Mozilla Foundation Fellows Program 2027–2028: Fully Funded Fellowships Worth Up to $125,000
The Mozilla Foundation Fellows Program 2027–2028 is now accepting applications from innovative researchers, technology professionals, entrepreneurs and builders working to create a more open, inclusive and trustworthy internet.
Mozilla Foundation will award 10 fellowships for the 2027–2028 programme, offering successful applicants up to $125,000 over 12 months. The programme also provides access to a global network of more than 200 former fellows across 37 countries.
The fellowship supports individuals developing practical solutions to challenges involving technology, digital rights, artificial intelligence, internet governance and the future of the digital world.
Applications are open under two fellowship tracks: Embedded and Independent.
Letters of Intent must be submitted by 17 December 2026.
About the Mozilla Foundation Fellows Program
Since 2011, Mozilla Foundation has supported more than 200 fellows working to ensure that technology serves people and communities.
The fellowship is designed for individuals who are developing practical solutions to emerging technology challenges. Rather than focusing exclusively on research proposals or theoretical ideas, Mozilla looks for applicants who have demonstrated their ability to build, test and implement solutions.
Successful fellows become part of an international community of innovators, researchers, technologists and leaders working towards a more equitable digital future.
Many former fellows have gone on to establish organisations, lead initiatives and influence technology policy.
Fellowship Benefits
The Mozilla Foundation Fellows Program offers substantial financial and professional support.
Successful applicants can receive:
- Funding: Up to $125,000 over 12 months.
- Duration: A 12-month fellowship.
- Global network: Access to a community of more than 200 former fellows across 37 countries.
- Professional development: Opportunities to strengthen leadership, innovation and technology-building capabilities.
- Collaboration: Engagement with other fellows, technology experts and organisations.
- Visibility: Opportunities to showcase projects and contribute to conversations about the future of technology.
Mozilla Foundation will award 10 fellowships for the 2027–2028 cycle.
Available Fellowship Tracks
The 2027 call for applications offers two fellowship tracks:
1. Embedded Fellowship
This track is designed for fellows undertaking their work in an embedded setting. Applicants should consult the official call for details about the placement structure, expectations and eligibility requirements.
2. Independent Fellowship
This track supports fellows pursuing independent projects and initiatives aligned with Mozilla Foundation’s mission.
Applicants should review the official application guidelines to determine which track best matches their proposed work.
Who Should Apply?
Mozilla Foundation is looking for builders at different stages of their professional journeys.
The ideal candidate may be someone who has already developed a project, technology or initiative but has not yet gained widespread recognition, or an established leader ready to undertake more ambitious, field-defining work.
The foundation evaluates applicants against three main qualities:
1. Trailblazing
Applicants should demonstrate a willingness to challenge existing approaches and develop new solutions to emerging technology challenges.
2. Rigorous
Candidates should provide evidence of their ability to build and implement projects. Mozilla is particularly interested in work that has already been tested, deployed or used by communities.
3. Community-driven
Successful fellows should demonstrate a commitment to working alongside communities rather than simply developing solutions for them.
Applicants are encouraged to provide evidence of their work, including repositories, demonstrations, datasets, published papers, deployments or other tangible outputs.
What Types of Projects Are Encouraged?
The programme supports ambitious projects that advance technology in the public interest.
Potential areas of relevance include:
- Artificial intelligence and responsible technology.
- Digital rights and online privacy.
- Internet governance and accountability.
- Open-source technology.
- Community-led digital innovation.
- Digital inclusion and equitable access.
- Technology policy and public interest research.
- Alternative digital infrastructure and decentralised systems.
Applicants should demonstrate how their work contributes to Mozilla’s broader mission of building a healthier internet.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit a Letter of Intent through the official Mozilla Foundation application process.
Before applying, candidates should:
- Review the 2027 call for applications.
- Identify the fellowship track that best suits their project.
- Clearly explain the problem their work seeks to address.
- Demonstrate evidence of previous work and practical achievements.
- Explain how their project will contribute to a more equitable and trustworthy digital environment.
- Submit their Letter of Intent before the deadline.
Applicants should consult the official application page for the complete requirements and submission instructions.
Application Deadline
The deadline for submitting Letters of Intent is:
17 December 2026 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time (UTC-8).
The fellowships are expected to begin in June 2027 and run for 12 months.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their expressions of interest well before the closing date.
Why Apply for the Mozilla Foundation Fellowship?
The Mozilla Foundation Fellows Program offers more than financial support. It provides an opportunity to develop practical technology solutions, connect with an international network of innovators and contribute to important conversations about the future of the internet.
For entrepreneurs, researchers, technologists and public-interest innovators, the programme offers an opportunity to turn ambitious ideas into practical solutions with the potential for lasting impact.
If you are building technology that puts people and communities first, consider applying for the 2027–2028 Mozilla Foundation Fellows Program.
