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GWV Fellowship

Generation West Virginia

Applications for the Class of 2026 are now open!

The GWV Fellowship is now accepting applications for the Class of 2026! If you are a young West Virginian looking for opportunities to accelerate your career, grow your network and experience adventure in the Mountain State, we encourage you to apply.

Applications will close January 15, 2026.

If you are a young West Virginian looking for opportunities to accelerate your career, grow your network and experience adventure in the Mountain State, we encourage you to apply for the Class of 2026.

Applicant Requirements:

  • This program is for West Virginians in the first few years of their career who are motivated and eager to take the next step in furthering their careers.
  • This program is for young professionals that live or work in West Virginia.
  • If admitted into the program, Fellows are required to attend no less than seven sessions, with attendance of all highly encouraged.
  • The GWV Fellowship is open to young professionals in all industries.

Class of 2026

  • Applications Open November 24, 2025
  • Applications Close January 15, 2026
  • Welcome to the Fellowship – March 4, 2026

    Virtual Info Session – Mandatory

  • Session 1 – March 19 – 20, 2026

    Morgantown, WV – Mandatory Orientation

  • Session 2 – April 17, 2026

    Virtual

  • Session 3 – May 7-8, 2026

    New River Gorge National Park

  • Session 4 – June 5, 2026

    Virtual

  • Session 5 – June 25-26, 2026

    Mingo County

  • Session 6 – July 10, 2026

    Virtual

  • Session 7 – August 6-7, 2026

    Charleston

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