ROI’s 10-month Career Coaching Fellowship strengthens the skills of individuals serving in career coaching roles throughout the 11 counties of the Indiana Uplands. The fellowship grows leadership and expertise by providing fellows the opportunity to

  • participate in new learning through monthly professional development, 
  • develop an understanding of Uplands key industry sectors and career opportunities through industry tours and career information sessions, 
  • connect with regional and state-wide partners and resources, 
  • increase capacity for connecting students with a relevant path to success through the 6- E’s: explore, engage, and experience opportunities that lead to employment, enrollment, or enlistment. 
  • learn effective strategies to meet the requirements of the new high school diploma,
  • deepen an understanding of high-quality Career Discovery Meetings and work-based learning models, and 
  • become part of a regional Career Coaching Network.  

Ultimately, the goal is to activate a cohort of individuals across the region who will

  • provide support to students aligned with opportunities available in the region, 
  • share research-based innovative practices with colleagues and district leaders, 
  • be better prepared to implement and support the state initiatives specific to the new high school diploma, and
  • increase the number of college and career-ready students pursuing and completing relevant pathways that lead to postsecondary opportunities. 

Nominations for the 2025-2026 STEM Fellowship

Priority for the 2025-26 cohort will be Planning for College and Career (PCC) teachers and career coaches. Principals or superintendents may nominate teacher(s) from their building/district via ROI’s online grant portal. Deadline for nominations is April 18, 2025. Selected nominees will be invited to apply for each of the fellowships.

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View Fellowship Application Guidelines (PDF)

Questions? Contact: Jen Staab, Career Connections Specialist, jenstaab@regionalopportunityinc.org.

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