In collaboration with Moody’s Corporation, a global integrated risk assessment company, this program introduces Moody’s Fellows to the variety of social science-focused subject matters and roles within Corporate America.
Moody’s Fellowship
This course combines self-study, in-person learning, and mentorship on topics like community impact, sustainability, and government relations. Students will also explore Moody’s mission, values, and how corporate and government affairs integrate into its operations.
Hosted by Moody’s Corporate and Government Affairs division, the program includes on-site career prep workshops and one-on-one mentoring sessions.
$2K
Stipend
1
Academic Credit
Open to all Schools and Majors
Application Details
Application Process
- Read the fellowship description and ensure that you meet all the requirements.
- Complete and submit the application form, including your responses to the essay questions, your resume, and your transcript
Application Materials
Please upload your resume, transcript, and responses to these two questions through the application form.
- Essay Prompt 1: Why are you interested in corporate America? Upload an essay that is between 250 and 500 words.
- Essay Prompt 2: Choose one of Moody’s focus areas—community impact, sustainability, government relations, marketing, or HR—and describe a challenge in that field that inspires you. How would this fellowship help you address that challenge? Upload an essay that is between 250 and 500 words.
Program Details
This program is open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors from all majors, with a special focus on Sociology, Psychology, Political Science, and Journalism students. Participants who complete the course will receive a $2,500 academic stipend and gain insights from mentorship meetings, professional development workshops, and leadership-building exercises led by Moody’s professionals.
- MUST be a current sophomore, junior, or senior student (All majors welcome to apply)
- MUST have a 3.0+ GPA
- MUST submit a resume
- MUST provide written response to the two essay prompts
Fellows will receive a $2,500 stipend for the program.
Students must commit to participate in all 5 on-site career prep
workshops (Thursdays 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM) and 10 one-on-one mentoring sessions.
Contact Us
Have any questions?
We’re here to assist! Whether you’re a student, a member of the alumni, or part of the community, don’t hesitate to reach out to the Office of Student Success for more information or support.
Office of Student Success
North Academic Center, Rooms 6/270 to 6/288
160 Convent Avenue, New York, NY 10031
p. 212.650.8663
Office Hours: Monday to Friday 9.30am -5.00pm
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NAC 6/288
Christine Garmendiz
Fellowships and Student Success Program Manager
NAC 6/278
Sarah Dyer
Director of Corporate Partnerships
212-650-8593
Debbie Cheng
Director of Fellowships and Public Service Partnerships
FAQ’s
Yes! The Moody’s Fellowship is open to all full-time undergraduate students at CCNY, regardless of major, GPA, or citizenship status. However, you must be able to take the seminar and cannot have already completed it.
Fellows will get a $2,500 stipend for completing the fellowship. You’ll also be part of a cohort of like-minded students from across CCNY, who you’ll get to know well over the course of the fellowship. Fellowships provide current and practical job knowledge, personalized career coaching and mentoring, as well as professional networking advantage.
You have to be able to take the class during its scheduled time.
Submit the application form linked above in this same page, and make sure to include your resume, transcripts, and essay response.
Get started on your application early – don’t put this off until the last minute! Use as much space as allotted for your essay responses, since this will enable the readers to learn more about you and your interests. Ask a friend or family member to provide feedback on your essays and help you improve them. Talk to previous or current fellows about their experiences so that you have a better understanding of the program as you’re applying.
Yes, you can apply to all fellowships you are eligible for. However, you may only be accepted into 1 fellowship per semester.
If you’re a Colin Powell School major, check out our Paid Internships Program. While not a fellowship, you can get valuable internship experience in the field of your choice.
