Overview
The IDEX Fellowship is a paid 10-month field placement in a social enterprise that offers cultural and social immersion into the field of social enterprise for college graduates interested in launching a career in the sector. Fellows are strategically placed to work with entrepreneurs to develop a blueprint for change. IDEX Fellows work in social enterprises span across five focus areas:
- Market Knowledge & Insights
- Strategy & Operations
- Business Development
- Innovation & Sustainability
- Impact Assessment & Analysis
IDEX Fellowship for Social Enterprise is now accepting applications for the 2012-2013 cohort. IDEX is an initiative of Gray Matters Capital Foundation (GMC) and Gray Ghost Ventures (GGV). GMC and GGV have are dedicated to providing market-based capital solutions to entrepreneurs who are addressing the needs of low-income communities in emerging markets. Depending upon the need and opportunity, we serve as a co-creator, catalytic donor or impact investor.
GMC is equally committed to addressing the human capital gap that exists in the social enterprise sector. IDEX offers a unique opportunity for aspiring practitioners and young professionals to pursue a career path that positively impacts their lives and the lives of others. GMC believes it is through a pipeline of experienced, knowledgeable and innovative practitioners that socially motivated enterprises can sustain growth to better serve their clients base and create change in their local communities.
