You can spend years studying a country — or experience it firsthand

That’s the path José Késsio Lemos, a Brazilian researcher, chose when he joined the InteRussia Energy fellowship in 2025.

The program gave him more than academic knowledge: it broadened his perspective, strengthened his research, and opened the door to professional connections.

Thinking about taking the next step in your own career? Swipe through the cards or read the full interview on our website — then submit your application.

The deadline for submitting applications is August 23, 23:59 (Moscow time).

The InteRussia Fellowship in Energy is implemented by Mezhdunarodniki Autonomous Non-Profit Organisation in cooperation with the Gorchakov Fund, St. Petersburg State University of Economics, Russia-ASEAN Business Council, the TV BRICS International Network, the Global Energy Association and the Russian Energy Agency (REA) of the Ministry of Energy of the Russian Federation, with support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.

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