The Alexander von Humboldt
Foundation's German Chancellor Fellowship Program is for university
graduates from the United
States, the Russian
Federation, the People's
Republic of China, the Federal Republic of Brazil and
the Republic of
India with an interest in international issues and
demonstrated leadership potential.
The program is targeted at
accomplished young professionals who are likely to become decision-makers,
thought leaders, and influential voices in their respective fields. Fellows
will be recruited from a broad range of areas such as politics and public policy, law, media, business, the non-governmental and non-profit
sector, and the
arts. The program provides fellows the opportunity to spend
one year in
Germany, where they will network with other prospective
leaders from abroad and explore new solutions to the global issues of our
times. This prestigious program builds on Germany's established and growing
reputation as a favored destination for problem-focused international
dialogue and a meeting place for tomorrow's international leaders.
Eligibility:
- Bachelor's or comparable academic degree, completed less than
twelve years prior to the starting date of the fellowship (October 1
of the year following application)
- Citizenship of the United
States, the Russian Federation, the People's Republic of China, the
Federal
Republic of Brazil, or the Republic of India
- Candidates from all professions and
disciplines are eligible to apply
- Demonstrated leadership potential; applicants whose background is largely academic
should also have gained some leadership experience beyond their own
research activities
- Either English
or German language
skills
Application:
- A project plan (approx. 3 pages)
- A detailed host's statement, including a confirmation of support
- Two letters of recommendation from individuals qualified to comment on the
candidate's professional, personal, and/or academic background
- New application deadline: September 15
- Register for the next round of applications online
During their time in Germany, Federal Chancellor Fellows
conduct independent projects at their host institutions. Through their
experience in Germany, fellows will acquire greater knowledge of their
fields, gain new international experience, and strengthen their
intercultural competence - all essential qualities for future professional
leaders.
It is considered a
prestigious fellowship and the alumni of the program typically have gone on
to very successful careers. View past fellows by subject on
the American Friends website.
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