem solving.

FUSE Fellows are mid-career professionals with 15+ years of private sector experience who are looking to transition their careers for greater social impact. They are data-driven, results-oriented individuals with strong track records of collaboration, success in setting and achieving goals, exceptional written and verbal communication skills, and creative resourcefulness in overcoming obstacles. Upon completing the 12-month FUSE Fellowship, most Fellows continue to work in leadership roles in civic innovation. They also become part of robust alumni community of experienced civic entrepreneurs.

Details:

  • Length: 12 months starting in September
  • Apply: Projects posted in summer (May – August)

Spud’s Thoughts:

I know a few friends who speak quite highly of Fuse Corps. I personally don’t have any connection to the organization beyond the fact that it has come across my radar numerous times. This is a program designed for mid-career level professionals.