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Fellow applications are now open for the Michigan Mobility Fellows program!

CEDAM is partnering with the State of Michigan’s Office of Future Mobility and Electrification, Michigan Central, and Wayne State University to launch Cohort 2 of the Michigan Mobility Fellows (MMF) program.

The MI Mobility Fellows (MMF) Program is a 15-month, highly selective fellowship designed to strengthen Michigan’s transportation and mobility ecosystem. The program aims to make Michigan’s mobility future more inclusive, accessible, and sustainable—improving the way people, goods, and ideas move across the state. Early-career professionals from across the country are placed with host organizations where they gain hands-on experience addressing real mobility challenges.

The fellowship term for Cohort 2 is June 16, 2026 - September 17, 2027.

This program aims to make Michigan’s mobility future more inclusive, accessible, and sustainable—improving the way people, goods, and ideas move across the state. We define mobility as the movement of people, goods, and information using clean energy across land, water, and air. 

Core Values 

● Equity: Prioritizing accessibility and fairness in transportation systems and mobility solutions

 ● Innovation: Integrating current and future technology and emerging trends into practical applications

 ● Collaboration: Building cross-sector partnerships across Michigan’s mobility landscape 


Host Sites

Fellows receive $75,000 in total salary over the course of the fellowship ($60,000 per year) and must be a recent graduate (within two years of graduation, including those expected to graduate in Spring 2026) of any degree. 

Host sites for cohort two include:  

  • Washtenaw County Facilities Management & Resiliency Office (Ypsilanti/Ann Arbor, MI) 
  • Arbor SPARK (Ann Arbor, MI) 
  • Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, Office of the Great Lakes (Lansing, MI) 
  • Groundwork Center for Resilient Communities (Traverse City, MI) 
  • Transportation Riders United (Detroit, MI) 
  • Energy Storage Safety Products (Detroit, MI) 
  • ThermoVerse, Inc. (Detroit, MI) 
  • Grand Valley Metropolitan Council (Grand Rapids/Kent County, MI) 
  • Metro/Central County Transportation Authority (Kalamazoo, MI) 
  • Tuscola County EDC (Caro, MI) 
  • City of Grand Rapids, Mobile GR Department (Grand Rapids, MI) 
  • Mass Transportation Flint (Flint, MI)

The projects and positions identified by each host community are available at https://cedamichigan.org/cedam-programs/mi-mobility-fellows-program/

 

Eligibility

Recent graduates within two years of degree completion (all disciplines welcome). Currently enrolled graduating students are eligible to apply; you will be required to provide proof of graduation if you are selected for the program. 

Requirements

● Experience in mobility, transportation, or related fields

● Understanding of transportation equity and innovation

● Ability to work at your host site in person at least two days per week (some sites may require additional time in person onsite). 

● Commitment to full participation in all fellowship activities. 

● Balance other commitments responsibly (night, weekend, or online courses are permitted as long as they do not interfere with fellowship duties). All significant commitments must be disclosed during the application process. 

Compensation & Benefits 

● $75,000 in total salary for the 15-month fellowship period 

● Health insurance (medical coverage)

● Paid time off and CEDAM holiday observance 

● Relocation assistance (limited availability) ● Professional development funds 

● Ongoing support from program staff 

Fellow Expectations 

● Work full-time at your host site June 2026 – September 2027 

● Participate in all Fellowship Programming Days and other professional development sessions, trainings, and conferences 

● Complete a capstone project that delivers lasting value to your host site

● Engage with local communities and industry networks to amplify your project’s impact 

 

More information about the program can be found in the Fellow Info packet.

 

To apply:

  • Complete the MI Mobility Fellows Application at https://cedamichigan.org/mi-mobility-fellows-program/
  • Review the sample application on the CEDAM page, some required items include:
    • A writing sample that outlines your knowledge of mobility policy in Michigan or details a business solution that may improve how people, goods, or information move in Michigan.
    • A cover letter and resume
    • A letter of recommendation from a professor, employer or volunteer organization
    • A video submission

       Applications close at 11:59pm on March 31, 2026. Applications must be submitted through the CEDAM portal.

 

Please note: CEDAM and its partners are not able to offer visa sponsorship of any kind at any point during the fellowship. Employment eligibility verification documents will be required. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Melvin Henley, MMF Program manager, via email (henley@cedamichigan.org).
 

About CEDAM
CEDAM is a nonprofit membership association building vibrant communities across Michigan. Our capacity-building programs, policy advocacy, and training events emphasize supporting communities in the areas of affordable housing, economic growth, and wealth-building at both the federal and state levels. Through engagement and collaboration with CEDAM members, policymakers, state departments, and other partners, we sustain a thriving and equitable community economic development sector across the state.


 

About Office of Future Mobility and Electrification

The Office of Future Mobility and Electrification builds on Michigan’s robust mobility legacy and leadership to develop people-centric and community-oriented solutions. Through public and private partnerships, OFME works to enhance Michigan’s mobility ecosystem, enriching lives, creating equitable opportunities, while connecting Michiganders to a brighter future. Michigan’s competitive advantage across land, sea, and sky make it the ultimate destination for mobility innovation, where companies of all sizes will find long-term support and success. Learn more at michiganbusiness.com/ofme


 

About  Michigan Central

Michigan Central is a 30-acre technology and cultural hub in Detroit, where leaders, thinkers, communities, and creators come together to accelerate bold ideas and technologies that shape our collective future. By providing access to world-class infrastructure, tools, and resources, Michigan Central inspires innovators and community members to collaborate on real, ground-breaking solutions to global problems. Since opening in April 2023, Michigan Central has grown into a diverse ecosystem of more than 600 employees from over 100 companies and startups working at the intersection of mobility and society. The Station at Michigan Central opened as the centerpiece of the district in June 2024 and has already attracted tens of thousands of visitors to celebrate and explore the historic transformation of Detroit’s iconic former train station into a global destination. Learn more at michigancentral.com.


 

About Wayne State University

Wayne State University works to expand the impact and network of diverse leaders committed to driving positive systemic change within the civic, community, and economic development landscapes in Detroit. Wayne State University's Division of Entrepreneurship & Economic Development operates in close alignment with TechTown Detroit, the university's entrepreneurship hub and home of the Mobility Accelerator Innovation Network (MAIN).