Paganucci Fellows Program

The Program

The Paganucci Fellows Program is a unique opportunity for Dartmouth undergraduates to take part in a global experiential learning program offered at Tuck.

The program supports Tuck’s efforts to study complex social issues and the ways businesses can create positive social and financial value: in effect, the “double bottom line.” It is targeted at students with an interest in social entrepreneurship, an aptitude for working collaboratively as part of a consulting-like team, and an appetite for making a difference in the world.

We are currently planning for an 8-week program this year (June 12–August 4) that will include fully sponsored enrollment in the Tuck Business Bridge Program.

Previously, fellows have engaged in projects such as:

• Developing sustainable growth strategies within Intercorp to support Perú Champs
• Designing resources for MEDLIFE chapters and their work to address global health inequity
• Working on a digital platform and global strategy for Positive Tracks in US and South Africa
• Creating an e-learning tool for Global Grassroots in Liberia
• Advising on short- and medium-term strategy for Instiglio in Colombia
• Working with the Potential Energy Coalition on marketing and strategy

Information about the topic and fellows for last year can be found below the FAQs section.

Application Information for 2023 Program

We will accept applications from Monday, March 27, through Wednesday, April 12, at midnight. Interviews will be conducted virtually in mid to late April and offers will be made on a rolling basis.

To apply for the program, Dartmouth students must be in active status and in good academic and disciplinary standing. Applications should include the following items:

• Cover letter specifying why you are interested in the program
• Résumé and list of relevant coursework with grades received
• Name of a faculty member who can be contacted as a reference
• Essay on a topic related to economic development or social entrepreneurship (500-1,000 words; optional, but highly recommended)

When applying, please send all materials in one email with PDF or Word attachments, with your name on all documents and in the title of the attached files.

• Subject line: Paganucci Fellows application
• Submit to: Tuck.Leadership.Development@tuck.dartmouth.edu

FAQs

What is the time frame for applying?
We will accept applications from Monday, March 27, through Wednesday, April 12, at midnight. Interviews will be conducted virtually in mid to late April and offers will be made on a rolling basis.

Is the program open to all Dartmouth students?
To apply for the program, Dartmouth students must be in active status and in good academic and disciplinary standing. We will not be able to consider any student required to be on campus for their sophomore summer, except for international students and varsity athletes who are already exempted from that program.

Can a student be enrolled in classes while a Paganucci fellow?
No, as it will prevent full participation in the program.

Is the summer internship a full-time opportunity?
Yes, fellows typically work together all summer (June 12 - August 4), Monday-Friday, but the times and days may vary.

Is there a stipend?
Yes. Each fellow will receive a $6,000 stipend for the summer.

Is housing provided?
No, fellows must secure their own housing for the summer.

Are there any opportunities connected to the Paganucci Fellows Program beyond the summer?
We expect that there will be ongoing opportunities for fellows to continue their work in some capacity.

2022 Program Overview and Fellows

In 2022, the Paganucci Fellows returned to a fully in-person program. The team of six divided their time between the Tuck Business Bridge Program and a project for the Potential Energy Coalition. During Tuck Bridge, the Fellows were introduced to core business disciplines such as marketing, strategy, and accounting, culminating in a final presentation to industry executives and faculty. For their project, the Fellows worked with Potential Energy, a non-profit that brings together creative and analytic media agencies to shift the narrative on climate change. In addition, the Fellows participated in a series of professional and personal development activities as part of an integrated leadership framework.

Please feel free to contact one of the fellows from last summer to ask about the program: Diana D’Souza, Nacho Gutierrez, Jason Norris, Reina Palacios, Spriha Pandey, Eren Berke Saglam