InteRussia Energy Fellowship 2026, Russia (Funded Training for Latin American Energy Professionals)
Applications are now open for the InteRussia Energy Fellowship 2026, a funded short-term professional training programme in Russia designed for Latin American energy specialists. Hosted by St. Petersburg State University of Economics, this fellowship offers participants the chance to gain direct exposure to Russia’s energy institutions, industry leaders, and policy frameworks.
The programme is designed for early- to mid-career professionals in the energy sector who want to strengthen their understanding of global energy systems, policy development, and energy infrastructure management.
Running from 27 July to 22 August 2026, the fellowship combines academic sessions, institutional visits, workshops, and a final research project, providing a valuable international learning experience for professionals from Latin America.
Degree Level
The InteRussia Energy Fellowship 2026 is a non-degree professional fellowship programme. It is intended for working professionals and energy sector specialists rather than undergraduate or postgraduate students.
Available Subjects
The fellowship is available for applicants working in energy-related areas, including:
- Energy Policy
- Energy Infrastructure
- Energy Markets
- Sustainable Energy
- Oil and Gas
- International Energy Relations
- Energy Economics
- Global Energy Governance
Benefits
Selected fellows will receive:
- Round-trip international airfare
- Accommodation in shared dormitory rooms
- A stipend of 30,000 Russian Rubles
- Academic lectures by energy experts
- Institutional visits to:
- The Ministry of Energy of the Russian Federation
- Gazprom
- Rosatom
- Workshops on global energy policy and transitions
- Opportunity to complete a final research project on their country’s energy sector
This fellowship offers practical exposure to Russian energy systems and institutions, making it particularly valuable for specialists interested in international energy cooperation.
Eligible Nationalities
The fellowship is open to applicants from Latin American countries.
Eligible participants must hold citizenship in a Latin American nation and meet all programme requirements.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the InteRussia Energy Fellowship 2026, applicants must:
- Be a citizen of a Latin American country
- Be between 21 and 40 years old
- Have at least B2-level English proficiency
- Work or have academic background in the energy sector
- Have no current academic or professional affiliation with Russian institutions
- Be interested in international energy systems and policy development
Applicants with relevant professional experience and strong motivation in the energy sector are encouraged to apply.
Application Procedure
Required Documents
Applicants are generally required to submit:
- Completed online application form
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Portfolio or professional profile link
- Supporting information related to professional background
Candidates should ensure that all information is complete before final submission.
How to Apply
To apply for the InteRussia Energy Fellowship 2026, follow these steps:
- Visit the official Gorchakov Fund application portal
- Register and complete the online application form
- Upload your CV and portfolio link
- Review all entered information carefully
- Submit the application before the deadline
- Confirm that the submission status is successful
Applicants are advised to prepare their documents early to avoid last-minute submission issues.
Application Deadline
The last date to apply for the InteRussia Energy Fellowship 2026 is:
3 May 2026 (23:59 Moscow Time)
Applications submitted after the deadline may not be considered.
