Whether you are a new or returning applicant, we encourage you to upload your resume, and a recruiter will get in touch with you within 2-3 days to schedule an informational phone call. This is the perfect opportunity to learn what’s new about the selection process and Fellowship experience before submitting a formal application.

Don’t see your region of interest listed? Our recruiters would still love to connect with you to learn more about the community you’re looking to serve. Additional regions will be added throughout the year, so interested applicants are encouraged to check our website regularly and subscribe for newsletter updates to stay informed of new opportunities.

Next, we’d like to learn about you through our online application. The application consists of questions about your background, qualifications, vision for a locally responsive school, and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The application takes approximately 60-90 minutes to complete. Note that you will not be able to save your work and return, so the online application must be completed in one sitting. 

Time between steps 1-2: Approximately 1-2 weeks

After BES reviews your online application and resume, you may be invited to participate in a video interview, answering a series of questions via webcam from the point of view of a proposed school leader. As a small team, we aren’t able to invite everyone to take part in a live interview with a recruiter, so we want to give qualified candidates the opportunity to speak about their experiences and vision for a school.

This step typically takes approximately 45-75 minutes. Candidates are advised to be in a quiet place. This does not need to be scheduled and requires no preparation.

Time between steps 2-3: Approximately 2-3 weeks

After BES reviews video interview submissions, select candidates are invited to participate in a 45-60 minute Zoom interview with a member of the selection committee. In preparation for this interview, candidates are asked to do pre-work to learn more about their proposed region and their rationale for their school model.  

Time between steps 3-4: Approximately 2-4 weeks

After the first Zoom interview, select applicants will be invited to participate in the final interview process, which consists of a performance task that is completed independently followed by a final virtual interview with members of the BES Leadership and Fellowship teams.

Time between steps 4-5: Approximately 2-6 weeks

Depending on the Fellowship track and/or region, candidates may be asked to interview with local partners or funders before a final decision is made. In these instances, the selection of a candidate is a mutual decision between BES and the partner organization, with BES managing the process to ensure consistency and equity.

Please email recruiting@bes.org with questions about the application process.

Time between step 5 and a final decision may vary depending on partner requirements and processes.