The Creative Fellowship at Google
The Creative Fellowship is a program for US-based emerging creative talent that offers hands-on experience and exposure across Google’s various in-house creative teams.
The Creative Fellowship is back for 2026, once again placing emerging talent on dedicated creative teams at Google, so that they can gain exposure and hands-on experience across many of our in-house creative departments.
The 6-month program aims to provide an enriching experience, while ushering in a dynamic network of creative talent with fresh perspectives and a strong “maker-first” approach.
The experience differs across participants. Each Fellow will be placed on a Google creative team and work on real projects under that team’s guidance. Here are a few projects that past Creative Fellows have worked on, across four teams: Brand Studio, Creative Lab, Google Cloud Brand & Creative, and YouTube Creative Studio.
Available roles
Below are the open roles for the 2026 Creative Fellowship. We encourage you to read the descriptions on the website and select up to two creative role(s) that feel most applicable to you and your skillset. Roles are subject to change. Please read the requirements before submitting interest for a role.
Brand Studio
- Motion Designer
- Producer
- Social Creative/Copywriter
- Creative Technologist
Creative Lab
- Creative Technical Motion Artist
- Visual & Motion Designer
Cloud Brand & Creative
- Creative Technologist
- Social Creative
- Visual & Motion Designer
YouTube Creative Studio
- Video Storyteller (AI Focus)
- Writer/AI Prompt Artist
What does the program entail?
Along with valuable work experience, the program includes an orientation, Fellowship project, ongoing inspirational talks, and a built-in community to support you along the way.
Who should apply?
The program is for emerging creative thinkers (0 - 5 years of creative experience) who have a clear point of view and passion for making things and telling stories. We’re looking for individuals excited to bring their unique voice and craft to Google’s creative teams. Each creative team at Google is looking for something different, so we encourage creatives to apply with work that best captures their craft.
Is the Fellowship paid?
Yes. Pay is determined by location and will be shared during the interview process. Please note that relocation assistance is not provided.
What are the important dates?
The program will run from June 2026 to December 2026.
Submissions of interest are due by March 23rd, 5pm (PST).
We will inform shortlisted candidates of their advancement by mid-April, and a 3rd party employment agency will contact finalist candidates for next steps in early May.
See all the details and FAQs here: https://creativefellowship.google/
How to Apply
Fellows must be located and have work authorization in the United States in order to participate.
All applications to be made before 23 March at 5pm (PST), via this form:
https://creativefellowship.google/#form
While we have publicised this opportunity, please note that: (i) the application and selection process is managed by the advertising company/organisation; and (ii) we rely on them to: provide accurate, up-to-date details about themselves and the opportunity; ensure that opportunities are ethical and paid fairly. To report a listing, please email [email protected].
While we have publicised this opportunity, please note that: (i) the application and selection process is managed by the advertising company/organisation; and (ii) we rely on them to: provide accurate, up-to-date details about themselves and the opportunity; ensure that opportunities are ethical and paid fairly. To report a listing, please email [email protected].