Deadline: 7 February 2017
The Mercator Institute for China Studies (MERICS) is seeking applicants for its European China Talent Program 2017 in order to deepen their engagement with contemporary China. The three-day program, which is organized by the MERICS European China Policy Unit, will take place from 25 to 28 April 2017 in Berlin.
The MERICS European China Talent Program gathers a select group of 15 young China experts from across Europe in Berlin to give them an opportunity to discuss topical issues in European China policy with senior decision-makers from politics, business and civil society.
Benefits
- Successful applicants will receive a travel allowance, board and lodging for the duration of the seminar and a certificate of their successful participation in the program.
- Participants will also get valuable insights into the largest European research institute focusing on contemporary China as well as different China-related career paths.
Eligibility Criteria
- Young professional or recent Masters or PhD graduate with a strong China background (Sinology/Chinese studies is not a requirement, China-related experience from any field is welcome!); advanced postgraduate students with relevant prior work experience are also eligible
- Strong interest in contemporary Chinese politics as well as European policy-making
- Willingness to prepare substantive input in advance of the program
- European citizen
- Excellent command of the English language
- Good Chinese skills are a strong asset
How to Apply
Interested applicants must send their application as one single PDF file electronically at the address given on the website.
For more information, please visit European China Talent Program 2017.