About the Fellowship
Techademics Institute’s Futurism Fellowship is a two-year development program for underrepresented Colombians who are using technology to create better communities and solve some of the country’s most pressing challenges.
Who should apply? Software engineers, data analysis, data sciences, UI/UX designers, product managers, and/or program managers who are early- or mid-career technologists, or in the midst of a career pivot.
Over the course of the two-year program, the Futurism Fellowship will provide:
Skill-building and development,
Mentorship, and
Financial support
Ultimately, this two-year program will equip underrepresented Colombians with financial investment, career changing tools, and the professional resources needed to:
Access high-growth, international careers, and
Grow and scale big ideas and early-state startups that will help shape a better future.
The Futurism Fellowship will be offered in English and Spanish. Fellows must have some fluency in English.
Who is Eligible?
Eligibility Criteria
Individuals between the ages of 25 - 45;
Individuals who are able to travel to Medellín for in-person meetings at least twice a year;
Individuals currently living and working in Colombia;
Individuals who can work in collaboration with others; and
Individuals who can and will make a two-year commitment to this program
Two-Year Fellowship Commitment & Responsibilities
Before being admitted into this two-year Fellowship, you will have to agree to the following time commitments and responsibilities:
Complete quarterly programming and upskilling benchmarks set by fellowship
Biannual in-person fellow meet ups in Medellín (2x a year)
Quarterly virtual meetings with Fellowship Directors (4x a year)
Quarterly virtual or in-person meetings with mentor (4x a year)
Produce project in collaboration with fellows during first year of fellowship
Produce individual project during second year of fellowship
Application Timeline
Application Open: Monday, April 7 - Sunday, May 4 at 11:59PM (GMT)
First Round of Interviews (virtual): Thursday, May 15 - Friday, May 16. Interviews will be 30 minutes. Interviews will be scheduled during the following time slots:
1:00pm - 3:30pm GMT
4:00pm - 6:00pm GMT
Second Round of in person Interviews (in Medellín): Thursday, May 22. Interviews will be 30 - 40 minutes. Interviews will be scheduled during the following time slots:
12:00pm - 3:00pm GMT
4:00pm - 7:00pm GMT
2025 - 2027 Futurism Fellowship Reception (in Medellín): Friday, May 23
2025 - 2027 Futurism Fellows Dinner (in Medellín): Saturday, May 24
Fellowship Begins: July 2025
Applicants are encouraged to hold all dates on their calendar. If invited, participation in interviews is required on the dates listed. No exceptions will be made.
Futurism Fellowship Selection Committee
The central instrument for awarding the Futurism Fellowship is an interdisciplinary selection committee. In a reporting system, committee members comment on the applications assigned to them. All decisions are discussed and made jointly by the interdisciplinary committee. Selection of the Futurism Fellows requires the approval of the Techademics Institute’s directors.
The selection committee includes:
Colombia-born tech industry leaders
Colombia-based business, government, and civic leaders
U.S.-based technology and business leaders
This composition ensures an appropriate technical, non-biased assessment of the applications, which is complemented by the integration of institutional knowledge on strategic and structural aspects.
Additionally, the following aspects of the committee are taken into account:
Balanced age and gender distribution;
Balance of regional distribution; and
Balance of industry and community understanding
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Over the past few years we have learned more about Columbia and its emerging and thriving technology sector. We have also met some amazing people and talent during this time and are committed to helping to make sure that all Columbians have Access to the opportunities that are available in a growing sector. The Futurism Fellowship is an initial step in supporting the leaders in Colombia.
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The Techademics Institute will be providing scholarships for all fellows to participate in the 2 year program. Fellows will need to travel to Medellin or other locations in Columbia for any in person sessions. Any applicant is encouraged to speak with us if the travel may be an issue for their participation.
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This year will be the inaugural cohort for the fellowship, we are excited to select the initial leaders that will set the standard for many to come. The fellowship was designed based on successful fellowships such as Aspen Institute and Eisenhower Fellows.