YOUNG ENERGY LEADERS 2027
(YEL’27)
The World Energy Council (WEC) is one of the most inclusive and widely recognised global energy organisations accredited by the United Nations. Its primary mission is to bring together knowledge, experience and dialogue on a global scale to build a better energy future for all.
The World Energy Council Türkiye National Committee serves as the official representative of the Council in Türkiye. Through the Young Energy Leaders Programme, the Committee aims to involve young professionals in its work, help them develop their leadership skills and knowledge of the energy sector, and connect them with the Council’s national and global network.
The Young Energy Leaders (YEL) Programme, initiated by the World Energy Council Türkiye National Committee, is a dynamic platform that brings together young professionals who aim to shape the future of the energy sector. 2027 marks the year of the World Energy Congress in Riyadh and of preparations for World Energy Impact 2028, which WEC Türkiye will host in İstanbul.
YEL is a volunteer-based leadership programme that requires active participation. Members take on responsibilities across WEC Türkiye’s work, including media and communication, analysis and reporting, national and international events, and site visits.
Applicants are expected to meet the following requirements:
- Be 32 years old or younger,
- Have a minimum of 3 years of professional work experience,
- Have a good command of English,
- Demonstrate a strong interest in the energy sector and a desire to pursue a future career in this field,
- Be ready to participate regularly and actively in a volunteer-based programme,
- Have actively participated in international projects (preferred).
Participants are expected to:
- Actively contribute to WEC Türkiye’s national and international reports, analyses, events, projects, and initiatives,
- Take part in site visits to energy facilities and institutions,
- Support WEC Türkiye’s media and communication activities, such as social media, content production, and event announcements,
- Attend regular meetings, held at least every two weeks, and take responsibility in team-based activities,
- Dedicate an average of at least 20 working days per year to programme activities, meetings, and project work.
By the end of the programme, participants will:
- Acquire advanced interdisciplinary knowledge and skills across key areas of the global energy landscape,
- Build a strong professional network of peers, mentors, and industry leaders,
- Gain first-hand experience of the World Energy Council’s global network and events,
- Strengthen their capacity to lead innovation and drive sustainable transformation within the energy sector.
Joining the “Young Energy Leaders” community, where professionals from diverse disciplines come together to share knowledge and experience, you can become part of a leadership journey.