Atlas Corps, the international network of nonprofit leaders and organization has issued the call for applications for the March 2012 Atlas Corps Fellowship in United States or Colombia.
This is a 12-month professional fellowship opportunity where fellows serve at host organizations working on issues that complement their expertise. Fellows learn leadership skills while sharing best practices and supplement daily knowledge with theoretical topics presented in the Atlas Corps Nonprofit Management Series.
Eligibility
- 2 or more years of relevant experience in the nonprofit/NGO/social sector
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- English proficiency (oral, writing, reading) (both English and Spanish proficiency for Columbia)
- 35 years or younger
- Applying to volunteer in a country other than where you are from
- Commitment to return to your home country after the 12-18 month fellowship
All applications need to be submitted online. Atlas Corps requires two (up to three) letters of recommendation from individuals who know you in a professional capacity and can write about your skills and experiences as well as your potential for success as an Atlas Corps Fellow.
The deadline to submit applications is 15 October 2011. For more information, visit this link.
