Are you a young professional passionate about sustainable energy? The Enel Foundation Open Global Power Program 2026 offers a chance to build skills for the global energy transition. This program targets people from Africa, Brazil, and Chile. It provides training in technical, regulatory, and business areas. Applications close on May 15, 2026.
Program Overview
The Open Global Power Program is the next step from earlier initiatives like Open Africa Power and Open Brazil Power. It creates one global platform for learning, policy talks, and networking in sustainable energy. The goal is to prepare energy leaders for a fair and innovative shift to clean power.
This 2026 edition mixes global lessons with region-focused paths. Participants complete online modules and some attend an in-person event. Partners include top schools from Italy, Africa, Brazil, Chile, and other places. Expect about 6 hours per week for most online parts.
Program Structure
The program has four main parts. Each builds skills step by step.
1. Foundational Module
This online module lasts 4 weeks. All selected participants join. It covers basic topics in sustainable energy. Plan for about 6 hours each week. It sets the base for later modules.
2. Global Policy and Regulation Module
This part runs online with self-paced and live sessions. It spans about 4 months, but not every week. Everyone takes it. Focus areas include energy policies and rules worldwide.
3. Territorial Modules
These online sessions last 4 weeks. They match your region, like Africa, Brazil, or Chile. Expect 4 to 8 hours per week. All participants complete them. Content fits local energy challenges.
4. Final Residential Module in Italy
Top performers, about 10% of participants, attend this in-person week in Italy. It wraps up the program with hands-on work and networking.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, you must fit these rules:
- Age 24 to 35 by April 13, 2026.
- Citizen of an African country, Brazil, or Chile.
- Live in one of those places now or plan to move there by end of 2026.
- Able to travel to Italy. Check visa rules early.
- Hold a PhD, MBA, or Master’s degree (like MSc, LLM, MPP) by April 13, 2026. At least one degree from an African, Brazilian, or Chilean university based on your citizenship. No current undergrads, Bachelor’s-only holders, or ongoing Master’s students.
- Show skills and interest in energy or electricity careers, public or private.
- Fluent in English at CEFR C1 level. Prove it with a certificate or a degree taught fully in English.
How to Apply
Submit these in English as PDF files:
- Your CV.
- Bachelor’s and Master’s degree certificates (plus MBA/PhD if any) and transcripts.
- Passport copy.
- Motivation letter, max 700 words.
- Two reference letters from industry, academic, or government contacts.
Apply by May 15, 2026. For details, visit the official Enel Foundation page. This program can boost your career in sustainable energy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the Enel Foundation Open Global Power Program 2026?
You must be 24-35 years old by April 13, 2026, a citizen of an African country, Brazil, or Chile, hold a Master’s or higher degree, and have English fluency at C1 level.
What is the deadline to apply?
Applications close on May 15, 2026.
What does the program structure include?
It has four parts: a 4-week foundational module, a 4-month global policy module, 4-week territorial modules, and an optional in-person week in Italy for top performers.
How do I submit my application?
Send your CV, degree certificates, passport copy, motivation letter (max 700 words), and two reference letters as PDFs in English via the official Enel Foundation page.
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