The TI Founders Leadership Fellows program is open to UT Dallas undergraduate seniors, graduate students and recent graduates (within six months of graduation) who are interested in pursuing a nonprofit career.

The desired candidate will demonstrate a strong interest in learning nonprofit and philanthropic fundraising best practices. No specific nonprofit or fundraising experience is required, but strong research, interpersonal/relational and writing skills are essential.

Top candidates will have a positive, naturally curious attitude, a willingness to connect and form relationships with diverse University constituents and partners, independent initiative and excellent organization and time management abilities.

Minimum accepted GPA is 3.0.

Applications for the 2021-22 fellowship are now closed. Applications for the 2022-23 fellowship will be available in April 2022, please check back here for a link and instructions to apply. 

“The TI Founders Leadership Fellows program provides students with a pathway to careers that make a real difference in our communities. Our fellows will be prepared to take on leadership roles in a variety of nonprofit environments.”

–Shanon Patrick, Associate Vice President for Leadership and Planned Gifts, UT Dallas