The Summer Fellowship Program (SFP) is intended to provide professionals from OPEC Member Countries with the opportunity to improve their expertise and technical skills by engaging in the Secretariat’s activities across the board. While Summer Fellows enhance their knowledge and expertise in fields relevant to their occupations and future careers, the Secretariat benefits through continuing networking with Member Countries. Learn how to apply here.
When is the Application Deadline:
- Application period open now
- Programme runs 6 July – 28 August 2026
- Deadline: Not explicitly stated, but applications must be submitted through official OPEC Member Country channels well before the start date.
Tell Me About The Fellowship:
The OPEC Academy Summer Fellowship Programme (SFP) 2026 is a prestigious eight-week professional fellowship hosted at the OPEC Secretariat in Vienna, Austria.
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It offers selected professionals from OPEC Member Countries the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in international energy policy, research, and cooperation. Fellows work directly on Secretariat projects, produce high-quality research reports, and present findings to OPEC’s Academic Committee.
This fellowship is a career-launching opportunity for future leaders in energy, economics, sustainability, and policy.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
- Energy policy and economics
- International cooperation and sustainability
- Technical research in energy-related fields
- Projects aligned with OPEC Secretariat priorities
Type:
Professional Fellowship (short-term, in-person).
Who can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be citizens of an OPEC Member Country.
- Be officially nominated and supported by their OPEC Governor.
- Hold at least a university first degree.
- Have a few years of relevant work experience linked to the chosen research topic.
- Be able to work fully in English (the Secretariat’s working language).
- Be employed and financially able to support themselves during the stay in Vienna.
How are Applicants Selected?
- Selection is based on nomination by OPEC Governors.
- Applicants must submit a research plan (covering two chosen topics).
- Evaluation considers academic background, professional experience, and relevance of research proposal.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
OPEC Member Countries only:
- Algeria, Angola, Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Libya, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Venezuela.
Where will the Fellowship be Taken?
OPEC Secretariat, Vienna, Austria.
How Many Fellowships?
Not specified — limited slots available annually.
What is the Benefit of the Fellowship?
- Hands-on involvement in OPEC Secretariat research programmes.
- Exposure to international energy policy and cooperation.
- Networking with professionals from OPEC Member Countries.
- Production of a research report and formal presentation.
- Certificate of Completion from the OPEC Secretariat.
- Eligibility for future opportunities (OPEC Internship Programme, Visiting Research Fellow Programme).
Financial Notes:
- Not fully funded — participants must cover their own travel, accommodation, and living expenses.
- Fellows must provide evidence of employment and financial support.
- OPEC provides accident insurance at the workplace during the fellowship.
- Participants must arrange their own health/sickness insurance.
How Long Will the Fellowship Last?
- 8 weeks (6 July – 28 August 2026).
Expected Outcomes:
- High-quality research report.
- 30-minute presentation of findings to OPEC Academic Committee.
- Enhanced professional expertise and institutional knowledge of OPEC.
- Strengthened career outlook in international energy policy.
How to Apply (Step by Step):
- Prepare a research plan and timeframe (covering two topics, listed by priority).
- Attach your latest CV.
- Submit the completed application form through your official OPEC Member Country channel (via your OPEC Governor).
- Provide evidence of employment and financial support.
- Await nomination confirmation and acceptance by the Secretariat.
👉 Apply here: OPEC Academy Summer Fellowship Programme 2026
