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Applications now open for summer 2026 Sustainability Pathways fellowships in the Methow Valley

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Applications now open for summer 2026 Sustainability Pathways fellowships in the Methow Valley

Summer 2026 fellowships are open to all majors

October 6, 2025

The 2025 Sustainability Pathways cohort.

Students, are you interested in spending next summer living, working, and learning about cross-sector sustainability in the Methow & Okanogan Valleys?

Sustainability Pathways is an 11-week residential program in the Methow and Okanogan Valleys held during summer quarter that supports young people in gaining experience in their field of study while advancing local sustainability initiatives. The fellowships pair paid work experience in various fields with aligned coursework in community-based project management. Whether your interests are in ecological restoration, public health, economic development, equity and social justice, or place-based learning, there's a pathway for you.

This fellowship experience is interdisciplinary and open to all majors! Internship credits are available but not required. Housing is provided.

How to apply?

Fellowship applications are open now through Nov. 24. Learn more and apply on the Sustainability Pathways website.

Want more info?

Learn more at the Sustainability Pathways fellowship virtual open house and info session on Tuesday, Oct. 28, from 5-6 p.m. The info session will provide details on the program, including plenty of time to hear from alumni and field questions. Register for the virtual open house.

Reach out to Joshua Porter, director of Sustainability Pathways, at [email protected]with questions.

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