Emerging Leaders Program

Applications are now closed for Spring 2026. Come back in Fall 2026 to be considered for Cohort 8!

Energy Terminal’s Emerging Leaders Program is designed to help college students (undergraduate and graduate) fast-track their career growth in energy. The 9-week program will include weekly sessions with experts from the world's top companies across renewables, engineering, finance, venture capital, consulting, policy, and more.

For more information, contact zspringsteen@uchicago.edu or aasiegle@gmail.com

Sessions will be held on Zoom, synchronously, at 8 PM EST on Tuesdays.

About The Program

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FAQs

  • College students who want to:

    -Explore career opportunities in energy

    -Build their professional network

    -Learn from experts and like-minded peers

  • -Weekly sessions with experts from the world’s top companies

    -Access to exclusive resources and network

    -1-on-1 mentorship and career help from the team

    -Great addition to a resume to demonstrate interest in the energy industry

  • -9 week program begins on September 15th and ends on November 17th

    -Weekly 1-1.5 hour sessions on Tuesdays @ 8PM

  • Applications will open on Monday, August 11th.

    Check this page for the application link!

  • Let’s lay out the differences:

    Emerging Leaders Program:

    Highly selective program with a smaller cohort, students get the opportunity to participate in pitch competitions, have tailored industry information sessions from professionals, and access to a cohort of program alumni

    •If you are a student who has a proven interest in energy and is looking to accelerate your career in the space through networking, and learning this is for you!

    •If you are looking for a program that will foster growth in the energy industry through connections, and build off of your proven and existing interest in the space

    •If you are looking to connect with a cohort of 14-15 students from around the world who are high achievers in the energy industry, or have a proven interest

    Community Hub:

    Networking platform for students to meet other students and learn from industry professionals

    • If you are a student who wants to learn more about the energy industry, wants access to career prep resources in order to prepare for interviews, or learn about what exists in the energy industry this is for you!

    • If you want to meet other like minded students who are interested in the space and connect with them from different schools

    • If you are looking for a lower commitment program with industry professionals and networking opportunities

  • "The Emerging Leaders' program afforded me the opportunity to be inspired by industry pioneers, interact with like-minded students, and to clarify my path in energy, finance, and climate. If you're a student interested in energy or climate but aren’t sure how to navigate a career in the space, I'd highly recommend Energy Terminal and the Emerging Leaders Program.”

    Chigozie Ubah (ELP Cohort 1)

  • “The Emerging Leaders Program builds a community of people with ample learning opportunities from your peer's perspectives on the issue of the energy transition. My connections with my fellow cohort members have been valuable as I continue learning from them on things like energy venture capital, clean energy finance, or other types of energy technology… I treasured my time as part of the cohort and appreciated the support that the Energy Terminal board provided for each of us.”

    Samantha Wibawa (ELP Cohort 2)

  • “I had a great time engaging with the Emerging Leaders community. It was awesome to be surrounded by a group of peers who were passionate about climate and energy issues, and I enjoyed learning from a range of experts and guest speakers across climate tech, ESG, and clean energy. I'd highly recommend participating in the program!”

    Charles Hua (ELP Cohort 1)

  • “ The Emerging Leaders program is an incredible way of getting to speak with so many individuals that have a similar passion for energy. It doesn't matter if you're just getting started with energy or if you've been studying energy for a while, it's incredibly useful for any student… We learned and heard from so many super valuable speakers. I was able to connect with them and even stay in touch for further opportunities, including the opportunity to have interviews for internships... So, I definitely recommend it… go ELP.”

    Thomas Henry (ELP Cohort 2)