Description

The Robert Bosch Foundation and Cultural Vistas (formerly AIPT-CDS) invite US professionals to apply for the 2012-2013 Robert Bosch Foundation Fellowship Program. Twenty Bosch Fellows will complete a nine-month professional development program consisting of two high-level work phases in major German institutions and three seminars throughout Europe. For more information, visit our website.

Highlights

- High-level work experience in German institutions including the federal government and parliament, 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

- EUR 2,000 monthly stipend and compensation package including health, accident and liability insurance and coverage of transatlantic and program-related travel costs; additional funding is available for families

- Intensive German language training provided as needed in US and Germany up to seven months prior to program start in September 2012. No German language skills required at time of application.

- Incredible networking and career-changing opportunities with over 460 Robert Bosch Fellowship Alumni.

Qualifications

Candidates should be US citizens between the ages of 23 and 34 with 2+ years of relevant work experience in their proposed field of work in Germany. Candidates should have Graduate degree completed or in progress in the following fields: business administration, economics, journalism, mass communications, law, political science, and public affairs/public policy. Applicants without Master degrees are encouraged to apply provided they have at least several years (ca. 5) of relevant work experience in the respective field.

Job/Intern Types

Languages

• German

Cost in US$:

Salary/Pay

EUR 2,000 monthly stipend and compensation package including health, accident and liability insurance and coverage of transatlantic and program-related travel costs; additional funding is available for families

Experience Required

yes

Master's Degree or several years of relevant work experience.

This Program is open to

American Participants.

Application Process Involves

• Essay
• In-Person Interview Required
• Letters of Reference
• Resume
• Transcript
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

2 weeks to 3 months

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Job and Internship Network
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

Cultural Vistas, formerly known as AIPT-CDS's Mission Statement

To enrich minds, advance global skills, build careers, and connect lives through international exchange.

Year Founded

2011