Become a Fellow

Join the next generation of change-makers

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Follow your Passion

Choose from five service tracks

Entrepreneurial Support

Engage with Tulsa’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, where technology drives employment growth.

Past Placement Sites Include:

Note: The organizations listed are examples of past placements and may not represent current or available opportunities.

Social Impact

Make a difference by working and leading with Tulsa’s prominent nonprofit community and public programs.

Past Placement Sites Include:

Note: The organizations listed are examples of past placements and may not represent current or available opportunities.

Civic Leadership

Work in one of the nation’s most innovative, data-driven Mayor’s offices.

Past Placement Sites Include:

Note: The organizations listed are examples of past placements and may not represent current or available opportunities.

Arts & Culture or Education

Get hands on with Tulsa’s public-private arts and education programs.

Past Placement Sites Include:

Note: The organizations listed are examples of past placements and may not represent current or available opportunities.

The Application Process

What to expect

Applying is simple. Just complete the form below, and a Tulsa Service Year program manager will reach out to you to discuss next steps.

here's how it works

01

Submit your application and be contacted by the Tulsa Service Year team

02

Interview with entrepreneurs and leaders in your field

03

Get accepted and finalize your program placement

04

Plan your move to Tulsa and meet your cohort

A few things to note:

Aug 2021-Aug 2022

Dates that Tulsa Service Year will be running

4 year degree

Applicants will be given priority

Adapting to COVID-19

Service is more important now than ever before, and we are ensuring safety.

Tulsa Service Year will be operational in 2021-2022, adhering to CDC best-practices and guidelines for social distancing. At times, this may mean more virtual programming. We know that many of you have had jobs, fellowships, and service work canceled in light of the pandemic. Our promise is to remain in operation, remain impactful, and remain safe.

Catch the Buzz

In addition to its social programs, find out why Tulsa is gaining more attention as a great place to live and play.

Get Plugged In

Our city's nonprofit work

Grow with Professional Development

grow your network

Greenwood Cultural Center

Black Wall Street Times

MisFest Women's Music Festival

Oklahomans for Equality

TU Diwali Festival of Lights

La Fiesta de Tulsa

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Fire in Little Africa

Gathering Place

Cain's Ballroom

BOK Center

Duet Jazz Club

The year you will remember for the rest of your life

Welcoming recent college graduates from all across the United States to apply. 

About The Fellow Experience

Program Details

Yearlong

Start date in May

$40,000

Annual salary (which goes a long way in Tulsa)

$2,500

Signing bonus to be used for relocation

Lifelong

Friendships and connections with influential Tulsans, as well as skills for a high impact career

Quote from:

Aria, TSY Fellow at The Oklahoma Center for Community and Justice

"During recruitment I could see the dedication to TSY and the city of Tulsa. I loved seeing people who looked like me involved in something bigger than their own lives and I wanted to also be a part of something bigger than myself. I knew I would grow and serve in purpose."

Quote from:

Brandon, TSY Fellow at Terence Crutcher Foundation

"I chose Tulsa Service Year because it provides the opportunity to directly work in the field you want to work in while you’re also able to see tangible change in the community you’re working in."

Quote from:

Sujeiry, TSY Alumni

"I stayed in Tulsa because I wanted to continue the work I started here during my time with TSY and continue building community with leaders to create a Tulsa that can be a home to all."

Hear From Our Fellows

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Tulsa Service Year fellows get hands-on experience working full-time at one of the several organizations in Tulsa’s ecosystem. Interested in joining our cohort of ambitious, like-minded college grads? Sign up to get reminded of upcoming deadlines to make sure you don't miss your chance!

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Recruitment Timeline

2025 COHORT

Applications Open

Oct 28, 2024

Step
01

Using the application, candidates share their basic information, academic and demographic background, and upload a current resume.

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Applications Close

Nov 22, 2024

First Round Interviews: TSY Team

Week of Jan 20, 2025

Step
02

In this round, we learn more about candidates’ interest in Tulsa Service Year and commitment to leadership development and community engagement.

Second Round: Employer Partners

Feb 3-14, 2025

Step
03

Candidates invited to the second round will interview with our host organizations. This final step helps us determine if Tulsa Service Year is a good fit for the candidate and host organization.

Offers Extended

Feb 28, 2025

Step
04

Placements are finalized based on a mutual matching process. This ensures all fellows and host organizations are set up for a successful Service Year.

Offer Acceptance Deadline

March 7, 2025

Welcome to TUL Week

May 27-30, 2025

Fellow Start Date

May 27, 2025

Fellow End Date

May 22, 2026