IARC Mentorship Fellows Program
The IARC Mentorship Fellows Program is a prestigious, selective training initiative designed to develop leadership, project management, innovation, and mentorship skills in IARC members. Fellows are prepared to take on high-level roles within the club, support studios, mentor peers, and represent the club in professional and academic settings. Completion of the program grants Principal Member status and a resume-worthy title.
2025 Program Timeline:
Winter Break (Virtual, Dec 1–19)
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Week 1 (Dec 1–5): Leadership Fellow
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Week 2 (Dec 8–12): Practice Fellow
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Week 3 (Dec 15–19): Innovation Fellow
Eligibility:
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Must be a current IARC member
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Can apply to multiple Fellowship tracks simultaneously
Review & Selection:
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Applications reviewed by Fellowship program lead
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Selection criteria: motivation, experience, and commitment
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Each track has 5 live spots (small, exclusive cohort)
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Waitlist: Strong applicants not selected for Winter Break may participate asynchronously in Spring Break
Leadership Fellow
Club-wide mentor and representative
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Serve as club mentor and representative
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Lead workshops, charrettes, and club-wide initiatives
Practice Fellow
Partner with Studio Directors to manage projects
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Partner with Studio Directors to manage projects
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Guide members on workflows, schedules, and budgets
Innovation Fellow
Mentor studio projects on technical, creative, and sustainability topics
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Mentor studio projects on technical skills, sustainability, and creative problem-solving
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Develop mini-guides or workshops for members