Become a Fellow

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Spend a Summer Teaching. Spend a Lifetime Leading.

Join the premier summer teaching program designed for undergraduates of all majors and career aspirations. For more than 40 years, Breakthrough Collaborative has supported students from underserved communities across the country, on their path to college—working with them during summers and through out-of-school time programs. During a summer teaching residency with Breakthrough, you will gain valuable classroom experience and grow your leadership skills in a fun and supportive community.

Your Breakthrough begins here:

  • Receive 100+ hours of training and continued coaching from professional educators
  • Participate in a nine-week summer program with living stipend
  • Develop skills in presentation, public-speaking, collaboration, and leadership
  • Teach academic and enrichment classes at one of our 25 affiliates
  • Learn classroom management, instructional strategies, and feedback techniques
  • Work with a diverse group of motivated students, undergraduates, and professionals in a hard-working and fun community

Summer 2027 Application Process

Thank you for your interest in Breakthrough’s Teaching Fellowship! The 2027 Teaching Fellow Application will be available Oct 8, 2026. Submit your interest form for 2027 today by following the link below.

Early Application Deadline January 14, 2027
Regular Decision Deadline February 25, 2027

2027 Teaching Fellow Interest Form

Choose from Programs Across the Country

When applying, you will rank your top locations. Your application will be reviewed by our selection committees.

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Learn More About Our Affiliates
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The Breakthrough Teaching Fellowship is open to undergraduates of all majors—no education coursework required. As a Teaching Fellow, you’ll gain hands-on experience leading instruction and working closely with students—preparing you to excel as a future educator or wherever your career takes you. Whether you’re exploring a path in education or another field, the fellowship builds leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills that last a lifetime.

Learn More About Our Impact

One Summer. A Lifetime of Impact.

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