Deadline: 12 April 2015
The Hague Institute is seeking applications for its 2015 Summer Fellowship Program. The program is open to current or recent graduate students and runs from 1 June to 28 August. The Hague Institute’s highly selective Summer Fellowship program was launched in Summer 2013 with the aim of developing the skills of graduate students in an interdisciplinary approach to global justice.
The Hague Institute will offer a stipend of €600 for the duration of their tenure at the Institute. Additional costs such as housing, travel, living expenses, visa arrangements and medical insurance connected with the program must be borne by the Fellows. Fellows will contribute approximately 38 hours per week to the Institute.
The Hague Institute for Global Justice, or simply The Hague Institute, was established in 2011 by the city of The Hague, key Hague-based organizations and with support from the Dutch government. The Hague Institute for Global Justice is an independent, nonpartisan organization established to conduct interdisciplinary policy-relevant research, develop practitioner tools, and convene experts, practitioners and policymakers to facilitate knowledge sharing. Through this work the Institute aims to contribute to, and further strengthen, the global framework for preventing and resolving conflict and promoting international peace.
Eligibility Criteria for Selection
- Graduate or current student enrolled in a Bachelor or Master’s Program in the field of public international law, international relations, political sciences, conflict studies, or related disciplines;
- To meet Netherlands visa requirements, eligibility for the program is limited to (i) EU citizens and (ii) non-EU citizens enrolled in a university course at the time of their Fellowship;
- Demonstrated commitment to the mission and objectives of The Hague Institute and a strong desire to work in the field of peace and justice;
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Knowledge of the English language (fluent) and preferably one other official language of the UN.
Application Process
Applicants should submit following documents along with application: resume, cover letter, brief writing sample, and two reference letters.
For more information, visit 2015 Summer Fellowship.
