Beyond The States Leadership Fellowship 

The Beyond The States (BTS) Leadership Fellowship is a paid opportunity for current students studying in Europe to represent BTS through authentic storytelling, community engagement, and peer mentorship. Fellows share their experiences abroad to help future students make informed decisions—while earning a monthly stipend and referral commissions for their contributions.

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MONTHLY DELIVERABLES

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Content Creation

Each month, Fellows will:
Create three short vertical videos (15–30 seconds) for Instagram, TikTok or Reels. Themes may include academics, travel, culture, dorm life, or trending student topics.

Post three Instagram Stories tagging @BeyondTheStates to showcase authentic moments from daily life abroad.

Produce one long-form YouTube video (2–5 minutes) highlighting a unique aspect of studying in Europe, such as campus life, budgeting, or cultural experiences.

  • Fellows only need to provide raw clips; the BTS team handles all editing and publishing.
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Writing & Community

  • Submit one written article every other month. Topics can be chosen from BTS prompts or proposed by the Fellow.
  • Contribute at least 15 meaningful posts or replies each month in the BTS Community hub, helping answer questions and share advice with other students.
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Live Participation

  • Participate in BTS live Q&A or webinars as needed to share firsthand insights with prospective students.

Compensation & Perks

  • $300 USD per month stipend, paid via Wise.
  • 10% commission on any memberships or services purchased through the Fellow’s unique referral link (via the BTS Influencer Program).
  • Certificate of Completion and LinkedIn badge recognizing Fellows as official “BTS Leadership Fellows.”
  • Spotlight features on the BTS website, social media channels and newsletters.
  • End-of-year recognition for top-performing Fellows.

Expectations

  • Submit all content by the final week of each month.
  • Maintain a positive, helpful, and professional presence within the BTS community.
  • Represent BTS authentically, accurately, and in alignment with brand values.
  • Participate in occasional feedback or planning sessions with the BTS team.

Requirements

  • Must be currently enrolled in a degree program in Europe
  • Passionate about international education and cultural exchange
  • Social media savvy – familiar with platforms like Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube
  • Content creation skills – able to film engaging videos
  • Comfortable speaking on camera

Support Provided

  • Detailed monthly content calendar and topic prompts.
  • Access to approved BTS branding materials (logos, intros, hashtags).
  • Editing, posting, and scheduling handled entirely by the BTS team.
  • Monthly check-in with our BTS Social Media Manager
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