MIT Sloan Sustainability Initiative
Sloan Impact Fund
Ready to make an impact this summer?
See how the Sloan Impact Fund can empower you to make a difference.
The MIT Sloan Impact Fund fellowships provide funding to a limited number of students taking on important societal and sustainability challenges during their summer internship period. Students apply in April of their first year, and awards are announced in May. Funding is provided by the Dean’s Office. These internships are self-sourced.
SIF Eligibility
2025 SIF Internship Program:
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2025 Timeline
Applications open Monday, March 31, 2025
Round I Application Deadline: Friday, April 18th
Round II Application Deadline: Friday, May 2nd
Payments will be processed the first week of June 2025
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Student Application
To apply, students must submit the below application.
*NOTE: See below for the required employer survey internship hosts must fill out in order for you to be eligible.
*NOTE: Part of the application process includes two essay questions. Please see the essay questions below.
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Employer/Host Application
For your application to be eligible, ensure your employer/internship host submits the below.
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Student Application Essay Questions
Essay 1: Career Alignment & Motivation (500 words max)
Why this organization/internship? How does it align with your career goals? Consider:
–The organization’s mission and impact
–How this role fits your professional growth
–Skills and networks you hope to gain
Essay 2: Internship Scope & Impact (500 words max)
Describe your role, responsibilities, and expected impact:
–Specific role and challenge addressed
–Expected deliverables and measurable outcomes
–Applying management skills from MIT Sloan and prior experience
This experience has highlighted the importance of integrating sustainability into every aspect of business, from the services we offer to the processes we use to deliver them. This perspective will be invaluable as I continue to explore the role of sustainability in business.