Become a NextGen Fellow - The Diabetes Link

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Applications are now closed for the 2023 NextGen Fellowship.

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NextGen Fellowship

The NextGen Fellowship is a highly-exclusive opportunity for young adults looking to jumpstart their careers in the diabetes sector. Meet the new 2023 fellows.

NextGen Fellow Experience:

One-on-one mentorship from a leading industry professional working in your field of interest.
Attendance at a national diabetes conference to discover sector innovations in real-time, and network with leaders in the diabetes industry.
Guaranteed access to sessions with leading researchers, care professionals, and experts reporting on the leading-edge of the diabetes sector.
A network of your peers, the future best and brightest in the field.

NextGen Graduates are currently:

In medical and nursing school.
Working in the field at companies like Sanofi and Dexcom.
Conducting groundbreaking diabetes research at top academic institutions like University of Michigan.
Working in advocacy roles at the Diabetes Link and other amazing organizations.

Fellowship Details:

The NextGen Fellowship offers two tracks;

Cohort A: Diabetes Research and Technology
Cohort B: Clinical Care, Education and Patient Advocacy

You must indicate your desired track when applying.

Want to apply? Be notified as soon as the application opens.

Interested in becoming a mentor?

The Diabetes Link is seeking a wide variety of professionals in the diabetes field. If you are passionate about helping the next generation of leaders learn more about our mentor program and apply here.

Apply to this cohort if you are interested in the cutting-edge of diabetes research and technology. This cohort will feature speakers and mentors working in the forefront of medical and technology research. Fellows do not need to have extensive or technical knowledge of biology, but should be interested in research and technology. Possible academic majors include biology, chemistry, biotech, engineering, psychology, research methods, or any major with an emphasis on practical and applied research. Fellows in this cohort must be available to attend the ADA Scientific Sessions conference from June 21-27, 2023 in San Diego, California.

Apply to this cohort if you are passionate about patient care, education or advocacy. This cohort will feature speakers and mentors who are on the front lines of caring for diabetes patients like CDCES’, endocrinologists and social workers as well as leaders in patient advocacy and public health. You will meet with leaders who are working to advance and expand the ways in which diabetes is treated in patients, our communities, and legislation. Fellows hoping to pursue a degree in medicine, nursing, community health, social work, psychology, nutrition/dietetics, or public health will thrive in this cohort. Fellows in this cohort must be available to attend the ADCES Conference from August 3-7, 2023 in Houston, Texas.

Each Cohort Will Feature

Weekly interactive virtual sessions with industry experts. Hear from the movers and shakers in the diabetes field directly, ask them questions, and build your foundation of knowledge. Topics include ‘Diabetes Technology–what’s new and what’s next’, and ‘Cultural Competency: Caring for patients from diverse backgrounds’. Fellows should expect to have pre-reading for each weekly session in order to prepare them to make the best use of our experts’ time. Come ready to share your voice and perspective, and to learn from your peers!

All fellows will be matched one on one with a mentor in the diabetes field that is doing the work. These deep personal connections will help you workshop your skills, understand the summit material more deeply, and network with people who can help you find a job or internship in the field. These connections last beyond the fellowship and can shape the start of your career! Past mentors have been endocrinologists, researchers, industry executives,

We work hard to match each fellow to a mentor that is aligned with their individual interests and career goals.

NextGen Fellowship Program