Become a fellow

Apply to take part in our hands-on, participatory design program and join a cohort of other like-minded fellows interested in learning by doing and taking a practical approach to architecture and construction. We work in close collaboration with members of the local community to design, refurbish and construct new social enterprise facilities for vulnerable communities. At the same time, as a fellow you receive entrepreneurship and business training as well as be part of a mentoring program.

Who can be a fellow?

Lesotho citizens, who have graduated in architecture, construction management, engineering, bricklaying, electrical installation, carpentry, plumbing or any other related diploma or degree.

Benefits of our in loco fellowship program include:

Work as part of a team

Work as part of a team of 10 to 15 young construction, engineering and architecture fellows in our exciting knowledge exchange program, improving your chances of employment and gaining valuable skills to start your own projects and entities.

Meet new people

Meet new people and get to learn new cultures, as you learn and work with international construction, engineering, and architecture professionals and students from the USA, Europe, and Asia.

Mentorship opportunities

Mentorship opportunities from industry leading experts who will assist you in making the most of your skills and help you to prepare for a professional career.

Gain practical experience

Gain practical experience and develop a portfolio of your work.

Make a difference

Make a difference to vulnerable local communities.

Applications for this cohort of in loco fellows is now closed.