Deadline- 15 September 2013
Applications are accepted for Alexander von Humboldt Foundation’s German Chancellor Fellowship Programme to demonstrated leadership potential and interest in international issues. The aim of this program is to target young professionals who are likely to become decision-makers, thought leaders, and influential voices in their respective fields.
German Chancellor Fellowships are open to an array of sectors such as politics, economics, the media, administration and culture.
Benefits-
- allowance for research costs of 500 EUR per month to be paid to the host in Germany
- a lump sum to cover the fellow’s return travel expenses, if the costs are not borne by a third party
- family allowances for family members spending at least three months in Germany (up to 326 EUR per month for the fellow’s spouse and up to 234 EUR per month for each child)
- German language courses in the fellow’s home country before the start of the stay in Germany as well as during the stay in Germany to expand the skills acquired during the intensive language course
- a Europe allowance for a stay of one to two months at an institute in another European country (not, however, the fellow’s home country) if a stay of this kind is necessary to carry out the project
- extensive alumni sponsorship following successful completion of the fellow’s stay in Germany, particularly for the purpose of sustaining contact with collaborative partners in Germany during the alumni’s entire professional career
Eligibility & Criteria-
- Citizenship of the United States, the Russian Federation, the People’s Republic of China, Brazil or India
- Bachelor’s or comparable academic degree
- demonstrated leadership potential
- English or German language skills
- A letter of motivation
- A project plan
- A detailed host’s statement, including a confirmation of support
- Two letters of recommendations
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