Robert Bosch Foundation Fellowship Program, Germany (2017-2018)

The Robert Bosch Foundation and Cultural Vistas invite US professionals to apply for the 2017-2018 Robert Bosch Foundation Fellowship Program. Bosch Fellows act as consultants in their field of expertise at leading public or private institutions in Germany. In addition, Bosch Fellows participate in professional seminars, where they travel to meet and exchange ideas with key figures across Germany and Europe. Fellows are from the fields of public policy and administration, foreign and security policy, urban and regional planning, business, journalism and communications, law, or cultural and arts management (ex. museum, theater, orchestra).

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

- High-level professional experience in German institutions including the federal government, private corporations, print and broadcast media, law firms and NGOs.

- Travel, seminars and networking events throughout Europe -- fellows meet with key decision-makers in the public and private sectors, gaining an in-depth understanding of current issues facing the European Union and Germany.

- 3,200 – 3,700 EUR monthly stipend and compensation package including health insurance and coverage of transatlantic and program-related travel costs; exact amount of stipend is dependent upon marital status.

- Intensive German language training provided as needed in the US and Germany. No German language skills required at time of application.

- Professional networking opportunities with over 540 Robert Bosch Fellowship Alumni.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates for the Robert Bosch Foundation Fellowship Program must meet the following requirements:

- U.S. citizen

- 40 years of age or younger at the application deadline

- Minimum 5 years of relevant, full-time work experience in target fellowship field (excluding internships)

- Graduate degree preferred

- Evidence of outstanding professional performance

- Sincere commitment to furthering the transatlantic relationship

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