Deadline- 15 October 2013
ExxonMobil is seeking applications for Esso Angolan Scholarship Program to pursue master’s degree level studies at University. The scholarship is offered in the field of geosciences. The mission of this program is to contribute to the expansion of a creative, globally competent workforce in the country of Angola, with a primary focus on geosciences. Some students may qualify for the opportunity to apply their skills through internships with ExxonMobil.
Benefits-
Recipients will receive full tuition for the completion of a Master’s degree in the field of Geosciences in the U.S. or in the U.K. The program also provides a stipend for housing and living expenses and includes medical insurance, textbook and computer allowances, transportation to the host country at the inception and conclusion of the program, visa and academic support, and an orientation program.
Eligibility & Criteria-
- Citizens of Angola who, by the program start date, will have a Bachelor’s degree in Geosciences from an institution in the U.S. or the U.K. and have an interest in pursuing a Master’s degree in this field.
- Hold at least a Bachelor’s degree in Geosciences from a college or university in the United States or the United Kingdom
- Hold a valid Angolan passport (Applicants do not currently need to reside in Angola, but must demonstrate citizenship)
- Demonstrate a history of academic excellence and native fluency in Portuguese
- Exhibit exceptional leadership skills and cultural competency
- Demonstrate English proficiency
- Be willing and able to travel to Houston, Texas for a final selection activity
- Be willing and able to reside in the United States or the United Kingdom for the full duration of study; dependents may not accompany scholarship recipients
- Register for the Graduate Record Exam (GRE).
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