Students: Your future starts here!

The E+I Fellows program, presented by the Center for Entrepreneurship + Innovation at Grove City College (E+I), is a unique opportunity for current students to hone their skills, build their resume, and support amazing organizations vetted by E+I. Students who are accepted to participate in the program will work with these organizations to further their mission, while being employed by E+I and paid $25/hour for their work.

At the end of each fellowship placement, students can expect to have stronger résumé and real work experience.  They will gain an appreciation for the problems and issues faced by nonprofits, startups, and small businesses while helping to strengthen the regional economy. E+I Fellows will form connections that may lead to job opportunities after graduation.

How it Works

Available placements are posted here

Interested students submit applications

E+I and Host Organizations select Fellows

Fellows work directly with E+I and Host Organization while being paid by E+I

Fellows gain real work experience and start building a strong résumé

The Spring 2026 E+I Fellows cohort is funded by a grant from an anonymous donor.

Student Responsibilities

Below are the expected commitments and responsibilities of an E+I Fellow. These will take place in-person or via Zoom.

Pre-Placement Survey

Before internship placement starts, the E+I Fellow will complete a survey to collect information on the goals and expectations of the student. This will be reviewed again at the end of placement to analyze progress throughout the program.

Onboarding + Orientation

There will be an Orientation Meeting that includes the E+I Fellow, E+I staff, and the Host Organization to discuss the project plan, role expectations, and the definition of success for both parties. Students should research their Host Organization beforehand to learn more about the organization and come with questions. Students will start within their placements following the onboarding and oritentation. 

Kick-Off Event

The E+I Fellow is responsible for attending the Kick-Off Event to meet other Fellows participating in the Spring 2025 cohort and hear from E+I staff on how students can succeed and make the most from their internship experience.

Duties as Assigned by Host Organization

The E+I Fellow is responsible for completing tasks and projects outlined in the orientation and assigned by the Host Organization.

Weekly Progress Reports

The E+I Fellow is required to submit weekly progress reports using pre-determined questions so E+I staff can keep students on track and monitor progress toward pre-established goals and expectations.

Midpoint Check-In

The midpoint check-in meeting with E+I will occur during the week of October 27, 2025. More details to come later. 

Wrap-Up Meeting

The E+I Fellow be required to participate in a wrap-up meeting with E+I staff to provide feedback on the program structure, as well as the specifics of their experience. 

Final Reflection Paper 

The E+I Fellow is required to write a final project summary report to summarize learnings, outcomes, and impact throughout their placement with the Host Organization.

Post-Placement Survey

The E+I Fellow will complete a survey at the end of the placement to collect and analyze the progress and impact of their experience from start to finish.

Become an E+I Fellow

So, you want to be an E+I Fellow? Fantastic! Available placements are always posted below. If you see one that matches your interests and aspirations, we encourage you to apply! Students may only hold one E+I Fellows position at a time.

Please note that freshmen are limited to working 10 hours per week, and sophomores, juniors, and seniors are limited to working 20 hours per week. This maximum number of hours per week is a COMBINED total of all on-campus jobs. Example: If you work 5 hours a week as a TA, you are only eligible to work 15 hours (5 hours if you are a freshman) as an E+I Fellow that week.

Applications open for Spring 2026 open on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 11 AM and close on Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM. 

E+I Fellows Pro Speaker Series

The E+I Pro Speaker Series connects distinguished professionals to current E+I Fellows cohorts at the Center for E+I. Through a combination of formal presentations and sit-down discussions, students gain valuable career and professional development insights. This series equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their internships and future career opportunities.

The Pro Speaker Series sessions are required for all accepted E+I Fellows to attend in the Fall and Spring cohorts.

Spring 2026 Guest Speakers

Kelly Sjol

February 18 @ 4 PM PM in SHAL 308 

Fractional CMO and Founder of Storify Marketing 

Storytelling for Founders

Tricia Pritchard 

March 11 @ 4 PM 

Director of Donor & Community Engagement, Butler County Community College

Professional Communication 

Rob Kunst ’19 

March 18 @ 4 PM

Manager of Global Innovation Delivery Lead, Protiviti  

Life Design + Career Ownership

Ron Kubitz

March 25 @ 4 PM 

Recruitment Director, St. Barnabas Health System 

Networking + Interviewing 

Allison Braund-Harris & Roger Harris 

April 8 @ 4 PM

CEO + CTO of Hardly  

AI For Job Searches + Resumes + Cover Letters 

Ian Harris 

April 22 @ 4 PM in SHAL 202

Associate Director of Employer Relations,
Grove City College Career Services Office   

1:1 Resume Review 

Learn more about the E+I Fellows Program

What’s Next?

The next step in the process is to conduct interviews with the individuals who have expressed interest in open positions. Keep checking for new positions posted here!